Enterprise Architect

Account Executive – Construction & Corporate Services at People Group

Role Overview

The Enterprise Architect will define and own the target-state architecture, ensuring all technology decisions support the strategic, operational, and regulatory requirements of the new standalone organisation. Working in close partnership with Infrastructure, Applications, Cyber/Security, Data, and Network Architects—as well as senior business leaders—the role will shape a cohesive, scalable, secure, and future‑ready architecture landscape. The Enterprise Architect will also steer architectural decision‑making across the separation programme, ensuring consistency, compliance, and maximum value for investment. Collaboration with selected systems integrators and third‑party software and service providers will be essential.

Requirements

• Extensive architectural expertise within a highly integrated Oracle Fusion environment
• Strong governance leadership across senior stakeholder groups
• Proven ability to operate at senior management level, engaging effectively with C‑suite and director‑level stakeholders
• Hands‑on experience leading architecture work in carve‑outs, divestitures, M&A integrations, or major enterprise transformations
• Ability to balance competing priorities, drive accountability, and deliver outcomes under significant pressure

Experience

• 15+ years in enterprise or solution architecture
• 3+ years in carve‑outs, M&A integration, or ERP implementation environments
• Demonstrated success in simplifying and rationalising legacy technology landscapes
• Proven capability to influence Board‑level executives and senior IT leadership
• Track record of leading multi‑million‑pound programmes (£50m+)
• Experience working in fast‑paced, ambiguous settings, including multiple interim or contract assignments (average duration >10 months)

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting