2 of 2 Permanent Head of Architecture Jobs in the West Midlands

Role: Head of Architecture Location: Birmingham (Hybrid) Salary: £75,000 - £95,000 Network IT is recruiting for a Head of Architecture to lead enterprise and solution architecture within a large-scale, complex technology environment— specifically within the higher education sector . This is a senior leadership role requiring not only technical expertise but … also a deep appreciation of the intricate structures, governance, and strategic priorities unique to universities and academic institutions.You’ll define and drive the architecture strategy across infrastructure, data, applications, and business processes, ensuring all technical decisions align with both enterprise standards and the evolving needs of a modern higher education organisation.You’ll lead a team of … with senior academic and administrative stakeholders to shape a long-term technology roadmap that supports digital transformation, operational efficiency, and academic excellence. Key Responsibilities: Develop and evolve the enterprise architecture vision and roadmap in alignment with institutional strategy and sector-specific challenges. Lead solution design across complex domains, ensuring consistency, interoperability, and scalability across research, teaching, and administrative systems. More ❯

Head of Data Architecture Hybrid - 3 days - Worcestershire £90,000 - £100,000 Our client are looking for a Head of Data Architecture to join their organisation focused on driving value through data. You'll play a leading role in shaping and delivering the group's data strategy ensuring data is structured, integrated, and aligned … also collaborate across teams to champion data as a strategic asset, promoting governance, quality, and innovation. You'll need to have experience with the following: Proven background in Data Architecture or Data Modelling at a senior level Strong knowledge of data integration, metadata, and data lifecycle management Experience with data modelling frameworks Sound understanding of governance, compliance More ❯