Enterprise Architect

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

Job Description

Job purpose:

In support of Sage’s vision and the transition to a unified global IT operating model, this role plays a critical part in transforming how IT services are delivered to colleagues and customers worldwide—with a focus on simplicity, mobility, and efficiency.

As a senior member of the Architecture function, this role is responsible for delivering strategic, actionable enterprise architectures and roadmaps that align business and IT strategies across Sage. It serves as a key link between technology and business leadership, helping to shape and influence functional strategies and drive the evolution of Sage’s global IT estate.

Key responsibilities include defining and designing future-state architectures, building strong relationships with IT and business stakeholders, leading architecture governance forums, and collaborating with regional architecture teams to guide the transition from localized systems to a simplified, global technology landscape. The role also contributes to the development of strategic platform roadmaps that enhance customer and colleague experiences, reduce complexity, and accelerate time to market.

This position is a designated support role to the Director of Architecture and may be called upon to deputize or take on broader responsibilities beyond the immediate scope of the role, contributing to the overall leadership and direction of the Architecture function.

Key Responsibilities Key accountabilities and decision ownership: (8 or 10 max) Drive global enterprise architecture strategies that align with Sage’s long-term business and IT objectives. Build strong, collaborative relationships with regional and global stakeholders to lead architectural design and governance across major initiatives. Partner with business stakeholders from ideation onward, influencing technology direction and ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Lead the transition from fragmented local systems to unified, strategic global platforms that support consistency, scalability, and efficiency.

Champion emerging and disruptive technologies, identifying opportunities to deliver innovation and competitive advantage. Represent the Architecture function across forums and initiatives, and deputise for the Director of Architecture as needed. Collaborate with the Director of Architecture and business leaders to define, communicate, and drive global IT strategy and technology capability roadmaps.