Head of Strategy & Architecture - Digital Engineering

Head of Strategy & Architecture - IT Strategy Director / Enterprise Architecture Lead - Salary TBC.

Banking & Technology
Location: Central London

We''re hiring on behalf of a leading global financial services organisation for a senior technology strategist to shape and drive digital transformation across EMEA.

• Lead technology strategy and enterprise architecture for Digital Engineering Services & Solutions.

• Define IT roadmaps to modernise infrastructure, service management, and digital platforms.

• Partner with C-Suite executives to align technology vision with business goals.

• Influence strategic adoption of Cloud, AI (including GenAI), Data Management, and modern workplace technologies.

• Provide leadership to a team of strategists and architects across a global environment.

• 10+ years'' experience shaping IT strategy and enterprise architecture in large organisations.

• Proven success driving digital transformation across infrastructure and operations.

• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills at Board / Executive level.

• Certified in ITIL, TOGAF, SAFe or Cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP).

• A visionary leader who can deliver clarity, strategy and results.

This is a rare opportunity to step into a pivotal leadership role shaping digital strategy on a global scale. You''ll have wide visibility, direct influence on boardroom decisions, and the chance to build the roadmap for the next generation of technology services.

Keywords: Head of IT Strategy | Head of Enterprise Architecture | Director of IT Transformation | IT Strategy Lead | Digital Strategy Director | Chief Architect

Apply now to take the lead in transforming enterprise technology.

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