Enterprise Architect

Lead a Architecture
5 weeks annual leave
Permanent opportunity

ABOUT THE COMPANY
Our client is a leading organisation and have over 2000 staff. They are focused on a better future for New Zealand.

ABOUT THE ROLE
The Principal Enterprise Architect is the senior authority for enterprise architecture, responsible for defining and governing the architecture framework, standards, and technology roadmaps that guide strategic technology decisions and investments. The role ensures technology solutions are aligned with organisational objectives, sustainable, well-integrated, and fit for future needs.  
Working closely with business and technology stakeholders, the role translates strategic priorities into practical architecture direction, provides expert advice on technology investments, and leads architecture governance across projects, platforms, and services. It also evaluates emerging technologies and recommends opportunities that support organisational growth and innovation.  
In addition, the Principal Enterprise Architect leads and develops the architecture practice, establishing standards, frameworks, and ways of working while mentoring architects and promoting a collaborative, high-performing team culture. As a member of the technology leadership team, the role contributes to strategic planning, risk management, governance, and continuous improvement initiatives.  

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Extensive Enterprise Architecture Experience with a proven track record of developing, governing, and implementing enterprise architecture frameworks within large and complex organisations.
• Strong Architecture Governance and Strategic Planning Capability, including the ability to align technology decisions, investments, and roadmaps with organisational objectives.
• Deep Knowledge of Enterprise Architecture Frameworks such as TOGAF and practical experience applying architecture principles, standards, and methodologies.
• Broad Technical Expertise across cloud platforms, integration technologies, data architecture, and modern technology ecosystems, with the ability to guide architectural direction.
• Proven Leadership Experience in building, mentoring, and developing architecture teams, establishing operating models, and driving high-quality architecture outcomes.
• Exceptional Stakeholder Management and Communication Skills, with the ability to influence executives, governance groups, and technical teams while translating complex concepts into business-focused recommendations.
• Strategic Thinking and Commercial Judgment, including experience assessing emerging technologies, managing risk, and providing evidence-based recommendations that support long-term organisational success.

Benefits

• Innovative, forward thinking, dynamic and flexible work culture.
• Flexible work arrangement
• Discount on gym and swimming membership

HOW TO APPLY
Click the APPLY button and include your resume and cover letter or for further information please call Abeer on [07 834 0411](tel:07 834 0411).

Please note, we can only consider applicants that are legally entitled to work in New Zealand and are based in New Zealand at the time of application.