The Opportunity A large, complex organisation is looking for a Lead Architect to play a pivotal role in shaping its technology direction and maturing its architecture capability. This is a broad, senior role that sits between Solution Architecture and Enterprise Architecture, ideal for someone who enjoys building practices, developing patterns, and bringing clarity to complex technology landscapes. Key Responsibilities
Lead and develop the organisation's architecture practice
Define architecture patterns, standards, and reusable capabilities
Provide architectural oversight across major transformation initiatives
Design and govern cloud and hybrid architectures, primarily within Microsoft Azure
Assess and recommend platforms, tools, and technology stacks with a focus on simplification and reuse
Translate business and technical requirements into clear architectural outcomes
Work across Microsoft platforms as well as third-party systems (e.g. ERP and CRM platforms)
Partner closely with infrastructure, security, data, and digital teams to ensure alignment
Support long-term evolution toward a more formal Enterprise Architecture capability
Skills & Experience
Strong background in Microsoft and Azure architecture
Broad technical capability across cloud, data, digital platforms, and security
Demonstrated ability to create architecture standards and patterns
Comfortable engaging with senior technical and business stakeholders
Pragmatic, outcome-driven approach to architecture and decision-making