The Solution Design Architect (SDA) will provide solution architecture expertise across the Technology & Transformation team within the LGR division. The SDA will actively participate in establishing solution architecture models, patterns, processes and tools. We have a large investment in change enviroment for this year as we migrate from maintframe to azure cloud architecture. If you're looking for something to get your teeth into and an opportunity to influence the creation of a solution design architecture function moving forward then this could be the role for you! Please note this is a 2 year fixed term contract

• You will be lead the design and development of architecture models and frameworks to support Solution Design
• Lead the production of Outline Solutions that span the Fundamental Five aspects of architecture (Business, Security, Data, Service and Application) by working with architects from other domains, SME’s, Product Owners and Service Managers
• Gather requirements and interpret business needs to propose solutions that deliver business value and align to strategy and the Transformation agenda 
• Provide architectural and design consultancy, coaching and mentoring within assigned projects and product teams.  Enable Product Owners and Project Managers to understand the proposed solutions sufficiently to plan and execute rapid delivery
• Contribute to effective decision making by the Executive via considered input to Design Authorities and similar forums
• You'll take the lead in all matters with regard to the management of employees, ensuring that management discretion is used in a consistent manner and that the area follows the Group’s policies and procedures including the Partnership Agreement to maximise business performance
• Ensure that the principles of Conduct Risk are embedded into your day to day operations 
• To deliver good customer outcomes at all times. Ensure that all business processes and internal controls within your role are designed and performed in a way that delivers good customer outcomes and demonstrates effective management of Conduct Risk

We'd love to hear from people with

• Proven solution architecture experience- experience of defining and delivering architecture frameworks, models and methodologies
• Degree and/or MBA educated is desirable but not essential
• TOGAF accreditation or BCS Chartered professional is desirable but not essential
• Prince2, ITIL and/or Agile qualifications is desirable 
• Experience of delivering solution designs that span multiple functions, geographical locations and lines of business whilst also aligning to Business and Technology strategy and roadmaps 
• Proven experience of managing effective relationships to ensure the  solutions designed deliver business value

Whatever your role, we reward ability, performance and attitude with a package that looks after all the things that are important to you. Our employees have a wide range of benefits including a generous pension scheme, life assurance, 30 days' holiday, an annual supplement for private medical insurance, performance related bonuses, discounts at both a huge range of high street stores and our own great products, as well as a cash car allowance scheme. Your hard work will be rewarded when you join us.