Enterprise Architect - Associate Director - Energy and Utilities

Enterprise Solution Architect - Energy & Utilities - Senior Manager

Location: London

Salary: £100,000 - £125,000 + package

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Enterprise Architect / Senior End-to-End Solution Architect to lead architecture strategy and delivery within the Energy & Utilities sector. This role sits at the intersection of technology, innovation, and business transformation - shaping large-scale, cloud-enabled solutions that drive tangible impact across the industry.

As a senior leader, you'll play a pivotal role in defining the technology vision, guiding major transformation programmes, and helping shape how clients leverage Cloud, Data, and AI to modernise operations and unlock new value.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and deliver enterprise-scale architecture strategies across the Energy & Utilities sector.
• Drive digital transformation initiatives spanning Cloud, Data, and AI technologies.
• Partner with C-suite stakeholders to align business and technology strategies.
• Lead multidisciplinary architecture teams across onshore, nearshore, and offshore delivery models.
• Shape sector-specific technology propositions and assets to accelerate growth.
• Oversee architecture governance, vendor selection, and solution integrity across delivery.
• Provide thought leadership, mentoring, and guidance across technical and business communities.
• Collaborate with global business and technology teams to foster innovation and cross-sector synergies.

Skills & Experience

• 10+ years' experience in enterprise or solution architecture, ideally within the Energy & Utilities sector.
• Proven track record designing and delivering large-scale, complex technology transformations for Tier 1 clients.
• Strong grasp of Cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP), Data, AI, and automation technologies.
• Experience leading architecture through all phases - from strategy and roadmap design to execution and governance.
• Deep understanding of sector-specific challenges and the regulatory environment.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with experience engaging C-suite leaders.
• Proven ability to build, lead, and develop large architecture and delivery teams.
• Architecture certifications (e.g., TOGAF) and cloud vendor certifications desirable.

Summary

This is a high-impact leadership role for a forward-thinking architect who thrives on solving complex business challenges through technology. You'll have the opportunity to influence strategy at the highest level, shape industry-leading solutions, and play a key role in driving the digital future of the Energy & Utilities sector.