Define and execute enterprise architecture strategy for major client transformation programmes

Enterprise Architecture Senior Manager Opportunity

Accenture is a global leader in professional services, inviting experienced Enterprise Architecture Senior Managers to lead on navigating complex business challenges at the intersection of technology and business. Join high-performance teams and define strategies addressing priority C-suite issues with precision and speed.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

  • Owning the architecture strategy on major client programmes, from opportunity assessment through to target state and transition roadmap.
  • Leading teams of architects and consultants, setting the technical direction and holding quality across the work.
  • Working directly with CIOs, CTOs and their leadership teams to turn technical complexity into decisions they can commit to.
  • Developing the business cases and investment narratives that unlock funding for multi-year transformation.
  • Growing Accenture's architecture capability through client relationships, proposals, and coaching the people around you.
  • Driving the development of thought leadership around architecture at the intersection of business and technology.

Experience we're looking for:

  • Tier 1 consulting experience: Demonstrated deep experience in a tier 1 consulting firm, leading on architecture advice and solutions to top-tier clients.
  • Enterprise architecture: Experience in leading engagements with clients to establish a vision, roadmap, and governance, with extensive experience and familiarity with frameworks (e.g. TOGAF).
  • Technology strategy breadth: Experience across application portfolio strategy, data architecture and advanced analytics, and identifying new value streams enabled by emerging technology.
  • Executive presentations: Preparing clear executive-level materials, recommendations and business cases for senior client stakeholders.
  • Management and coaching: Coaching junior team members, review deliverables, and contribute to a high-performing project team.
  • Sales and business development: Drive business development, sales opportunities, practice capability building and thought leadership.

Set yourself apart: Preferred qualifications:

  • Deep experience in digital enterprise architecture
  • Experienced people leader within multi-layered consulting teams.
  • Expert knowledge of trends and technology concepts with deep interest in the latest innovation (e.g. Digital Customer, Connected Platform, Digital Enterprise, Data-driven business models).
  • Expert understanding of industry operations, dynamics, and trends through experience in one or more industries (preferably Financial Services and Products).
  • Exceptional problem-solving ability, leadership attributes, and a history of successful client delivery.
  • C-suite presence, stakeholder management, and a proven track record in building and maintaining a strong industry network.

Location: Auckland

Salary Range: NZD 204,100 – 255,200

Standard working hours: 37.5 hours/week

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