Strategic Enterprise Architect

Job SummaryContract Type:TemporaryWorking Pattern:Full timeAdvert Start Date:11/09/2026Advert End Date:27/09/2026 23:59Salary:DCC Band 3 64,136 - 66,541Allowances:n/aHours per week:37Job Category:Executive / ManagerialVacancy ID:301854Employment Location:Meadowfield Depot, DurhamPost Number:RES/26/188Number of posts:1Closing date: 27 SepFurther InformationHelp shape the technology foundations for Durham County Council’s digital future. WHAT IS INVOLVED? We are looking for a forward-thinking Strategic Enterprise Architect to lead and guide the development of our technology strategy. This is an exciting opportunity to influence how digital services are designed, delivered and improved across one of the largest councils in the country.  Working with senior leaders and teams across the Council, you will help define future operating models, support major transformation programmes and establish architecture standards that enable modern, resilient and efficient services for residents, staff and communities. We’re looking for a collaborative leader with significant experience in enterprise architecture, digital transformation and technology strategy within a complex organisation. You will bring strong stakeholder management skills, sound judgement and a passion for using technology to support service improvement. Bring your expertise, ideas and enthusiasm to a role where you can help build the foundations for a modern, connected and future-ready council. This vacancy is temporary until 30th September 2029. We encourage you to contact Marion Ingleby via email at Marion.Ingleby@durham.gov.uk to arrange an informal discussion about the role.     WHAT WILL I NEED? You should be educated to degree level or equivalent in Computer Information Systems / Computer Science, Information Systems, or other related field, or have a further relevant technical vocational or management qualifications. Please refer to the attached Person Specification for the full criteria.  INTERVIEWS Interviews will be held week commencing 12th October 2026.   We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.   OUR OFFER TO YOU We offer a competitive rewards package that includes attractive salaries, a generous annual leave entitlement of 32 days, membership of the excellent contributory career average Local Government Pension Scheme, and a range of flexible working arrangements including hybrid working (home and office) where applicable. Explore the full range of rewards and benefits on our website. Rewards and benefits are subject to individual terms and conditions. EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION We are a proud equal opportunities employer and believe a diverse workforce brings fresh ideas and drives service improvement. We welcome applications from everyone and make employment decisions based on skills and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we actively encourage applications from disabled and neurodivergent people and offer support throughout the recruitment process. HOW TO APPLY  Please note, we do not accept CVs. All applications must be submitted online via the Northeast Jobs portal. Use the ‘Person Specification’ section of the form to clearly demonstrate how you meet the essential (and where possible, desirable) criteria. Applications that do not evidence the essential requirements will not be shortlisted. Please visit our website to understand our position on using AI to support your application and for guidance on completing your application.   If you require assistance when applying for this role, please contact our Recruitment Helpdesk on 03000 26 27 27, or via email Recruitmentresources@durham.gov.uk   All correspondence relating to your application will be sent from donotreply@northeastjobs.org.uk. Kindly check your spam/junk folder regularly to ensure you don’t miss any updates.   CONNECT WITH US Follow us on Instagram Like us on Facebook Visit our website   Important Information for Members of the Local Government Pension Scheme   HM Revenue and Customs impose controls on the amount of pension savings you can make without having to pay extra tax. These controls are known as the Annual Allowance and Lump Sum Allowance.  The Annual Allowance is the amount by which the value of your pension benefits may increase in any one year without you having to pay a tax charge.  You are most likely to be affected by the Annual Allowance if you receive a significant pay increase, and/or you are a high earner.  Two lump sum limits were also introduced in April 2024. If the value of all lump sums taken from UK pensions is higher than these limits, you will have to pay tax on any excess at your marginal rate.    More information can be found at   If you are successful in your application for this post and wish to find out more about these controls, please contact the Pension Section at pensions@durham.gov.uk.