Join a leading global asset manager and play a strategic role in shaping the evolution of its technology landscape.
The organization is continuously transforming its business and technology environment, with Enterprise Architecture playing a key role in aligning technology capabilities with long-term business objectives. Within this context, the Enterprise & Domain Architect will be responsible for defining the architecture strategy, target architecture and transition roadmap for the Core Business & Operations area.
The role operates at the intersection of business and technology, working closely with senior stakeholders, business leaders, IT teams and other architecture functions. The focus is not only on individual solutions, but on establishing a coherent architectural direction for the domain, assessing the impact of new technologies and ensuring that its evolution remains aligned with enterprise standards, security, governance and regulatory requirements.
This is a Vice President-level position , suited to an experienced Enterprise or Domain Architect with a strong background in Finance, Risk and/or Banking , and a proven track record in technology strategy, architecture transformation and stakeholder management.
About the role
As Enterprise & Domain Architect, you will take ownership of the architectural direction for the Core Business & Operations domain. You will translate business strategy and priorities into a clear technology vision, define the target state and establish the roadmap required to move from the current landscape towards that target.
You will work across business and technology functions,
providing architectural guidance on major initiatives and ensuring that individual technology decisions contribute to a consistent and sustainable architecture for the wider organization.
Your responsibilities
Develop and maintain the architecture strategy, target architecture and transition roadmap for the Core Business & Operations domain
Develop and maintain the enterprise architecture roadmap, ensuring alignment with the organization's strategic objectives
Translate business requirements and strategic priorities into architectural direction and technology strategies
Work closely with business leaders, IT teams and senior stakeholders to understand business needs and shape appropriate technology solutions
Define and promote architectural standards, principles and guidelines to ensure consistency across the organization
Assess the impact of new technologies and oversee their integration into the existing technology landscape
Contribute to digital transformation and technology modernization initiatives , including cloud adoption and emerging technologies
Identify architectural risks, dependencies and gaps within the domain and define appropriate mitigation strategies
Ensure that architectural decisions consider security, governance, compliance, scalability and long-term sustainability
Collaborate with other Enterprise, Domain and Solution Architects to ensure alignment between domain-level and enterprise-level architecture
Provide architectural leadership and guidance across strategic initiatives and transformation programmes
What we're looking for
Proven experience in Enterprise Architecture and/or Domain Architecture within complex technology environments
Strong experience developing IT strategies, target architectures, architecture roadmaps and transition plans
Experience architecting solutions and defining technology strategies within Finance and/or Risk domains
Must have previous experience in the Finance or Banking industry
Experience in Asset Management is highly desirable
Strong understanding of IT governance, architecture standards and compliance
Experience with digital transformation and cloud technologies
Knowledge of AI tools and emerging technologies , with the ability to assess their potential impact and application within an enterprise environment
Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to communicate complex architectural concepts to both business and technology audiences
TOGAF certification or strong practical experience with the framework
Strong strategic and analytical thinking, with the ability to connect business objectives with technology strategy
Experience working across multiple teams and functions in large, complex organizations
What we offer
Vice President corporate title
Salary to be discussed based on expectations
Hybrid working model in Madrid
International environment within a leading global asset management organization
Training and professional development opportunities
Coaching and support from experienced professionals
Flexible benefits that can be tailored to your needs
Opportunity to contribute to strategic technology transformation within a general financial organization
Interested?
📌 Enterprise & Domain Architect (VP) | Madrid | Hybrid
🏢 Q-Tech
📍 Madrid