About the role
We are looking for a Technology Change Architect to act as technical lead on smaller, more tactical change initiatives required by the business. The successful candidate will work closely with IT Business Relationship Managers and IT Demand Planning, to review and shape business demand, assessing and advising on potential solutions as well as considering security and technical considerations.
This is a perfect role for a candidate with experience across multiple architectural disciplines who is keen to work closely with business stakeholders.
Duties will include:
- Working with IT BRMs to review and shape business demand into IT
- Assessing and advising on Solution considerations, ensuring any solution taken forward complies with NFU Mutual’s architecture rulebook
- Assessing and advising on security considerations, ensuring any solution taken forward complies with NFU Mutual’s security standards
- Assess and advising on technical considerations, liaising with third parties and suppliers as necessary
- Supporting demand items through the Demand Prioritisation Review Group (DPRG) process and ultimately through Solution Design Authority (SDA)
- Supporting the IT BRMs in the production of divisional IT roadmaps which are in line with the overall IT strategy
- Assisting IT BRMs in addressing and ultimately removing ‘Shadow IT’ by advising on and supporting the implementation of approved IT solutions
What we're looking for
- Architecture Strategy experience
- The ability to work effectively with business and IT stakeholders, both internal and partner.
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
- Experience creating and presenting technical solutions and influencing senior stakeholders,
- Broad experience across all aspects of an IT Service
- Experience of working with IT 3rd party service providers, ideally within a multi-vendor environment
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Experience of systems integration, systems development and service operation environments (desirable)
- Awareness of TOGAF 9 Foundation and/or ITIL (desirable)
Further Information
This is a Level 5 Specialist position which includes an annual bonus of up to 25%, private medical insurance cover and 28 days holiday
The hiring manager is David Dunnett
The recruiter looking after this vacancy is David King
Technology Change Architect employer: NFU Mutual
NFU Mutual is an excellent employer that values collaboration and innovation, offering a hybrid work model that allows for 80% homeworking. With a strong focus on employee development and a supportive work culture, team members are encouraged to grow their skills in data analysis and coding while making a real impact on customer outcomes. The Stratford-upon-Avon office provides a vibrant environment where employees can connect with colleagues across various departments, enhancing both professional and personal growth.
