Technical Architect

Technical ArchitectApply before 11:55 pm on Monday, 22nd September 2025Location: Manchester, M2 3AWSalary: £67,987 - £80,556 + benefitsWe lead the Government''s work on the future governance of football. At present, there is a Shadow Football Regulator made up of circa 50 members of staff, led by an interim Chief Operating Officer. This team will transfer out of DCMS to be the Independent Football Regulator in 2025, no earlier than October.The team is currently undertaking a range of activities in preparation for the establishment of the IFR, which was created when the Football Governance Act became law in July.While this role is being advertised through DCMS, it will be based in the Independent Football Regulator (IFR) and will not start until the IFR has been fully established as an independent body i.e. no earlier than October. You will be employed on the terms and conditions of the Independent Football Regulator.Job descriptionKey ResponsibilitiesDefine and lead the delivery of architectural strategy aligned to organisational and regulatory objectivesSet and embed architectural principles, standards and patterns to guide solution design across teamsProvide strategic technical leadership across programmes and portfolios, influencing senior stakeholdersDesign and assure complex, end-to-end solutions that are scalable, secure, and meet user needsLead architectural governance and ensure compliance with digital, data and technology and GDS standardsCollaborate with policy, ..... full job details .....