Head of Solution Architecture

Overview

Head of Solution Architecture

at The AA –

Basingstoke, England, United Kingdom . Hybrid working (3 office days per week). Permanent, full-time role.The AA is a leading motoring organisation with a wide range of products and services. This role is part of the Chief Operating Office and focuses on shaping and delivering architecture to support transformation and growth.What will I be doing?

Leading and maturing the solution architecture practice across the AA, fostering innovation and continuous improvement.Driving architecture governance across a large-scale, complex change portfolio.Acting as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, translating business needs into actionable architectural solutions.Championing communities of practice and mentoring technical talent across the organisation.Overseeing end-to-end solution design, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture and technical strategy.What do I need?

Proven leadership in architecture practices, with strong experience in evolving and maturing solution architecture functions.Strong communicator and collaborator, able to engage across cross-functional teams and with stakeholders at all levels – technical and non-technical.Experience managing large-scale portfolios and navigating complex, multi-business unit environments.A background in consultancy services is highly beneficial, bringing a customer-focused and outcome-driven mindset.Deep knowledge of modern technologies, platforms, and integration patterns.Experience operating architecture governance controls and delivering measurable business value.Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays + holiday buying schemeWorksave pension scheme with up to 7% employer contributionFree AA breakdown membership from Day 1 plus 50% discount for family and friendsDiscounts on AA products including car and home insuranceEmployee discount scheme including car salary sacrifice and discounts on healthcare, shopping, holidays and moreCompany funded life assuranceDiverse learning and development opportunitiesDedicated Employee Assistance Programme and 24/7 remote GP serviceWe’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from everyone. The AA values diversity and the difference this brings to our culture and our customers. We actively seek people from diverse backgrounds to join us and become part of an inclusive company where you can be yourself and ..... full job details .....