Solution Architect - ALCHEMY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES LIMITED : Job Details

Location: City of London

Sector: Insurance & Pensions

Job Type: Contract Inside IR35, intially 3 months (likelihood of extension of 9 months')

ASSIGNMENT OVERVIEW

Alchemy London Market are partnering with a leading provider of pensions and insurance products and services. They are seeking a Senior Solution Architect to drive end-to-end solution design and delivery across a range of business portfolios within the insurance and pensions sector. This is a highly consultative and strategic role, requiring deep domain knowledge and the ability to engage confidently with senior stakeholders.

• Define and deliver end-to-end solution architectures across multiple business areas.
• Operate in a consulting-led capacity, advising clients and internal teams on optimal architecture strategies.
• Align solution designs with enterprise architecture standards, policies, and strategic roadmaps.
• Collaborate with cross-functional business and technology teams to ensure cohesive solution delivery.
• Contribute to the ongoing evolution of technology strategy, architecture principles, and governance practices.
• Lead medium to large-scale initiatives with a focus on quality, compliance, and performance.
• Communicate effectively with senior stakeholders, translating complex technical concepts into business value.
• Mentor junior architects and contribute to architectural best practices within the organisation.

• Experience in solution architecture, delivering scalable, secure, and high-performing solutions.
• Pensions Risk Transfer - including buy-in, buy-out, scheme administration, bulk annuities, and institutional investments.
• Working across the Insurance and Pensions sectors with an ability to bring industry insights and best practices.
• Navigating both business and regulatory landscapes within enterprise environments.
• Cloud technologies (SaaS, PaaS, IaaS)
• Data & Analytics
• Integration / APIs / Microservices
• Process Automation
• CRM and Customer Experience Platforms
• AI / ML and Emerging Tech
• Enterprise Architecture Tooling (e.g., ArchiMate, Orbus, BiZZdesign)
• Deep understanding of digital transformation environments and agile delivery.
• Proven ability to create detailed logical/physical models, component specifications, and solution blueprints.
• TOGAF or equivalent architecture certification.