Lead Enterprise Architect

4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. The Lead Enterprise Architect is responsible for designing and implementing the enterprise architecture strategy, roadmap, and architecture solutions that align with IT principles, strategy, and business goals. This role involves developing enterprise architecture frameworks, standards, and governance processes that enable digital transformation initiatives to be scalable, resilient, reliable, free of technology debt, and compliant with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate possesses strong enterprise and solution architecture experience and can collaborate effectively with country‑specific solution architects as well as regional architects to achieve consensus in driving architecture and technology initiatives. Position Responsibilities Develop and maintain the architecture target state and roadmap, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements. Interpret and apply enterprise architecture standards, frameworks, and policies to inform a broad range of business improvement activities, including design, development, and maintenance of IT systems and technologies. Lead and mentor a team of architects and IT professionals, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment. Collaborate with business leaders and IT leaders to communicate critical information about the organization’s architecture and technology landscape. Collaborate with engineering teams, delivery, business partners, and data governance teams to provide leading architecture solutions. Collaborate with project leaders and IT leaders to ensure progress toward architectural alignment with project goals and requirements. Ensure all architectural solutions are reliable, resilient, and comply with local insurance regulations and standards. Champion and research emerging technologies such as AI and blockchain, along with industry and market trends, to assist in product development and operational support activities that improve operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Identify and mitigate risks associated with IT systems and architecture. Required Qualifications Minimum 10 years of experience in architecture roles, with at least 3 years in an enterprise architect position. Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field. Extensive experience in enterprise architecture, preferably within the insurance industry. Ability to lead and inspire teams, manage conflicts, and drive consensus. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with stakeholders at all levels. Commitment to improving customer experience through innovative IT solutions. Expertise in large or complex system integration projects. Expertise in crafting architecture plans that support business outcomes. Commercial awareness to understand market context and pressures, business requirements, competitive positioning, and market context. Experience in application design and management. Experience with data architecture, data governance, security, and analytics. Understanding of application, data, infrastructure, and cybersecurity principles and practices. Relevant certifications such as TOGAF, Zachman, ITIL, Azure, or AWS Certified Solutions Architect are an asset. When You Join Our Team We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want. We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well‑being and inclusion are more than just words. As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see. About Manulife and John Hancock Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy‑related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Working Arrangement Hybrid Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Other Industries Insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr