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Lead Enterprise Architect - Asset and Wealth Management
£30,000 - 49,000
UST
Berkeley Mews 1, Manchester
£30,000 - 49,000
Requirements
Must:
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- I have 15+ years of experience in technology architecture roles, ideally with at least 5 years in asset or wealth management, investment banking, or private banking domains.
- I have a proven track record in leading transformation programs within Change the Bank functions or strategic change portfolios, including platform upgrades, architecture modernization, and ecosystem integrations.
- I possess a strong understanding of core investment platforms (e.g., PMS, OMS, CRM, risk engines), middle and back-office systems, and associated data flows.
- I have hands-on experience with cloud-native platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), API management, enterprise integration, and data architecture.
- I am familiar with AI/ML or Generative AI in real-world applications (e.g., NLP, entity extraction, predictive analytics, conversational AI).
- I have a deep appreciation of the regulatory landscape, data privacy, and cybersecurity needs within financial services.
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Responsibilities
- I will define the future-state technology strategy for asset and wealth management clients, aligned with business goals such as operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, client experience, and front-to-back integration.
- I will partner with senior business and IT stakeholders to shape and lead Change the Bank portfolios, prioritizing initiatives that deliver measurable impact.
- I will lead legacy platform modernization (e.g., portfolio management systems, order management, core banking systems) through the adoption of microservices, cloud, APIs, and event-driven architectures.
- I will oversee the digital transformation of front-office and client engagement platforms (e.g., advisor portals, investor dashboards, digital onboarding, portfolio analytics).
- I will support the rationalization and integration of fragmented technology estates resulting from mergers, acquisitions, or platform expansion.
- I will identify and drive AI and data-driven use cases relevant to investment advisory, client servicing, risk management, and operational automation.
- I will serve as the technology lead or architect across large transformation initiatives, guiding multi-disciplinary teams in agile or hybrid delivery environments.
- I will act as a trusted advisor to CIOs, CTOs, Heads of Transformation, and COOs across business and technology domains.
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Description
I am looking for a seasoned Technology Lead (Principal Enterprise Architect) with expertise in Asset & Wealth Management to drive and deliver end-to-end technology transformation initiatives within the portfolios of leading investment and wealth management firms. This role requires a unique blend of domain expertise, architectural leadership, and transformation technology experience. I will help shape and deliver strategic modernization efforts, spanning core platforms, data and digital initiatives, and AI-driven innovation in alignment with regulatory, operational, and customer-focused priorities, with a key emphasis on Change the Bank initiatives. I also value those who have experience working with top-tier banks, asset managers, or technology consulting firms delivering transformation engagements, along with a strong commercial and business acumen to translate business priorities into feasible technical strategies. A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or Finance-related disciplines is required, and industry certifications in cloud or financial regulation are desirable. At UST, we uphold values that inspire innovation, promote diversity and inclusion, and put people at the center of everything we do. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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