Solution Architect

Are you looking for an opportunity to play a key role in a dynamic technology team, designing, implementing, and transforming multi-platform services for a growing business? Do you want to be a key contributor in shaping innovative solutions that drive real business value? If so, read on!

As the Solution Architect, your primary focus will be solution designs for the ZIGUP group businesses using the Group Architecture building blocks. You will work with the business to understand the requirements for a technology solution, calling on our Engagement, Applications, Data, and Security areas to ensure that a proposed solution meets the business requirement and can be executed upon.

You’ll work closely with other technology peers within the architect and engineering space to ensure solutions deliver business value, technically lead assigned projects, and provide infrastructure designs for business solutions delivered through change services. You will also have a broad understanding of technology areas and be able to articulate these at a business level.

• Design and deliver solution architectures for the ZIGUP group, aligning with the Group Architecture building blocks.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure solutions meet business needs and are executable.
• Work with Engagement, Applications, Data, and Security teams to integrate and secure solutions.
• Provide technical leadership on assigned projects and deliver infrastructure designs for change services.
• Articulate technology implications at a business level and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders.

You will bring 3–5+ years of demonstrable experience working in a solution and design function for a large and complex business group, comprising multiple technology disciplines. Your ability to produce articulate and accurate proposals and recommendations will set you apart in this role. Your high level of trust and confidence will help you build excellent relationships with businesses and maintain a strong customer service orientation. You demonstrate extensive knowledge and experience working with Microsoft Office cloud services, Identity Services and Security platforms, not to mention proven development of robust delivery frameworks that ensure services are provided effectively whilst maintaining data safety standards.

ZIGUP is a leading integrated mobility solutions provider. We're trusted by many of the UK’s leading insurance and leasing companies, fleet operators, OEMs and blue-chip corporates, delivering a wide array of solutions from vehicle rental and fleet management to accident management, vehicle repairs, service and maintenance. We are proud to have been awarded a King's Award for Enterprise, recognised for our commitment to promoting opportunity and supporting social mobility.

• Salary - Up to £72,000 per annum depending on experience.
• Annual Leave - Start with 24 days, increasing to 26 days with service, plus the flexibility to buy or sell up to 5 extra days each year. You’ll also have public holidays and an extra day off to celebrate your birthday.
• Pension - Employer contributions of 5%.
• Financial Benefits - Free life assurance, a save-as-you-earn scheme, a colleague referral scheme (earning £1,000 per referral), and a Benefits App with discounts and cashback at retailers.
• Wellbeing & Lifestyle Services - Colleague assistance programme with 24/7 GP service, mental health support and physiotherapy plus cycle to work, eyecare vouchers, Health Cash Plan, Dental Plan and Travel Insurance.
• Professional Development - Partnership with Pluralsight for access to courses, skill tests, and learning paths.
• Motoring Benefits - Vehicle-leasing schemes, discounted repairs, and reduced rates on weekend car and van hires.
• Stream - A free financial wellbeing app with pay advances, savings, financial advice, and discounts.

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