Commissioning Solutions Architect

Job summaryThe Commissioning Solutions Architect will lead the design and development of solution architectures that support commissioning and service transformation across the Integrated Care Board (ICB) and wider Integrated Care System (ICS). The role focuses on defining as-is and to-be solution architectures, supporting business case development, and ensuring that commissioning decisions are underpinned by robust, future-facing digital and data solutions.Main duties of the jobThe postholder will develop a strong understanding of internal ICB enterprise and information architecture while also mapping and analysing the solutions, systems, and technologies used by partner and provider organisations. This will enable the design of coherent, scalable, and interoperable solutions that support integrated care and improved outcomes.About usUnder the Model ICB Blueprint and the 10 Year Health Plan, ICBs will adopt a more strategic commissioning role, focusing on population needs, reducing inequalities, and delivering the three shifts as defined in the 10 year health plan, all while operating within strict financial limits.The new organisation will operate on a larger scale with a revised vision and purpose, managing a commissioning budget of around 8 billion. Our role as a strategic commissioner is to transform our local NHS through exceptional commissioning and build an innovative health system fit for the 21st century that truly meets our communities needs. Informed by high quality data and insights, we will radically re-imagine how we operate, making sure that every pound in our system delivers the best possible value for everyone we serve.We will encourage and support our people to grow and develop new skills and embrace new agile ways of working. Everyone is encouraged to contribute ideas, seek feedback, and take part in creating a listening and learning culture where insight leads to improvement.DetailsDate posted02 September 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 7Salary 49,387 to 56,515 a year ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference numberD9467-26-0010Job locationsNHS Dorset Integrated Care BoardCounty HallColliton ParkDorchesterDorsetDT1 1XJUnited KingdomNHS Somerset Integrated Care BoardWynford HouseLufton WayYeovilSomersetBA22 8HRUnited KingdomNHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon, and Wiltshire Integrated Care BoardJenner House, Avon WayLangley ParkChippenhamWiltshireSN15 1GGUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor detailed information on this Commissioning Solutions Architect role, please refer to the attached Job Description. Job description Job responsibilitiesFor detailed information on this Commissioning Solutions Architect role, please refer to the attached Job Description.Person Specification Experience EssentialExperience in solution architecture, enterprise architecture, or similar rolesExperience designing and delivering complex digital or data solutionsExperience of mapping system landscapes and identifying solution opportunitiesExperience supporting business case development and option appraisalSignificant experience of successfully operating in a politically sensitive environmentExperience of creating and giving presentations to a varied group of internal and external stakeholdersExperience of setting up and implementing internal processes and proceduresExperience of managing a team without direct line managementExperience of managing risks and reportingExperience of drafting briefing papers and correspondence at SMT levelExperience of monitoring budgets and business planning processes Qualifications EssentialDegree or equivalent experience in IT, Digital, Information Systems, or related fieldRelevant certification (e.g, TOGAF, BCS, or equivalent) or working towardsEvidence of continued professional developmentDemonstrated experience of co-ordinating projects in complex and challenging environmentsUnderstanding of the public sectorDemonstrated experience in a Healthcare environmentComprehensive knowledge of Agile project principles, techniques and tools. Skills, abilities and knowledge EssentialStrong understanding of solution architecture principles, methods, and toolsKnowledge of enterprise and information architecture conceptsUnderstanding of integration, interoperability, and data flowsAbility to translate complex requirements into clear, practical solutionsStrong communication and stakeholder engagement skillsUnderstanding of information governance and data protection standardsAbility to prepare and produce concise yet insightful communications for dissemination to senior stakeholders and a broad range of stakeholders as requiredAbility to analyse very complex issues where material is conflicting and drawn from multiple sources.Demonstrated capability to act upon incomplete information, using experience to make inferences and decision making Numerate and able to understand complex financial issues combined with deep analytical skillsKnowledge of Financial Systems e.g. monitoring budget management, processing invoices and procurementDemonstrated capability to plan over short, medium and long-term timeframes and adjust plans and resource requirements accordinglyDemonstrated capabilities to manage own workload and make informed decisions in the absence of required information, working to tight and often changing timescales Person Specification Experience EssentialExperience in solution architecture, enterprise architecture, or similar rolesExperience designing and delivering complex digital or data solutionsExperience of mapping system landscapes and identifying solution opportunitiesExperience supporting business case development and option appraisalSignificant experience of successfully operating in a politically sensitive environmentExperience of creating and giving presentations to a varied group of internal and external stakeholdersExperience of setting up and implementing internal processes and proceduresExperience of managing a team without direct line managementExperience of managing risks and reportingExperience of drafting briefing papers and correspondence at SMT levelExperience of monitoring budgets and business planning processes Qualifications EssentialDegree or equivalent experience in IT, Digital, Information Systems, or related fieldRelevant certification (e.g, TOGAF, BCS, or equivalent) or working towardsEvidence of continued professional developmentDemonstrated experience of co-ordinating projects in complex and challenging environmentsUnderstanding of the public sectorDemonstrated experience in a Healthcare environmentComprehensive knowledge of Agile project principles, techniques and tools. Skills, abilities and knowledge EssentialStrong understanding of solution architecture principles, methods, and toolsKnowledge of enterprise and information architecture conceptsUnderstanding of integration, interoperability, and data flowsAbility to translate complex requirements into clear, practical solutionsStrong communication and stakeholder engagement skillsUnderstanding of information governance and data protection standardsAbility to prepare and produce concise yet insightful communications for dissemination to senior stakeholders and a broad range of stakeholders as requiredAbility to analyse very complex issues where material is conflicting and drawn from multiple sources.Demonstrated capability to act upon incomplete information, using experience to make inferences and decision making Numerate and able to understand complex financial issues combined with deep analytical skillsKnowledge of Financial Systems e.g. monitoring budget management, processing invoices and procurementDemonstrated capability to plan over short, medium and long-term timeframes and adjust plans and resource requirements accordinglyDemonstrated capabilities to manage own workload and make informed decisions in the absence of required information, working to tight and often changing timescalesCertificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).Employer detailsEmployer nameNHS DorsetAddressNHS Dorset Integrated Care BoardCounty HallColliton ParkDorchesterDorsetDT1 1XJUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameNHS DorsetAddressNHS Dorset Integrated Care BoardCounty HallColliton ParkDorchesterDorsetDT1 1XJUnited KingdomEmployer's website