Overview
At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers. Reporting to the Head of IT Infrastructure, we are looking to recruit an Enterprise Architect on a permanent basis. This is a brand-new function within the Commercial IT team, working alongside the Security, Cloud and Service Operations teams. You will contribute to architectural and documentation design, assess the existing state, and define the preferred target operating model.
You will work closely with the wider IT function, understanding and interpreting requirements across stakeholders to translate, document, visualise, present and select options to address business challenges. Ideally, this role would be based in Northwich 2–3 days a week.
Responsibilities
- Lead architectural design and documentation to support current and target operating models.
- Collaborate with Security, Cloud, and Service Operations teams and the wider IT function.
- Interpret requirements from stakeholders and translate them into tangible options to address business challenges.
Qualifications / Skills
- Proven track record of working as an Enterprise Architect.
- Experience of working with Azure is desirable.
- Proven ability to document processes and procedures at a high level.
- Strategic mindset and strong communication skills to liaise with a variety of stakeholders.
Benefits
- Competitive salary with yearly salary review.
- Pension with matched contributions up to 7%.
- Excellent holiday package – 35 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell leave.
- Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year.
- Bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%.
- Training and development opportunities.
- Extra perks including discounts from various retailers and entertainment providers.
What’s next
If you meet the criteria and are ready to take the next step, apply following our simple 5-minute application process, upload a CV and a supporting statement that demonstrates how you meet the role requirements. For questions, please email the recruitment team.
Equal Opportunity and Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and ensuring safe communities. Our recruitment process includes pre-employment checks, including DBS checks where applicable. We offer a guaranteed interview to candidates who are disabled, neurodiverse, or have served in the Armed Forces, provided you meet the essential criteria for the role. If you require reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know. We follow robust safeguarding policies and procedures and expect all employees, volunteers, and contractors to uphold high standards of safeguarding and accountability.
Armed Forces: Places for People supports the Armed Forces Covenant and guarantees an interview for candidates who meet the essential criteria and are serving or have formerly served in the Armed Forces. Disability Confident: We are a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. Neurodivergent: Neurodiverse applicants who meet the criteria will be guaranteed an interview.
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