Job Description

Are you ready to chart your own career path? At SJP we need talented individuals like yourself to support our evolving culture. If you're seeking an employer that is passionate about excellence, innovation and autonomy, SJP could be the place for you.

At a glance:

Location:

Cirencester Office

Workplace Type:

Hybrid 2 days in office and 3 days remote

Employment Type:

Permanent

Seniority:

Mid-Senior Level

The role:

The Solution Architecture function is a key part of the architecture team at St. James's Place. The role holder will play a key part in supporting the vision of our Solution Architecture Practice, ensuring that we capitalise on our potential and deliver high-quality systems and integrations which align to our corporate objectives, ensuring we deliver the right outcomes for our partners. As a Solution Architect, you will assist our capability to key collaborators and Architecture/Design boards, contributing to decision-making processes.

What you'll be doing:

Help the team implement new technology standards, collaborate with experts to build strategic tech roadmaps. Provide knowledge and ideas to drive the overall architectural view of the application Understand business drivers and business capabilities (future and current state), and determine corresponding system designs and change requirements Initiate working groups to develop new thought processes and innovate ideas aligning to the corporate objectives. Promoting a culture of idea sharing and innovation to enhance the divisions capabilities. Work closely with other domains of architecture and design (Enterprise, Service Design and Central Data Office) to design architecture for a single project or initiative Understand technology trends and the practical application of existing, new, and emerging technologies to enable new and evolving business and operating models. Develop capability roadmaps for the division to ensure we have the right technologies and processes in place to achieve the divisions corporate objectives and align to the wider divisions' strategic plans.

Who we're looking for:

A good understanding of the project lifecycle, the ability to communicate technical concepts clearly, good interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach, and a willingness to learn and challenge constructively.

Essential Criteria:

Good technical expertise in cloud platforms and software architecture Some experience in application integration approaches, lifecycle management, and translating business requirements into technical solutions. Familiarity with architectural frameworks such as TOGAF, Zachman or ArchiMate or equivalent. Experience in contributing to designing and implementing solutions from high-level requirements to target-state architecture

Desirable Criteria:

Experience within a financial services or highly regulated industry. Interest in innovation and the ability to assess and apply emerging technologies to drive business transformations.

What's in it for you?

We reward you for the work you do,

whether that's through our discretionary annual bonus scheme that reflects both personal and company performance, competitive annual leave allowance (28 days plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase an additional 5 days), or online rewards platform with a variety of discounts.

We also have benefits to support whatever stage of life you are in, including:

Competitive parental leave (28 weeks full pay) Private medical insurance (optional taxable benefit) 10% non-contributory pension (increasing with length of service)

Reasonable Adjustments

We're an equal opportunities employer and want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible and inclusive for all, if you require reasonable adjustment(s) at any stage please let us know by emailing us at careers@sjp.co.uk

Research tells us that applicants (especially those from underrepresented groups) can be put off from applying for a role if they do not meet all the criteria or have been on an extended career-break. If you think you would be a good match for this role and can demonstrate some transferable experience please apply, regardless of whether you tick every box.

What's next?

If you're excited about this role and believe you have the skills and experience we're looking for, we'd love to hear from you! Please submit an application by clicking 'apply' below and our team will be in touch.


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