7 of 7 Head of Architecture Jobs in the UK excluding London

Head of Architecture Location: London (Onsite 5 days a week) Employment Type: Permanent, £145K - £166K Are you a business applications architect with a passion for aligning enterprise systems with business strategy? A leading logistics organisation is seeking a Head of Architecture to lead the evolution of its technology and business architecture landscape … About the Role This is a senior leadership role at the intersection of business strategy, enterprise architecture, and operational excellence . You will define and drive a cohesive architecture vision that supports the organisation's strategic goals, future operating model, and technology roadmap. The ideal candidate will champion business architecture as a core capability - ensuring that … evolve to support scalable growth, efficiency, and transformation. A new permanent position within the business, you will shape, recruit and lead a small but high-impact team focused on architecture and operational systems , while working closely with business and technology leaders to align on delivery and transformation priorities. This is not a back office architecture position: you'll More ❯

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. Youll 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. Youll 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 ❯

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 Buildings and Stations Architecture Application Deadline: 31 October 2025 Department: Technical Employment Type: Full Time Location: Milton Keynes Description A little bit about us: East West Rail is an infrastructure programme linking communities between Oxford and Cambridge. The area is currently let down by a lack of transport choices, and we have a once … that - improving prosperity for people and places along the way. East West Railway Company (that's us) was created by the Department for Transport (DfT) to oversee the delivery of East West Rail from construction through to wheels in motion, making sure the railway comes together in the right way. At East West Railway Company, we're committed to … simple - to create an environment where everyone is welcome and able to be themselves. We celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications of all backgrounds and experiences. Role Summary: This role will be responsible for overseeing the development of our buildings and stations assets, ensuring the successful conception, design, construction, and 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 ❯

University of the Arts London (UAL) is a world-leading creative University for teaching and research in art, design, fashion, communication and performing arts. UAL is made up of six renowned colleges and hosts several centres and institutes that further the University’s mission and social purpose, through the students and ideas we send out into the world … centred product approach to technology. We are investing in our people, and the processes enabled by digital, to evolve and transform the student and staff experience at UAL. The Head of Data Architecture is a new senior leadership role within the Architecture and Data team, responsible for establishing and leading a new Data Architecture function … within the Digital & Technology directorate. The Head of Data Architecture will play a critical role in delivering the university’s 2032 Strategy by enabling data-driven decision-making, enhancing analytics capabilities, and embedding a culture of data governance and stewardship. You will be tasked with building a high-performing team and developing a robust operating model More ❯

Head of Development & Architecture Location: UK Remote – with travel to Swindon HQ on occasion Package: £73,000 + full benefits At Lawtech, we’re transforming how legal professionals manage digital onboarding, compliance, and client engagement through our innovative platform, Verify365, and a growing suite of connected products. As we expand our ecosystem of LegalTech solutions … we’re seeking a Lead Developer to guide our development team and help shape the architecture behind our next generation of products. This role offers the opportunity to design scalable systems, mentor a talented team, and contribute directly to the evolution of a platform that is redefining how legal services are delivered. What you’ll do Lead … and support a team of 4–7 developers across backend, frontend, and app development. Plan and coordinate agile sprints, ensuring clear goals and high-quality outcomes. Work closely with Product Owners and leadership to align on the product roadmap and system direction. Design and maintain backend systems using Golang, with supporting services in Python and C. Oversee infrastructure performance More ❯