Architect Governance Manager

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• Hybrid role based in our City Centre offices

What we offer
We have embraced a hybrid working model for most of our positions, allowing a balanced approach of working from home part of the week and from the office the rest of the week.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salaries and bonuses, robust Learning and Development support, excellent Defined Contribution pension, and extensive Wellbeing initiatives.

European Technology is at a pivotal stage, aiming to bring market-leading speed, agility, cost efficiency, and risk mitigation to enable strategy delivery across European businesses. A new strategy and enabling organization are being created, with overarching European Architecture governance as part of its responsibilities.

Reporting directly to the Head of Enterprise Architecture, the Architecture Governance Manager will enhance and support Enterprise Architecture practices across all European businesses.

• Embed European Architecture Governance into European Technology ways of working
• Support the logistics of new Architecture communities of practice and the rollout of new architecture tooling
• Introduce reporting and insights capabilities to support discussions on OKRs, technical debt, risk management, etc.
• Coordinate and manage the EA governance process end-to-end, working across European Lines of Business to ensure value and high-quality architecture outcomes

• This is a growth role; candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply, even with partial skills match.
• While some technical understanding is beneficial, strong technical or Architecture background is not required. Support and guidance will be provided, and this role is ideal for someone seeking a new challenge and the opportunity to shape a new function.
• Self-organizing and structured, with a passion for defining and implementing best practices
• Highly collaborative, motivated to build cross-team partnerships
• Organized and effective in coordinating large groups across functions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to work effectively within formal project management methodologies
• Experience with financial management, including budgeting and forecasting based on operational needs
• Experienced change agent, supporting organizations through strategic change and innovation cycles

Build Collaborative Partnerships

Lead The Organisation Forward

Execute for Results

Risk and Control

About us

Canada Life Group is the top-level European holding company for Great-West Lifeco's European insurance, reinsurance, and asset management companies, operating in the UK, Ireland, Germany, and the Isle of Man.

European Technology, part of Canada Life Group, encompasses the technology community across all European entities, supporting business strategy and collaboration. It includes multiple IT units, each with its own technology platforms.

European Technology is focused on delivering speed, agility, cost efficiency, and risk mitigation to enable strategic delivery across European businesses. A new strategy underscores our commitment to innovation and excellence.

The company reserves the right to draw up a shortlist during the selection process. Unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Canada Life Group Services is an Equal Opportunities employer, fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity and supports employee growth. We celebrate diverse perspectives and are committed to equality and inclusion for all employees.

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