Head of Architecture

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What We'll Bring:

What You'll Bring:

We’re looking for a Head of Architecture to join our Global Technology team.  
 
Day to Day You’ll Be: 

• Building and developing the Architecture function and discipline in the UK, with capability that is appropriate for the UK business and aligns to the TU Global Architecture function.

• Creation and maintenance of “technology” as well as business driven roadmaps for all IT services in the UK business, aligned to the architectural direction of TU globally and the UK business 3-year plan.

• The owner of the 3-year plan for technology.

• The lead technologist in the business: Understanding the industry trends;

• Building relationships with key technology suppliers and clients.

• When developing and delivering against the roadmaps: Drive the use of technology that promotes (long term) efficiency, scalability and flexibility and drive a commercial view of the choices being made.

• Ensure design authority and governance is in place to manage adherence to and deviation from the agreed architectural direction and roadmaps

• Budget planning & control over IT Strategy and Architecture.

• Exercise quality control and progress control over the work of direct reports.

• Communicating architecture and IT standards to all stakeholders and ensure standards are published, updated and adhered to.

• Responsible for managing architecture process risk.

• Essential Skills & Experience: 

• An excellent appreciation of the world of technology and trends within the industry.

• An excellent understanding of the credit market in the UK and wider.

• Strong communication and engagement skills at C Level internally, within clients and in the industry.

• Educated to degree level or suitable experience

• Substantial experience leading an Architecture function in a medium to large organisation.

Impact You'll Make:

What’s In It For you? 
At TransUnion you will be joining a friendly, forward thinking global business.  
We’re happy to talk flexible working. We operate a hybrid model allowing you to explore the balance of work and hours from home and/or from our offices in Leeds or London. 
 
As well as an excellent salary and bonus scheme, our benefits package comes with: 

• 26 days’ annual leave + bank holidays (increasing with service) 

• Global paid wellness days off + a bonus day off to celebrate your birthday 

•  A generous contributory pension scheme + access to the TransUnion Employee Stock Purchase Plan 

• Private health care + a variety of physical, mental and financial fitness wellbeing programmes such as access to mindfulness tools 

• Access to our diversity forums and communities so you can get involved in causes close to your heart 

 
TransUnion – a place to grow:  
If there’s something on the list of essential / desirable skills that you can’t quite tick off, don’t let that put you off applying. We are open to exploring training and development opportunities for the right candidate to ensure you are successful.  We know imposter syndrome is real, lets confront it so we can continue to grow and thrive together.
 
Flexibility at TU: 
We recognise that our people need the freedom to balance their day-to-day lives with their work. This is why we’ve set out to create inclusive and flexible policies and practices for you to accommodate all your responsibilities and needs: children, family and beyond. If the role is advertised as full time, don’t let this stop you from applying. Let us know if you’re looking for a part time or flexible working arrangement and we can discuss this with you. 
 
Additional support: 
At TransUnion, we’re committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all individual’s talents and perspectives are valued. When you apply for a position with us, you’re not just joining a team, you’re becoming part of a community that celebrates differences and embraces equality. We understand that everyone has different needs, which is why we offer a range of reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments to help you through the application process or to attend an interview with us by contacting  
 
Interview & Hiring Process :
Most of our recruitment processes are virtual, so you’ll get to know our hiring managers and teams over the phone and through video. If we need you to attend a physical in person interview your recruiter will inform you of this. 

We do not accept any unsolicited CV’s from recruitment agencies.? If you are a recruitment agency on our PSL our talent team will contact you directly should we require any assistance.? 

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Find out more about Life At TU UK: 
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https://company/transunion/life/  
 

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