At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead architectural strategy and oversee IT direction for diverse clients.
- Company: Dynamic IT managed service provider focused on SMEs.
- Benefits: Hybrid work model, leadership opportunities, and professional growth.
- Other info: Join a supportive team with opportunities to mentor and develop talent.
- Why this job: Shape IT strategies and make a real impact in a collaborative environment.
- Qualifications: Strong Microsoft and Azure skills with experience in strategic IT roles.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
We’re working with a Fleet-based IT managed service provider and consultancy supporting SMEs across infrastructure, cloud, cyber security and managed services.
They are looking for an Enterprise Architect to provide architectural leadership across a key customer engagement, while also acting in a fractional IT Director capacity for their wider client base.
The role blends strategic oversight with hands‑on architecture and carries line‑management responsibility for a small architecture and analysis team.
Responsibilities Provide architectural leadership, governance and strategic oversight on a major client engagement.
Act as a fractional IT Director across a portfolio of clients, owning IT strategy, road‑mapping and advisory.
Lead technical audits and assurance reviews.
Support onboarding of new clients and environments.
Contribute to pre‑sales and new business activity.
Design and assure Microsoft and Azure‑based infrastructure and cloud solutions.
Engage senior stakeholders with confidence and translate business goals into technical direction.
Manage and develop a small team, including two architects and a contract Business Analyst.
Requirements Strong Microsoft and Azure expertise.
Solid networking and infrastructure background.
Proven experience operating at both strategic IT Director level and hands‑on architectural level.
Experience within an MSP, IT consultancy or client‑facing environment.
Confident senior stakeholder engagement and communication.
Track record across IT strategy, road‑mapping, governance or technical assurance.
Nice to Have Background progressing from infrastructure / 3rd line into architecture.
Microsoft / Azure certifications, such as AZ-305, AZ-104 or SC-300.
ITIL, ISO 27001 or ISO 9001 familiarity.
Pre‑sales or bid‑support experience.
Experience managing or mentoring technical teams.
Details Hybrid in Fleet, with 5 days onsite in every 10 working days.
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Enterprise Architect in Hampshire employer: HartleyCo
As a leading Fleet-based IT managed service provider and consultancy, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work culture that values innovation and collaboration. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through our supportive environment, where you can take on significant responsibilities while working closely with senior stakeholders. With a hybrid working model and a focus on strategic IT leadership, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact across diverse client engagements.
