Overview
As Group Head of Architecture, you will set the Group-wide architecture direction to translate business goals into coherent capabilities. You will lead SSE’s architecture function, establishing standards, guardrails and decision frameworks that enable reliable delivery and resilient operation. You will collaborate with CIOs and leaders to align roadmaps, technology choices and investment priorities across the enterprise. You will modernise governance and adopt architecture-as-code, AI-assisted analysis, and shared foundations to drive sustainable transformation. This role offers strategic influence at scale within a federated, asset-intensive environment.
Pay / Benefits
- private healthcare and gym discounts
- Wellbeing benefits: online GP, 24/7 counselling
- cycle to work scheme
- interest-free loans for tech and transport
- maternity and adoption pay, paternity leave
Responsibilities
- Own and shape SSE’s group-wide architecture direction linking business capabilities, applications, platforms, infrastructure and OT.
- Set direction for Heads of Architecture across Units and Groups to align roadmaps and investment priorities.
- Provide governance, standards and guardrails to enable strategy-to-delivery and resilient operation.
- Build strong relationships with CIOs and business leaders to balance value, cost, risk and delivery speed.
- Modernise architecture with automation, architecture-as-code, AI-assisted analysis and testable controls.
- Lead and develop SSE’s architecture profession and community, building capability and succession.
- Translate regulatory, market and technology developments into practical architecture choices.
Key requirements
- Executive-level experience leading architecture in a large, federated organisation
- Proven track record translating strategy into enterprise capabilities and roadmaps
- Broad expertise across enterprise, solution and technology architecture including cloud, networks, apps and OT
- Transformation, delivery and operational experience ensuring secure, resilient solutions
- Experience leading matrixed teams and cross-functional governance
- Strong commercial and financial judgement for investments and partnerships
- strategic thinking
- collaborative leadership
- stakeholder management
- enterprise architecture
- cloud and infrastructure
- solutions architecture
Group Head of Architecture in Hampshire employer: Scottish and Southern Energy
SSE Thermal is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Perth where you can thrive as a Risk Manager. With a strong commitment to employee wellbeing, flexible working options, and a culture that promotes inclusivity and continuous improvement, SSE provides ample opportunities for professional growth while contributing to the energy transition. Enjoy competitive salaries, performance-related bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial and personal needs.
Contact Details:
Scottish and Southern Energy Recruitment Team
