Head of Planning and Architecture – Hybrid (Birmingham) - £75k - Legal Architecture | Strategies | Roadmaps | Stakeholder Relationships | Microsoft | Azure Salary: £75,000 Location: Birmingham (Hybrid) Are you an experienced Architecture professional looking for the next challenge in your career? Do you have demonstrable experience of creating and delivering 3 year roadmaps? Have you previously identified priorities to enable fast paced change? Interested in working for an innovative and award-winning company who support the development of your career? If so, I have a fantastic opportunity for you I’m looking to speak with individuals who can influence stakeholders at all levels of an organisation. You will have the opportunity to drive technology innovation and provide insights on the technology landscape. You should be able to demonstrate how you would drive continuous improvement, increasing both efficiency and quality. Key Responsibilities Lead the Planning and Architecture team, driving continuous improvement, enhancing both efficiency and quality Work in conjunction with senior stakeholders to execute your vision and strategy Develop and maintain short and long term IT strategies Oversee enterprise architecture and standards Balance short term priorities with long term objectives to ensure they are within budget and technologically feasible Drive technology innovation through market analysis and insights Understand the business requirements and demonstrate how technology can help them be achieved Provide leadership and guidance to your 2 direct reports The Ideal Candidate Excellent communication skills Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of an organisation Adaptable leadership style to meet the different needs of the business Ability to develop and mentor staff Desired experience with: Process improvements Strategic planning Architectural blueprints Microsoft Azure If you would like to be considered for this role, apply below or get in contact with Andrew Rose for further details. Xpertise are acting as an employment agency and business