Head of Architecture

The University of Surrey is seeking Head of Architecture to lead solution, enterprise, and data architects as part of an Architecture best practice within IT Services, setting architecture standards for university initiatives, products, programmes.

The role leads coordination with key stakeholders, project and programme managers and technical leads to determine architecture resource requirements for respective initiatives, working with the team of architects to ensure that architecture resources are optimised across activities and costed for prioritised work streams.

We value, empower and support every member of staff to get the best out of your unique talents, so you’ll be rewarded with a generous salary, 32 days holiday PLUS Bank Holidays, excellent pension contribution and a unique and vibrant working environment.  

 

Role & Responsibilities: 

Leading the establishment of an architecture practice, you’ll work with the team to define future target architectures and technology baselines, establishing continuity and excellence in the design and implementation of well architected and effective technology solutions aligned to the strategic direction of IT Services and the University.

The role is hands on in addition to leadership, as you’ll be operating as a senior architect on relevant projects and programmes defining the technical efficacy of proposed solutions and platform architectures and capabilities for functional and non-functional requirements.

Key responsibilities include:

Provide leadership to the team, including Solution Architects, Enterprise Architects, Data Architects and other staff as and when required, either directly or via matrix management of cross functional teams and squads.  Lead the creation and management of an architecture roadmap, defining future target architectures and iterative architectural changes to go from baseline to target.  Examine current technology, systems and service landscape and develop and maintain a consistent and understandable map of the current environment.Be the senior point of contact for stakeholders and technology teams establishing regular dialogues to collaboratively develop future architecture requirements and understand strategic priorities.Develop and articulate clear business cases with resource costings and funding sources identified.Maintain financial controls and forecasts to meet agreed budgets, managing suppliers, contracts and external consultants including procurement to ensure value for money 

 

What’s in it for you?    

We think Surrey is an amazing place to work, and we are carefully crafting a dynamic, flexible, and fun place to work and thrive.  

Our campus is a beautiful, leafy environment with carefully designed gardens, vibrant green playing fields, and a picturesque lake. With the buzz of student life and superb working facilities, the University is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research in an inspiring, innovative and diverse environment. 

Alongside our gorgeous campus setting, collegiate on-site atmosphere and plentiful development opportunities, we also offer: 

Competitive Salary Market leading Pension25 Days annual leave + 7 University Days + Bank Holidays Hybrid Working (some travel to campus will be required) Travel & Family benefits including subsidised rail fare, cycle to work scheme and on-site childcare Access to world-class leisure facilities at discounted rates    

For more information or to be considered for the role, please apply via the University of Surrey Website.  

Interviews will take place week commencing 2nd June at our Stag Hill Campus in Guildford.

The University is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities. 

Closing Date: 18 May 2025

Area: Professional Services

Salary: £57,422 to £68,529