• Drive the strategic direction of architecture across Consumer & Digital platforms
• Define, uphold and communicate Technology Strategy aligned to Group priorities
• Act as a trusted advisor and internal consultant to Technology and Business Platform Leads
• Translate business strategy into clear architectural roadmaps and feasible delivery plans
• Provide architectural oversight across cloud, APIs, integration, event-driven and traditional platforms
• Shape solutions that balance innovation, governance, security, resilience and regulatory compliance
• Influence senior stakeholders through clear storytelling, impactful communication and thought leadership
• Support organisational change by converting architectural models into actionable programmes of work
• Champion agile, digital-first principles and a culture of continuous improvement