Enterprise Architect (Remote)

Enterprise Architect | Praemium | Australia

About Us

Praemium was established in 2001 to simplify and streamline the complex and time-consuming process of wealth management. Today, we offer the only fully integrated platform that allows every part of an investor’s wealth to be managed on a single platform. Praemium administers and reports on over $230 billion in FUA for some of Australia’s largest and most reputable institutions, private wealth firms, and advice practices. Offering a comprehensive and engaging investment and reporting experience for advisers to efficiently manage the wealth of Australians, Praemium is dedicated to delivering innovative technology and exceptional service to our clients.

The Role

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Enterprise Architect to join our Technology Group, which consists of experts in software development, infrastructure, business analysis and quality assurance. This pivotal role is responsible for creating, developing, and leading the architecture practice within our organization. You will focus on establishing and maturing the architectural framework, methodologies, and standards that will guide the design and implementation of IT solutions across the enterprise.

As an Enterprise Architect, you will be instrumental in aligning our technology strategy with our business objectives, ensuring our IT systems and infrastructure support our customer’s growth and success. You will also play a key role in designing, implementing, and maintaining our enterprise-wide technology architecture to ensure it is scalable, secure, and capable of meeting current and future goals.

Main Activities of This Position:

Strategy and Planning: Establish the overall architecture roadmap and strategy, anticipating complex challenges and opportunities. Develop and maintain architecture artifacts and blueprints that guide decision-making and prioritization. Set strategic direction for enterprise architecture and ensure technology strategies align with business needs.
Establish and Develop Architecture Practice: Develop and implement a comprehensive architecture practice strategy aligned with the organization’s objectives. Define frameworks, standards, and governance processes. Establish an architecture repository to document and communicate best practices.
Architecture Initiatives: Conduct reviews and assessments of existing systems, identify gaps, and propose solutions. Drive the adoption of emerging technologies and lead the design of enterprise-wide solutions aligned with business and IT strategies.
Collaboration, Influence & Leadership: Work with cross-functional teams to ensure architectural consistency and alignment. Communicate complex concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders.

Essential Qualifications, Experience, and Competencies:

Proven experience as an Enterprise Architect or similar role.
Expertise in designing and implementing scalable, secure technology architectures.
An ability to understand the customer journey and map the architectural components behind it.
Relevant certifications, such as TOGAF, CISSP, or similar, are desirable.
In-depth knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman).
Strong understanding of current and emerging technologies, including cloud computing, data analytics, and cybersecurity.
Strategic thinking with strong analytical skills to evaluate solutions and inform decisions.
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Finance / wealth management industry experience is a bonus.

What We Provide for You to Thrive In and Out of Work:

A supportive work environment with hybrid working conditions—work from home and onsite, with a flexible schedule.
Financial rewards for your contributions to our success, including an incentive plan.
Hundreds of exclusive discounts and deals on retail products and services through our benefits platform Flare
Leave benefits to support you and your family, including paid parental leave and additional purchased leave.
Additional benefits to assist with managing your money, including novated leasing and financial wellness courses.
A supportive and talented team that promotes diversity and inclusion.
Freshen up before and after work when in the CBD with end-of-trip facilities at 367 Collins Street.
Future development opportunities in your area of interest.

How to apply:

Please apply directly with your CV and cover letter.

Please highlight clearly in your CV and cover letter how the following correlate with the role requirements:

Your previous experience (related to the key accountabilities of this role)
Your skills qualifications and background

We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce at Praemium. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, colour, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law

We can only accept applications from candidates with the right to work in Australia.

All successful candidates will be required to undertake a police check post appointment.

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