Belfast
Overview As a senior Deal Architect, you will shape and govern multi‑million tech and managed services deals, acting as the linchpin between customers and internal teams. You’ll lead end‑to‑end solutioning across cloud, data, and digital platforms, ensuring solutions are win‑ready, cost‑optimized, and aligned with business outcomes. You’ll own strategic pursuits, drive value propositions, and mentor others while navigating governance and commercial considerations. This role sits at the intersection of technology, delivery, and finance, shaping high‑impact proposals for global clients. Pay / BenefitsQuarterly performance‑related profit shareCareer progression and leadership developmentFlexible/remote workingPensionPrivate healthcareLife assurance ResponsibilitiesLead architecture of complex, multi‑tower solutions across cloud, data, digital engineering, service management, platforms, and application modernizationTranslate business requirements into integrated technical, service, and commercial solution frameworksGovern solution integrity across technology, delivery, transition, pricing, and contractual streamsOwn end‑to‑end solution development for major RFPs, RFIs, and sole‑source pursuitsGate opportunities by evaluating strategic fit, feasibility, delivery risk, and commercial viabilityDrive and document win themes, value propositions, differentiators, and commercial leversCoordinate with Solution Architects, Technical Directors, Domain Advisors, Finance, Legal, Delivery, and Commercial teamsEnsure pursuit artefacts (SOWs, pricing sheets, TOM, SLAs/XLAs, transition plans) align to a cohesive solutionFacilitate solution workshops, customer discovery sessions, and deep‑dive technical/operational interviewsShape pricing models (T&M, fixed price, outcome‑based, or managed service) avoiding cost overrunsEnsure commercial solutions reflect risk‑adjusted costing, transition/run budgets, and margin expectationsChallenge cost inputs, optimise delivery models (onshore/nearshore/offshore) for competitivenessLead internal solution reviews, Red Team/Black Hat sessions, and CXO sign‑offsAlign with enterprise frameworks, risk controls, security standards, and architectural governanceValidate compliance with customer mandates and regulatory expectationsAct as senior customer‑facing solution leader in orals, workshops, and negotiationsBuild executive‑level trust through clear rationale, trade‑offs, delivery models, and roadmapsMentor junior architects and presales contributorsEvolve solution patterns, playbooks, reusable assets, cost models, and value acceleratorsContribute to thought leadership and industry‑aligned frameworks Key requirementsEnd‑to‑end architecture expertise across Cloud (AWS/Azure), Data Platforms, Integration, Modern Applications, DevOps, and Enterprise IT landscapesExperience designing large‑scale multi‑tower solutions including cloud migrations, digital transformation programmes, multi‑region delivery, service management, and automationStrong pricing model experience for multi‑year deals; understanding of cost structures, GP/NP levers and risk buffersExperience with managed service contracts featuring SLAs, XLAs, KPIs, and outcome‑based modelsProven track record on competitive RFPs, framework renewals, and large strategic dealsAbility to engage with CxO stakeholders, procurement teams, and governance boardsAbility to orchestrate large virtual teams across sales, delivery, architecture, finance, and legalExcellent communication, storytelling, and executive‑level presentation abilitiesStrong stakeholder management and negotiation capabilitiesBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related fieldCertifications: TOGAF, AWS/Azure Architect, ITIL, PMP/Prince2 (optional)Experience in consulting, system integration, or managed services environmentsExperience engaging with global delivery modelsExecutive presenceStructured problem‑solvingCollaborative leadershipMulti‑cloud architectures (Azure/AWS)Data, integration, and automation frameworksModern engineering practices (CI/CD, DevOps, SRE)