Solution Architect

Do you have experience in TOGAF?, * 5 GCSEs or equivalent (including Maths and English, minimum Grade C)

• Educated to degree level standard or able to demonstrate working to degree level
• Experience in architectural consulting.
• TOGAF, BCS or equivalent certification in enterprise and/or solution architecture
• Extensive and broad-based IT and business experience, delivering diverse corporate and operational IT services in a medium/large organisation
• Strong understanding of information processing principles and practices
• Demonstrable experience designing technical solutions in response to business requirements
• Familiarity with Information Security and data protection legislation
• Use of an Enterprise Architecture Repository Tool
• Gathering and analysing business requirements

We currently have an opportunity for a Solution Architect to join our team based in Exeter. Joining us on a full-time permanent basis, you will receive a competitive salary of up to £62,500 per annum plus excellent benefits. You will be responsible for supporting the delivery of corporate and operational technology projects and initiatives by engaging with business functions and delivery teams to produce high level solution designs, including establishing and maintaining awareness of requirements and their relationships to business capabilities and outcomes. You will also ensure the interoperability and integrity of data and applications under development by in-house software development teams and commercial off-the-shelf software deployed in the organisation., * We know that the support and commitment of our staff is key to our success so you will receive the opportunity for ongoing development and training for a long-term career with us. We're one of the largest companies in the South West and are proud to have been awarded Investors in People recognition. In return, we offer an excellent range of benefits including:

• Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays
• A discretionary Bonus
• Competitive Contributory Pension
• Share-save Scheme
• Various health benefits
• Wellbeing support programmes
• A range of Group Discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Financial support services
• And plenty more!

Closing Date: Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process. Be yourself, we like it that way. Together, we will build a culture of belonging, where inclusion is instinctive. Diversity is our strength and a reflection of our communities. We care, we value everyone, we celebrate uniqueness. Our core values which are essential to our success are: Be Rock Solid - Build trust and be trusted. Be the one we all look to and can depend on. Be You - We want you to bring your best everyday. Be yourself and make your mark in your individual way. Be the Future - Embrace change. Drive Progress. Own the challenge. Division South West Water Department Business, Corporate and Support Functions Locations Exeter (Peninsula House) Yearly salary £53,165 - £71,930

South West Water keeps the South West flowing with safe, reliable drinking water and wastewater services across some of the UK's most stunning landscapes. We're proud to be part of Pennon Group, a leader in the UK water sector, working towards a greener future. Our goal? Net zero by 2030, supported by partnerships with Wildlife Trusts and National Parks. Whether you're starting out or seeking a new challenge, our scale and ambition create opportunities for you to shape your own career., We look after the water and wastewater services for 1.8 million customers across Cornwall, Devon, the Isles of Scilly and parts of Dorset and Somerset. From treatment and maintenance, to innovation and improvements, we're busy every day finding and fixing leaks, unblocking sewers and going bigger and further in our environmental work to be a company you can be proud of.   You must create an Indeed account before continuing to the company website to apply