Job Description

Job Title:

Architecture Portfolio Manager - IT

Location:

Frimley; Surrey or Preston; Lancashire. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

Salary:

Circa 75,300 + depending on experience plus executive benefits

What you'll be doing:

Lead strategic continuous improvement initiatives across the Group Information Management and Technology (IM&T) Strategy and Architecture Centre of Expertise, ensuring alignment with enterprise-wide goals Drive the development and adoption of future-focused tools, methods, and frameworks across the IM&T Digital function to support long-term functional transformation Shape and guide the strategic application of systems design approaches--selecting between predictive (plan-driven) and adaptive (iterative/agile) methodologies to meet evolving organisational needs Establish and influence strategic relationships with senior business leaders and key functional stakeholders across the enterprise to ensure alignment of digital architecture with business priorities Spearhead the implementation of a next-generation Enterprise Architecture Repository across BAE Systems, enabling strategic oversight and governance of IM&T applications and project portfolios Collaborate with enterprise architects across Group, sectors, and functions to ensure the architecture repository is actively governed, up to date, and reflective of business capability needs Provide strategic governance and assurance for project demands and application records, ensuring they meet corporate policy standards and support enterprise capability development Establish and lead cross-functional working groups to drive strategic alignment, manage enterprise repository governance, and escalate key issues or change proposals to senior IM&T authorities

Your skills and experiences:

Experience working within large, complex organisations with a broad understanding of Information Technology and digital environments Knowledge and practical application of configuration management, change management, and assurance-led programmes Proven track record in supporting the delivery of projects across multiple IT and digital disciplines Leadership skills in operational management, including guiding teams and improving processes Excellent analytical and communication abilities, capable of interpreting complex requirements and clearly engaging diverse stakeholders

Benefits:

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Team:

This role sits within the Chief Information Office, working alongside a growing team of seven architects to drive strategic internal change initiatives. You will lead efforts to enhance how architectural work is managed, delivered, and demonstrated, acting as a key point of contact for stakeholders engaging with the architecture function. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and influence architecture processes, support innovation, and contribute to the organisation's broader IT strategy within a large and complex environment.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.



Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date:

24th July 2025





We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.





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