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About the Role

Ensuring that technology solutions delivered through Investments Transformation support the business strategic objectives whilst developing and maintaining our own technology strategy. Reporting into Head of Enterprise Architecture, Investments, Corporate Functions and Finance.

Responsibilities

Drive Enterprise Architecture and Technical Strategy across Investments
Ensure the Data Strategy is executed to design and course correct where it diverges
Provide consultancy and direction on Enterprise Architecture Definition and Maintenance
Provide consultancy and direction on Solution Architecture Guidance and Review
Drive Solution Architecture Auditing, through participation in SDLC review points
Leverage understanding and experience with architectural frameworks and development technologies
Define the systems architecture and perform core system reviews
Produce recommendations and execution of processes for Analyses of Alternatives and Market Research for Products and Services to be acquired, including measurable success criteria
Contribute to the development of a rolling 3 year Investments Technology strategy
Ensure alignment of solutions to target architecture with Investment Transformation teams
Research investment management related areas that may impact solutions
Monitor emerging technologies and tools for New Technology appraisals
Research new and existing applications and services, application evolutions, product roadmaps and directions followed by competitors
Analyze industry regulatory impacts, timeline and vendor engagement re solutions
Question systems and processes and create new ideas for innovation
Ensure decisions are made for the right reasons with full appreciation of impacts
Input into the strategic aspects of projects and solutions during the project lifecycle management
Provide Technical and Business Subject Matter Expertise on a broad range of topics across the portfolio including enterprise systems management and custom software developed solutions

Requirements

Deep understanding of Asset Management Business and Technology across both Public and Private markets
Previous experience of BRS’s Aladdin platform is ideal
Degree level education or relevant experience
15+ years of demonstrated experience in delivering business value from an operational and actionable architecture perspective
Experience supporting different phases of Solution architecture delivery from initiation through to implementation
Demonstrated knowledge of the solution development lifecycle and system development approach
Strong facilitation, presentation and communication skills
EA Repository experience with an industry leading EA tool e.g. SNOW APM, UPMX and Designer
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to work with assumptions rather than all facts
Good communication skills
A flexible and adaptable approach
Ability to build good relationships internally and externally
Ability to work within a team environment
Effective analytical skills
Client and delivery focused
Good planning and organizational skills
Effective problem solving skills

Skills

Enterprise Architecture
Technical Strategy
Data Strategy
Solution Architecture
Architectural Frameworks
Development Technologies
Systems Architecture
Market Research
Investment Management
Emerging Technologies
Applications Research
Industry Regulatory Impacts
Innovation
Project Lifecycle Management
Technical Subject Matter Expertise
Business Subject Matter Expertise
Facilitation
Presentation
Communication
EA Repository
SNOW APM
UPMX
Designer
Analytical Skills
Planning
Organizational Skills
Problem Solving

Location

Work Type

Flexible working arrangements

Experience Level

15+ years of demonstrated experience
Senior

Education Level

Degree level education or relevant experience

Benefits

Pension scheme of up to 18% (13% employer, 5% employee)
Share Save and Share Incentive Plan
Financial wellbeing and support services
38 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
Opportunity to purchase up to five extra days of leave
Time Off When You Need It policy
Market-leading Inspiring Families policy
Comprehensive support and paid parental leave (maternity, adoption, surrogacy, paternity)
Private Healthcare
Critical Illness cover
Life Assurance
Additional family options for Health & Protection cover

About the Company

Purpose is to give everyone real confidence to put their money to work.
Heritage dating back more than 175 years.
Long history of innovation in savings and investments.
Combines asset management and insurance expertise to offer a wide range of solutions.
Two distinct operating segments: Asset Management and Life.
Work together to provide access to balanced, long-term investment and savings solutions.
Values: telling it like it is, owning it now and moving it forward together with care and integrity.
Creating an exceptional place to work for exceptional talent.

Equal Opportunity

Strive to have a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture.
Policies and employee-led networks offer networking, support and development opportunities.
Welcome applications from people of all backgrounds – across gender, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation and more – including neurodivergent individuals, career returners and those with military service experience.
Proud to be Level 3: Disability Confident Leader under the UK Government Disability Confident employer scheme.
Welcome applications from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions.
Committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process.
All candidates have the opportunity to request reasonable adjustments when applying.
If you need any additional support at any stage, please contact careers@mandg.com.