Solution Architect

Solution Architect – Defined Benefit Pensions | Hybrid | Inside IR35 Sector: Pensions/ Insurance Location: Hybrid Contract Length: 6 Months Initial Contract Rate: Up to £850 per day Inside IR35 We are seeking an experienced Solution Architect to support a major pensions transformation programme within a fast-paced insurance environment. This is a senior architecture role requiring deep expertise in Defined Benefit (DB) pensions administration and proven experience delivering complex end-to-end solutions across pensions and insurance platforms. You will be responsible for shaping solution architecture across large business portfolios, engaging senior stakeholders, and guiding delivery teams through enterprise-scale transformation initiatives. The role requires a strong consultative mindset, excellent communication skills, and the ability to design scalable, compliant, and business-aligned solutions. Essential Experience PLEASE NOTE: Strong pensions experience and deep Defined Benefit (DB) pensions administration knowledge are mandatory requirements for this role. Applications without this experience cannot be considered. Required Skills & Experience: 5+ years’ experience within Insurance and/or Pensions environments Deep expertise in Defined Benefit (DB) pensions administration (essential) Strong experience delivering pensions-related transformation programmes Experience with Policy Administration Systems CRM platform experience, ideally Microsoft Dynamics Strong understanding of cloud technologies including SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS Experience designing integration solutions and microservices architecture Knowledge of enterprise software and process automation Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Experience working within consulting or systems integration environments Ability to produce high-quality architecture documentation, models, and solution designs Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Experience working across distributed and cross-functional teamsDesirable Pension Risk Transfer (PRT) experienceWhat You’ll Be Doing Designing end-to-end architecture solutions for pensions transformation programmes Aligning business and technology strategies across enterprise platforms Working closely with senior business and technical stakeholders Supporting delivery teams throughout the solution lifecycle Ensuring solutions are scalable, compliant, and operationally effective Driving best practice architecture standards across the programmeIf you have a strong background in Defined Benefit pensions architecture and are looking to join a high-profile transformation programme, please apply for immediate consideration