Lead Architect

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced Lead Architect to define and drive our technology vision, ensuring our systems, data and platforms support our ambitious strategy for years to come.

• Lead the Trust’s technology architecture strategy, driving scalable, secure and future‑ready solutions.
• Shape multi‑year technology roadmaps across Microsoft Dynamics 365, Power Platform, data, integration and emerging technologies including AI.
• Influence senior leaders and provide architectural governance to ensure technology investments align with organisational priorities.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team of Service Owners and Senior Business Analysts, fostering collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement.

We’re looking for an inspiring architecture leader with experience designing complex enterprise solutions, influencing senior stakeholders and translating strategic goals into practical technology outcomes. Experience in enterprise architecture, cloud services, data strategy and emerging technologies is essential.

• 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays.
• Flexible working – focus on office days versus remote where operationally possible.
• Opportunity to volunteer for and attend events such as The King’s Trust Awards, Pride, active events etc.
• In‑house learning platform to develop your skills.
• Benefits platform covering health, financial well‑being support and discounts on restaurants, shops, cinemas.
• Personal development opportunities through networks: KT CAN, KT GEN, KT DAWN, PULSE.
• Family leave – 13 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for maternity and adoption; 8 weeks full pay for paternity leave.
• Interest‑free season ticket loans.
• 5% salary contribution to the Trust Pension Scheme.
• Generous life assurance cover (4× annual salary).

The King’s Trust is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We aim to represent the communities we serve, supporting diversity in age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, race, religion and sex. We welcome applicants from under‑represented backgrounds, including Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities. We are a Stonewall Top 100 Employer and Disability Confident.

Location:

Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds, Manchester, or London (flexible working with a minimum of 2 days in the office).

Interviews: 11th, 12th or 13th August 2026.

Closing Date: 23:59 on Sunday 2nd August 2026.