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Enterprise Architect (London)


Company : Aviva Plc


Location : Hanwell, London


Created : 2025-08-07


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Please note this position is based in London and this will be the contractual location of the successful candidate, other locations cannot be considered.Ready to apply Before you do, make sure to read all the details pertaining to this job in the description below.This is a great job for someone who has excellent people management skills and experience in an equivalent role.A bit about the job:Were looking for an experienced Enterprise Architect to shape and drive Avivas technology strategy across Aviva Investors. This pivotal role will lead the development of high-level technology roadmaps that align with business needs and Avivas strategic vision, ensuring clarity around technology estate, cost of ownership, technical debt, and investment planning. Youll govern change across both BAU and project initiatives, ensuring alignment with global architecture standards and policies, while championing standardisation and reuse of shared technologies to drive efficiency and reduce costs. Working closely with design teams, youll ensure solutions deliver the right architectural outcomes. As a key member of the leadership team, youll deputise for the Head of Architecture, providing continuity of strategic direction and governance, and play an active role in succession planning by developing future architectural leadership.Skills and experience were looking for:MBA desired but not essentialPositive and proactive approach to consistently high performance, inspiring others to achieve sameStrategic thinkingTeam members or stakeholder issues are promptly identified, and resolutions supported and driven through as far as possibleStakeholder management and business partneringWhat youll get for this role:Generous pension scheme - Aviva will contribute up to 14%, depending on what you put inEligibility for annual performance bonusFamily friendly parental and carers leaveGenerous holiday entitlement plus bank holidays with the option to buy/sell up to 5 additional daysUp to 40% discount for Aviva productsAviva-funded Private Medical Benefit to help you get expert support when you need itBrilliant flexible benefits including electric carsAviva Matching Share Plan and Save As You Earn scheme21 volunteering hours per yearAviva is for everyone:Were inclusive and welcome everyone we want applications from all backgrounds and experiences. Excited but not sure you tick every box? Even if you dont, we would still encourage you to apply. We also consider all forms of flexible working, including part time and job shares.We flex locations, hours and working patterns to suit our customers, business, and you. Most of our people are smart working spending around 50% of their time in our offices every week - combining the benefits of flexibility, with time together with colleagues.To find out more about working at Aviva take a look hereWe interview every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job. Once youve applied, please send us an email stating that you have a disclosed disability, and well interview you.Aviva Investors is the asset manager for Aviva, the UKs leading insurance, wealth and retirement business. With responsibility built into our investment processes, we create solutions fit for the future. We have the capital, scale and influence to drive positive change in the world and we dont take that responsibility lightly as we strive to do the right thing for our people, communities.We bring together expertise from over 1,500 people in 14 countries connecting seamlessly as one team to deliver the best of our diverse expertise with every investment.It takes all of us at Aviva Investors to contribute to creating an exceptional client experience, reflecting our innovation in sustainability. Enjoy an inclusive environment, get rewarded for high performance and take control of your development.#J-18808-Ljbffr