Job Description

Intelance is a specialist consultancy in Enterprise Architecture, Cybersecurity, and AI.
We are building a lean, senior team to stand up a new Enterprise Architecture function for a major engineering and project-delivery group in North Africa.
We are looking for a Senior Enterprise Architect / Solution Architect to own overall design patterns, lead key workshops, produce HLA/HLDs, and anchor the EA Charter and Operating Model for this flagship engagement.
Tasks

• Lead the setup and operation of the Enterprise Architecture function for a large, project-driven engineering organisation.
• Design and implement the EA operating model, including demand intake, working groups, and the Architecture Review Board (ARB).
• Produce clear, pragmatic High Level Architectures (HLA) and High Level Designs (HLD) for priority initiatives.
• Define and maintain architecture principles, patterns, guardrails, and decision logs.
• Work closely with Business, IT Operations, GRC, and Security stakeholders to ensure architecture governance supports delivery, not just documentation.
• Guide domain SMEs (Security, Data, Integration, Solution) and ensure their work is aligned to the overall architecture.
• Run and facilitate architecture and design workshops, both remotely and on-site (mainly Casablanca).
• Support 1-2 pilot projects to go end-to-end through the new EA workflow during the first phase of the engagement.
• Coach internal architects and analysts so that the client can operate and own the EA capability after the initial phases.
• Contribute to Intelance's internal EA frameworks, templates, and knowledge base.

Requirements

• 8+ years' experience in Solution Architecture and/or Enterprise Architecture in complex, multi-system environments.
• Proven track record of designing and running architecture governance (architecture review boards, stage gates, design standards, decision logs).
• Hands-on experience producing architecture views and HLA/HLDs using standard notations (e.g. C4, UML, BPMN), without over-engineering.
• Background working in project-heavy industries such as engineering, construction, energy, utilities, manufacturing, or similar.
• Strong stakeholder skills - able to work credibly with CIO, Heads of IT, GRC, Security, and business leaders.
• Comfortable working in hybrid mode (remote + on-site visits to Casablanca and occasionally to London).
• Excellent communication skills in English (written and verbal).
• Able to travel internationally for short on-site trips as needed.

Nice to have

• Professional EA background (e.g. TOGAF or equivalent practical experience).
• Experience with Microsoft 365 / Azure / SAP / project portfolio tools.
• French language skills and/or experience working with Francophone or North African clients.
• Prior consulting experience in a client-facing role.

Benefits

• Opportunity to lead a greenfield EA department setup for a major engineering and project-delivery group.
• Work in a small, senior team where your decisions have a direct impact - no heavy bureaucracy.
• Hybrid working model - remote by default, with focused on-site trips to build strong relationships.
• Exposure to Enterprise Architecture, Cybersecurity and AI work across Intelance's wider client base.
• Competitive compensation package, with scope for long-term collaboration on follow-on phases and other engagements.
• Direct access to Intelance leadership and the chance to help shape our EA practice and methods.

If you are a hands-on Enterprise or Solution Architect who enjoys building practical architecture operating models rather than producing shelfware, we'd love to hear from you.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a brief introductory call, followed by a practical case discussion with the Intelance team.
Intelance
Intelance is a strategic consultancy specialising in Enterprise Architecture, AI transformation, and cybersecurity. We help organisations design the systems, structures, and operating models needed to scale, secure, and lead in a volatile world.
Our team combines TOGAF-based architecture thinking with cybersecurity governance (Cyber Essentials, ISO 27001), cloud-native patterns, and AI operating model design. From EA blueprints to Zero Trust frameworks to AI adoption roadmaps - Intelance transforms complexity into strategic clarity.
We serve public and private sector clients across the UK, Africa, and the Middle East - particularly in regulated industries such as government, healthcare, finance, energy, and pharma.

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