Average Technical Architect salary in City of London

Technical Architect (Remote, UK) Up to £51,000 |  Fully Remote | ? 35 hours per week | This not-for-profit organisation is undergoing an ambitious digital and data transformation, investing in modern, secure technology to ensure its services remain resilient, scalable, and fit for the future. They’re now seeking a Technical Architect to join their Finance and Technology function and play a key role in shaping the organisation’s technology landscape. Why this role? As part of a small, highly influential architecture team, you’ll help balance risk with opportunity, ensuring innovation is delivered safely while protecting mission-critical services. This role offers real autonomy, strategic influence, and the chance to see your work make a meaningful impact. What you’ll be doing: Acting as a member of the Architecture Board, validating solution designs and ensuring alignment with the wider technology estateSupporting the management of change proposals and architectural documentationCollaborating with project teams from early design through to build and deploymentWorking with technology suppliers on strategic and tactical designs, complex technical issues, and commercial negotiationsBuilding strong day-to-day relationships with technical teams and business stakeholders, translating business needs into effective technical solutions What they’re looking for: Proven experience designing and implementing secure, enterprise-level applications, systems, or networksStrong understanding of cloud and traditional technologies, with experience across multiple programming languages and frameworksSolid knowledge of software architecture principles, design patterns, and industry best practiceExcellent analytical and problem-solving skillsStrong communication and stakeholder-management skills, including experience engaging with suppliers and supporting negotiationsExperience in a Technical Architect (or similar) role delivering complex projects is highly desirable What’s in it for you? Fully remote working anywhere in the UKSalary up to £51,000A collaborative, purpose-driven team that values quality, integrity, and impactOpportunities to grow your skills, influence strategy, and work on meaningful, long-term initiatives  Apply now to help shape the technology that supports a vital not-for-profit organisation. Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted.  Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously.  Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website http://proactive.it/privacy-notice/

Workspace Architect Inside IR35 We are working with a global banking organisation seeking an experienced Workspace Architect to join their End User Computing (EUC) function on a contract basis. This role is pivotal in supporting the operational delivery of the client's Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) and associated services. You will play a key part in the technical delivery of strategic workspace projects, while also maintaining high-quality BAU support for critical business platforms. The successful candidate will join a highly skilled third-line engineering team, operating in a fast-paced, regulated financial environment. Key Responsibilities Support the operational delivery and stability of the virtual desktop estate and associated services. Take technical ownership of workspace-related project delivery, ensuring timely and high-quality execution. Design, implement, and support Citrix-based solutions across multiple environments and versions. Install, configure, and manage Citrix NetScaler appliances. Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers and service teams on workspace technologies and troubleshooting. Diagnose and resolve complex issues spanning hardware, application, and security layers. Manage Windows 10/11 desktop environments, including application delivery and packaging (streaming, sequencing, isolation). Collaborate with project managers, architects, and infrastructure teams to deliver aligned, well-governed outcomes. Ensure adherence to change management and configuration control policies. Essential: Specialist knowledge of the Citrix product suite (Virtual Apps & Desktops, NetScaler). Hands-on experience with Ivanti User Workspace Manager. Proven track record in Citrix solution planning, design, implementation, and support across complex enterprise environments. Strong documenation experience  Experience leading technical delivery for projects within defined time, cost, and quality parameters. Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills across hardware, security, and application domains. Excellent working knowledge of Windows 10/11 and associated application delivery methods. Experience working within structured IT frameworks (change, incident, and problem management). Beneficial: Experience with Microsoft FSLogix and Office 365 integration. ITIL Foundation certification. Workspace Architect Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted.  Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is

Are you an accomplished Enterprise Architect ready to lead a major core insurance platform transformation for a global organization? This is a high-impact Enterprise Architect role where you’ll define and drive the architecture strategy for one of the industry’s most significant modernization programs.You’ll take ownership of enterprise-level architecture design, ensuring technology strategy aligns seamlessly with business objectives. This role spans multi-year roadmaps, core insurance domains, and modern technology stacks, requiring a balance of strategic vision and hands-on leadership.Picture yourself influencing architecture decisions at the highest level, introducing cloud-native solutions, AI-driven capabilities, and advanced integration patterns. You’ll bridge engineering and architecture teams, enforce standards and best practices, and ensure compliance with risk, cybersecurity, and regulatory frameworks. Your expertise will shape the future of insurance technology ecosystems.Interested, then my client is looking for someone with: Extemsive experience in enterprise or solution architecture, ideally within insurance or financial services (10 years+)Proven leadership in core system transformations and architecture modernizationStrong technical fluency across cloud, orchestration, integration, AI, and insurance platforms (PAS, CMS, Pricing)Solid experience in data domains (MDM, analytics, ML, pipelines)Deep understanding of insurance processes, products, and regulatory requirementsAbility to communicate complex concepts to senior stakeholdersBackground in agile methodologies and cross-functional delivery This is a Fantastic opportunity offering the chance to set the architectural direction for a global transformation program. Ready to lead at scale? Let’s connect.