Principal AI Architect | Investment Manager

Principal AI Architect | Investment Manager

Full-Time 80000 - 98000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Orbis Group

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead AI architecture and strategy for a global asset manager, shaping enterprise standards.
  • Company: Global asset management firm focused on innovative AI solutions.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary of £200k plus bonus, with opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Ideal for those with a background in AI or Data Science looking to advance their career.
  • Why this job: Be at the forefront of AI adoption, influencing technology across a large organisation.
  • Qualifications: Experience in enterprise architecture and knowledge of Generative AI and cloud technologies.

The predicted salary is between 80000 - 98000 £ per year.

I'm working with a global asset manager who are looking for a Principal Architect to help define how AI is adopted and scaled across a global organisation. This is a strategic architecture role focused on building the foundations that enable engineering teams to deliver AI consistently, securely and at scale. Rather than developing individual AI applications, you'll establish enterprise standards, reference architectures and platform strategy that will shape AI adoption across the business. You'll work closely with senior technology leadership to define the next generation of enterprise AI capabilities, influencing platform decisions, governance and best practices across a large, complex tech estate.

Responsibilities:

  • Define enterprise AI architecture, standards and reference patterns.
  • Shape AI platform strategy and long-term architectural direction.
  • Enable engineering teams through reusable AI capabilities and architectural guidance.
  • Drive the adoption of Generative AI and Agentic AI across the organisation.
  • Establish governance, guardrails and best practices for enterprise AI.
  • Evaluate emerging AI technologies and translate them into scalable enterprise solutions.
  • Partner with senior stakeholders across technology and the wider business.

You will have experience in:

  • Enterprise or Principal Architecture within a large organisation.
  • Generative AI, LLMs and Agentic AI.
  • AI platforms, RAG and modern AI architectures.
  • AWS cloud technologies.
  • Defining enterprise architecture standards and technical strategy.
  • Working closely with senior technology stakeholders.

I'm particularly interested in candidates who have progressed through AI, Machine Learning or Data Science before moving into architecture, and who remain technically credible while operating at a strategic level. Financial Services experience is highly desirable but not essential.

Principal AI Architect | Investment Manager employer: Orbis Group

Join a leading global asset manager that prioritises innovation and excellence in the rapidly evolving field of AI. With a competitive salary package and a culture that fosters collaboration and professional growth, you'll have the opportunity to shape enterprise AI strategies while working alongside senior technology leaders. Our commitment to employee development and a dynamic work environment makes us an exceptional employer for those seeking to make a meaningful impact in the financial services sector.

Orbis Group

Contact Details:

Orbis Group Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Principal AI Architect | Investment Manager

Enterprise AI Architecture
Generative AI
Agentic AI
Large Language Models (LLMs)
AI Platform Strategy
AWS Cloud Technologies
Technical Strategy Development