Technical Architect

Description

Technical Architect

Apply before 11:55 pm on Monday, 22nd September 2025

Location: Manchester, M2 3AW

Salary: £67,987 - £80,556 + benefits

Our client leads the Government's work on the future governance of football.

The team is currently undertaking a range of activities in preparation for the establishment of the IFR, which was created when the Football Governance Act became law in July.

While this role is being advertised through our client, it will be based in the Independent Football Regulator (IFR) and will not start until the IFR has been fully established as an independent body i.e. no earlier than October.

You will be employed on the terms and conditions of the Independent Football Regulator.

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Define and lead the delivery of architectural strategy aligned to organisational and regulatory objectivesSet and embed architectural principles, standards and patterns to guide solution design across teamsProvide strategic technical leadership across programmes and portfolios, influencing senior stakeholdersDesign and assure complex, end-to-end solutions that are scalable, secure, and meet user needsLead architectural governance and ensure compliance with digital, data and technology and GDS standardsCollaborate with policy, product, delivery and data leaders to align technology with business outcomesExplore and promote the adoption of emerging technologies to drive innovation and service improvementCommunicate complex technical ideas clearly to technical and non-technical audiences, including senior leadership

Person specification

Essential Requirements

Ability to translate complex business and regulatory requirements into scalable, secure, and sustainable technical architectures that support digital, data and technology objectivesStrong proficiency in designing and documenting technical solutions, including data models, system architectures, and integration patterns — ideally using Microsoft Azure, Power Platform, and related technologiesProven experience leading and mentoring development teams, ensuring alignment with architectural principles and technical best practiceSkilled in identifying and resolving complex technical challenges, applying modern and emerging technologies to improve service delivery and resilienceAbility to explain technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including senior leadersDemonstrable experience influencing strategic technical decisions across programmes or portfolios in a public sector or regulated environment

Desirable Skills

Experience working with government digital and data standards (e.g. GDS Service Standard, Technology Code of Practice)Familiarity with security and data protection principles in the context of public sector architectureRelevant qualifications (e.g. TOGAF, Azure Solutions Architect, BCS Certified Architect, or equivalent experience)

Benefits

Please note that this role is due to start when the Independent Football Regulator is fully operational, not before October 2025, all pre employment checks must be carried out in advance of a start date being agreed upon.

The terms and conditions of employment include:

Pension 12% An employee contribution of 5%, with an employer contribution of 7%Flexible Benefit 8% Employees can choose to invest 8% of their base salary into their pension, or take as cash (post tax)Reward they will have a performance based reward programme31.5 days annual leaveFlexible and hybrid working, 40% in office attendanceOccupational sick pay9 months paid Maternity Leave + generous paternity and adoption leaveA bespoke L&D programme to help you achieve your personal CPD, including paid membership feesCycle-to-work scheme and much more!

How To Apply

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Ad ID: 5417109891