Head of Enterprise Architecture (Fintech)

TL;DR

Head of Enterprise Architecture (Fintech): Defining and overseeing the enterprise architecture strategy to align business objectives with technology execution with an accent on architecture governance and process mapping. Focus on leading multidisciplinary teams to develop cohesive architecture blueprints and technology roadmaps for large-scale property management transformation.

Location: Hybrid (London or Manchester), requiring 40% office attendance

Salary: £92,701 - £109,060

Company

hirify.global is a major UK financial institution focused on supporting the housing market and helping Britain prosper through quality housing provision.

What you will do

• Define and govern the organization’s Enterprise Architecture strategy, principles, and target state.
• Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team of Enterprise Architects, Solution Architects, and Process Engineers.
• Manage the development of architecture artefacts, including business capability models, application and data architectures, and technology landscapes.
• Take ownership of detailed process map libraries across business units to ensure uniformity and accessibility.
• Partner with Product, Data, and Technology leadership to align architecture with delivery portfolios.
• Establish architecture governance processes and provide assurance for major transformation programmes.

Requirements

• Senior leadership experience in Enterprise Architecture within a complex organization.
• Proven track record of building and leading architecture and process engineering teams.
• Comprehensive knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF) and modelling techniques.
• Experience with EA and process modelling tools such as Ardox, Leanix, or Aris.
• Strong understanding of how architecture supports Agile and product-led delivery models.
• Must be based in the UK and able to attend London or Manchester hubs at least 40% of the time.

Culture & Benefits

• Generous pension contribution of up to 15%.
• Annual performance-related bonus and share schemes including free shares.
• 30 days of holiday in addition to bank holidays.
• Comprehensive wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policies.
• Flexible workplace adjustments for colleagues with disabilities.
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in senior roles.