Head of Strategy & Architecture - IT Strategy Director / Enterprise Architecture Lead

We’re hiring on behalf of a leading global financial services organisation for a senior technology strategist to shape and drive digital transformation across EMEA. Salary - Circa £160k base + Benefits. Location Hybrid/London

The Role

• Lead technology strategy and enterprise architecture for Digital Engineering Services & Solutions.
• Define IT roadmaps to modernise infrastructure, service management, and digital platforms.
• Partner with C-Suite executives to align technology vision with business goals.
• Influence strategic adoption of Cloud, AI (including GenAI), Data Management, and modern workplace technologies.
• Provide leadership to a team of strategists and architects across a global environment.

About You

• 10+ years’ experience shaping IT strategy and enterprise architecture in large organisations.
• Proven success driving digital transformation across infrastructure and operations.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills at Board / Executive level.
• Certified in ITIL, TOGAF, SAFe or Cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• A visionary leader who can deliver clarity, strategy and results.

Why Apply?

This is a rare opportunity to step into a pivotal leadership role shaping digital strategy on a global scale. You’ll have wide visibility, direct influence on boardroom decisions, and the chance to build the roadmap for the next generation of technology services.

Apply now to take the lead in transforming enterprise technology.

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