Senior Manager Enterprise Architect - Tech Strategy & Transformation in Belfast

Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today. EY has a number of career opportunities available, and we are interested in meeting candidates who are looking for a new challenge, one where you can develop your range of skills significantly. We are looking for future leaders with a genuine creative vision and confidence to make it happen. Our opportunities will allow you to apply your expertise to a variety of projects whilst offering you excellent career progression opportunities.

The Technology Strategy & Transformation team specialises in supporting our clients on business and digital enablement through technology strategy, architecture and advisory services. Technology Strategy & Transformation operates within a global and EMEIA network across EY and provides CTOs, CIOs, CXOs, and COOs with insight and services to support the derivation of business value from technology investments. Our services cover the entire spectrum from strategy development to architecture and solution design through to execution.

As an Enterprise Architect (Senior Manager), you will be helping our clients to solve their business problems and to take advantage of opportunities in an ever-changing marketplace. You will be working with clients’ stakeholders, leadership, and subject matter experts, to build a holistic view of the client’s organisation strategy, business processes, applications, information, and technology assets. You will link the business mission, strategy, and processes of an organisation to its IT strategy, and document this using multiple architectural models or views that show how the current and future needs of an organisation will be met in an efficient, sustainable, agile, and adaptable manner.

You will play a key role in supporting the development of new client relationships and strengthening existing ones. You will also help our clients, who are industry leaders, navigate the complexities of technology issues facing their businesses. As part of this growing team, you will also get to help shape the innovative culture that makes EY such a great place to work.

Your key responsibilities

• Assist clients with the development and implementation of technology and digital strategies, and the delivery of Enterprise Architecture services and tools.
• Lead medium to large projects/workstreams reporting directly to the client and become a reliable advisor.
• Planning, execution and delivery of engagements including technology transformations and technology related services.
• Work effectively as a team member, sharing responsibility, providing support, and maintaining communication with team members and leadership on progress.
• Build strong internal relationships within EY Technology Consulting and across our other service lines.
• Contribute to the growth of the practice through development of relevant industry and technology Thought Leadership material.
• Coach and mentor team members and provide performance feedback.
• Ensure compliance to EY quality and risk management processes across projects and other interactions.
• Preparation of bids/tenders and take lead on key elements of response.

Skills and attributes for success

To qualify for the role, you must have:

• Practical experience in delivering technology services including Technology/Digital Strategy, Enterprise Architecture, Solution Architecture, System Implementation and Agile Software Development.
• Subject Matter Expert (SME)/proficient in at least one Enterprise Architecture Domain (Applications, Data, Infrastructure, Security, Integration).
• Experience in leadership/management roles including project management and managing teams.

Ideally, you will also have:

• Experience within any of the following industries/sectors: Manufacturing, Retail and Consumer goods, Healthcare, Agri-foods, and Energy.
• Experience in identifying client needs and the ability to reason logically and creatively to provide options and recommendations to resolve problems.
• Knowledge of business and technology requirements to develop scalable application architectures and recommend courses of action to ensure technology is consistent, usable, secure and adds value to the business.
• Experience in creating architecture standards, frameworks and best practices that help achieve business goals.
• Ability to examine technology vision, opportunities and challenges, in addition to exploring emerging technologies and innovations.
• Knowledge and experience in software development framework/methodology e.g. Agile, DevOps and cloud-based technology e.g. Azure, AWS.
• TOGAF, Scrum, ITIL, PMP, Prince2 certification, any domain specific certification, any technology vendor certification (Microsoft, AWS, Oracle etc) or management certification.
• Ability to use abstract thinking to tie the dots from a technological/architectural standpoint.
• Ability to build and maintain business relationships with vendors and partners, interface with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proficient in project management and business development.
• Proficient in using EA tool, office connectivity and productivity tools including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Ability to use effective written and verbal business communication skills when interacting with clients and team members.

What working at EY offers

We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around.
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career.
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you.

All our employees are given a benefits package which they can tailor to suit their individual preferences. Our range of benefits include:

• Pension
• Maternity & Paternity leave
• Discounted health insurance
• Bike to work Scheme
• Web Doctor - Free unlimited online GP consultations for you and your family
• Recognition Awards
• The purchase of additional annual leave
• Cash incentives for referrals
• Hybrid Working
• Free Gym membership
• TECH MBA paid by EY
• Travel Pass
• Wellness rooms Available in some offices

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.

When you join EY, you will be supported to ensure that you are enhancing your skills from day one. Continuous learning, where you can develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. As you grow and develop here, you’ll discover opportunities to help customise your career journey, so that it’s as unique as you are - success is defined by you, we will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.

Transformative leadership, we will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. Diverse and inclusive culture, you will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

We have embraced Hybrid working at EY adding greater flexibility and autonomy to the roles of our employees.

About EY

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

Inclusion & Diversity

We hold a collective commitment to foster an environment where all differences are valued and respected, practices are equitable and everyone experiences a sense of belonging: Inclusion, diversity, and equity are part of who we are at EY. We believe that the highest-performing teams maximize the power of different perspectives and backgrounds. These teams are both diverse and inclusive and are willing to invite and learn from other perspectives. Our ability to include various viewpoints into our mindsets, behaviours and operations is central to driving innovation, building strong relationships, and delivering the best solutions for our clients.

We recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and building a culture where we support all our people to achieve their potential. You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process.

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. Join us in building a better working world. That’s Why, EY.