Associate Architect – Process & Governance

Contract Role: Associate Architect – Process and Governance

Location:

Hybrid – 3 days per week in office (contractor’s choice)Rate:

£500 per day (Inside IR35)Duration:

6 months (potential extension)Hardware:

Laptop providedStart Date:

ASAPHours:

8 per day / 40 per weekThe Opportunity

We are seeking an

Associate Architect

to join a leading retail technology team on a contract basis, focusing on

process and governance

within the architecture function. You will play a key role in supporting decision-making, enforcing architectural standards, and managing governance processes for solution designs – ensuring that technology investments deliver strategic value and align with business priorities.Key Responsibilities

Support architecture decision-making and approval processes.Ensure compliance with architectural principles, standards, and patterns.Oversee demand management for architecture-impacting work.Set up and run governance forums such as Architecture Review Boards and Design Authorities.Track solution designs from submission to approval, producing weekly progress reports.Maintain accurate meeting records, actions, and decisions for stakeholders.Support resource planning and act as a delegate for senior architects when required.Skills and Experience

Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple activities simultaneously.Good understanding of technology architecture at a high level.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.Experience collaborating across cross-functional teams.Proactive approach with a focus on continuous improvement.Contract Details

IR35 Status:

In ScopeStart Date:

ASAPDuration:

6 monthsRate:

£500 per dayLocation:

Hybrid – 3 days per week in office (contractor’s choice)Hours:

8 hours per day / 40 hours per weekEquipment:

Laptop provided*Rates depend on experience and client requirementsJob Information

Job Reference:

JO-2508-355532

Salary:

Salary per:

annum

Job Duration:

6 Months

Job Start Date:

18/08/2025

Job Industries:

Mobile Jobs, Product Management, Programme and Project Management Jobs

Job Locations:

Greater London

Job Types:

Contract

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