Senior IM Enterprise Architect Infrastructure at Robert Walters

Purpose

• The Senior IM Enterprise Architect – Infrastructure is responsible for defining and governing the enterprise technology infrastructure architecture.
• The role ensures that strategies align with business objectives, operational needs, and industry best practices.
• Key focus areas include enterprise-wide infrastructure strategy, cloud environments, networking, automation, and service management.
• The goal is to achieve outcomes related to cost optimization, risk mitigation, revenue growth, and sustainability.

Work of the Role

Safety

• Promote and apply Health & Safety principles in all professional activities.
• Take personal responsibility to ensure zero harm.

Performance & Delivery

• Infrastructure Strategy & Roadmap: Define and maintain infrastructure frameworks and cloud strategies aligned with business needs and regulatory requirements.
• EA Value Proposition: Establish the Enterprise Architecture function as an internal consultancy to support business strategy execution.
• Minimum Viable Architectures: Apply reference architectures, standards, principles, and guardrails via EA governance.
• Technology Evaluation & Standardization: Recommend infrastructure solutions that promote efficiency, innovation, and security.
• Cloud & On-Premise: Drive cloud migration, SaaS adoption, and hybrid strategies.
• Cost Optimization: Identify opportunities to reduce infrastructure spend.
• Security & Compliance: Ensure adherence to data security, privacy, and industry compliance standards.
• Collaboration: Engage closely with IM, IT Security, and Business stakeholders.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Change: Support change management and adoption of new technologies.
• Technical Guidance: Support consistency in infrastructure delivery using enterprise standards.
• Innovation: Stay updated on emerging technologies and recommend where relevant.

People & Teams

• Promote a high-performing, inclusive culture aligned with the client’s values.
• Foster continuous improvement and team engagement.

Compliance

• Ensure adherence to internal policies and external legislative/regulatory requirements.
• Role Relationships

Direct Reports:

• None

Key Internal Relationships:

• Head of IM
• Enterprise & Business Applications Teams
• Business Unit Leaders (e.g., Finance, Operations, HR, Supply Chain)
• IT Infrastructure & Security Teams
• Data, Governance, and Analytics Teams
• Governance & Compliance Teams
• Digital Transformation Teams

Key External Relationships:

• Enterprise & Business Application Vendors
• Cloud and Data Platform Providers
• Industry Regulators
• Systems Integrators and Consulting Partners

Capability Requirements

• Mental Processing Ability
• Level of Work II – Diagnosis:
• Capable of using data and case analysis to monitor and improve operational processes and recommend systems/process enhancements.

Knowledge

• Area    
• Prescribed    
• Desirable

Qualifications    

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Systems Analysis, or equivalent experience    Master’s degree in same or related fields

Certifications    

• EA Framework certifications;
• Valid EB/Code 08 driver’s licence    
• Cloud Architecture, ITSM, IT Governance & Security certifications

Experience

• 5–7 years of experience in:
• Infrastructure and/or Cloud Architecture
• Leading cloud migration initiatives across business units
• Modernizing and automating infrastructure in large-scale enterprises
• Managing vendors, contracts, and system integrators
• Operating within regulatory compliance frameworks
• (Preferred) Experience in mining or similar operational industries

Technical Knowledge & Skills

• Deep expertise in cybersecurity, data privacy, and governance
• Proficient in cloud platforms, virtualization, and hybrid systems
• Experience in API management and enterprise system integration
• Familiarity with data lakes, warehouses, and real-time analytics
• Working knowledge of DevOps, CI/CD, and microservices
• Advanced skill in data governance and digital transformation
• Developing skills in AI and machine learning applications

Social Process Skills

• High self-awareness and ability to influence positive team dynamics
• Demonstrates determination, persistence, and consistent delivery of outcomes

Other Requirements

• Valid medical certificate of fitness
• Willingness to travel when required