Job Description
Shape the Future of Digital Services
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We're looking for an experienced and forward-thinking Lead Solutions Architect to join our ICT & Digital team.
This is a key leadership role responsible for shaping the Councils' application and data architecture, ensuring our business systems, integrations and digital platforms support the delivery of high-quality services to residents, businesses and colleagues.
You'll lead a small team of technical specialists, providing direction, coaching and support while working closely with business teams, suppliers and project stakeholders to deliver innovative digital solutions. The role combines strategic architecture leadership with hands-on oversight of system integration, technical delivery and service improvement activities
What You'll Be Doing
As Lead Solutions Architect you will:
Provide technical leadership across application architecture, data architecture and systems integration.
Manage and develop a team of technical professionals, supporting performance, capability development and continuous learning.
Lead technical delivery activities for system upgrades, developments and replacement projects.
Work closely with suppliers to ensure solutions are delivered effectively and transitioned smoothly into live service.
Promote best practice in integration, testing, information governance, cyber security and service management.
Identify opportunities to use emerging technologies and innovative approaches to improve service delivery and organisational efficiency.
About You
We're looking for someone who can combine strong technical expertise with excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.
You will have:
Experience delivering technology projects, system integrations and service improvements.
Strong knowledge of application architecture, data architecture and modern digital platforms.
Experience managing and developing technical teams.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to translate technical concepts into clear business outcomes.
Knowledge of information governance, cyber security and service management best practice.
Experience working with suppliers and external partners to deliver successful outcomes.
Closing Date: 19 August 2026
Interview Date: w/c 31 August & 7 September 2026
Why Join Us?
We offer flexible working hours for most office-based roles, allowing for a healthy work-life balance. As part of our team, you will enjoy a range of employee benefits, including free onsite parking, employee discounts, a competitive holiday allowance, wellbeing initiatives, and the opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme.
You will be joining a progressive and supportive organisation that is committed to making a positive impact on the communities we serve.
The Councils reserve the right to close any and all vacancies at any time if there is judged to be a sufficient number of applications received. xwwtmva
South Norfolk and Broadland Councils are committed to promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and all applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate checks for the position, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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