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Lead Solution Architect

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Reading

Location: Birmingham; Bristol; Leeds; Liverpool; Manchester; Newcastle upon Tyne; Telford; Worthing; Stratford-upon-Avon; Reading; Edinburgh; ScotlandSalary: 71,725 - 87,612 per yearEmployment: FlexibleCategory: ITPosted: 2026-09-18Valid to: 2026-10-02Employer: HM Revenue and CustomsJob summaryDiscover a career in your hands at HMRC. Whether you're seeking purpose, growth, or a workplace that gives you a true sense of belonging, hear from some of our employees as they share their story about what it’s really like to work at HMRC. Visit our YouTube channel to watch the full series and come and discover your potential. We are looking for technical leaders who can engage colleagues at all levels to influence better business outcomes, who have the right skills, behaviours and mindset. You will: • Have a fascination in how tech is evolving and can use that to solve real world problems. • Influence our most senior stakeholders across HMRC to deliver transformational change, through creating IT solution architecture, articulating those designs to the business, and driving delivery with our teams. • Enjoy being a part of building out technology projects that deliver results, recognising technology supports the necessary business and culture change. • Support and influence transformational change through designing and delivering solutions. • Be able to work collaboratively as part of a larger team to drive change across the organisation. • Be Innovative – creating options and demonstrating how technology could lead to better business outcomes. • Own a technology or business domain. • Understand and present the design of the domain and articulate the changes and impact on the domain and the wider business. If you can see yourself within this job description these roles may be just what you are looking for. Job descriptionLead Solution Architects in HMRC take an agile approach to solving problems from problem-shaping through design to delivery, creating Proof of Concepts, prototypes and technical or functional spikes to bring ideas to life, and de-risk delivery. We are looking for someone who can show that they can grow into: • Understanding business strategies and operations and have a track record of developing close trusted relationships based on your delivery record. • Deliver Solutions at a fast pace to meet ministerial imperative deadlines. • Collaboratively solve business problems – working with colleagues to identify root causes and create pragmatic IT solutions. • Pick up new technologies quickly - you’re able to understand their strengths and weaknesses, where necessary testing their potential to solve the problem in hand. • Use your domain knowledge to accelerate delivery and ensure best practice. • Drive change at pace because it is important to you, but you also excel in recognising and managing risks. Person specificationYour responsibilities in this role will include. • Leading a team of architects and setting direction for the team. • Part of the Solution, Design and Architecture Senior Leadership team. • Challenging the status quo, and delivering value through improved, coherent, architecture. • Accountable for working with Enterprise Architecture and colleagues and creating solutions that align to HMRC’s IT Strategy and deliver business outcomes. • Work with Delivery Teams and partners to ensure the Solution Design is delivered and implemented. • Managing major programme Architecture in terms of both size and complexity, keeping programmes aligned with the business and technical strategies.This role will require travel and overnight stays. Essential Criteria:Work in an area that must develop solutions at pace for legislative changes working on multiple projects. Provide high level impacts for Invest to Raise Measures as well as Spending Review Portfolio level designs. You can bridge the gap to business strategy for non-technical senior stakeholders, handling diverse stakeholders across all levels within the organisation. Strong inter-personal skills with an ability to translate between business and technology. You are a collaborative problem solver – working with colleagues to identify root causes allowing you to create and deliver pragmatic IT solutions. You have designed customer facing and/or internal IT solution designs that link to and deliver tangible benefits. Facilitating the relationships with indirect stakeholders. You can pick up new technologies and architecture concepts and styles quickly, understand their strengths and weaknesses and apply that learning. You can work at pace, but you also excel in managing architectural risk. Desirable Criteria:Possess or working toward TOGAF, BCS or CITP qualifications. Capability AllowanceThe advertised role is part of the Government Digital and Data Profession and has access to a Capability-Based Allowance. Any allowance awarded will be based on an assessment, at interview, of your capability against the skills advertised for this role. Please see the attached candidate pack for more information. The allowance values are set by HMRC, subject to remaining in a qualifying role, and are non-pensionable. This allowance is non-contractual, subject to an annual review and could be withdrawn at any time. For both new entrants and existing civil servants, the total reward compensation offer is a combination of base salary and, if applicable, a capability-based allowance. New entrants to the Civil Service will start on the pay range minimum. For existing civil servants, our policies on level transfer and promotion will apply. For more information please visit the Government Digital and Data Profession Capability Framework (opens in a new window).Further Location InformationPlease ensure that you only apply for a location that you are willing and able to work from, as we will only make one offer of employment. Any additional notes included in a ‘Further Location Preferences (optional)’ field within the application form, will not be considered. Please be aware that you cannot change your location preference after submitting your application. Office closuresFor more information on where you might be working, review this information on our locations. If your location preference is for one of the following sites, it’s important to note that these are not long-term sites for HMRC and we will require you to move to a new building in the future, subject to our location strategy and the applicable employee policies at that time. These sites are: Benton Park View, Newcastle - moving to Pilgrims Quarter, Newcastle Telford Plaza, Telford - moving to Parkside Court, Telford You will be given more information about what this means at the job offer stage. Leeds Locations Moves Adjustment Payment will be available for this role, provided the successful applicant is a current HMRC colleague in Bradford and meets the eligibility requirements outlined in the HMRC’s Moves Adjustment Payment guidance.BenefitsAlongside your salary of 71,725, HM Revenue and Customs contributes 20,778 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window).HMRC operates both Flexible and Hybrid Working policies, allowing you to balance your work and personal commitments. We welcome applications from those who need to work a more flexible arrangement and will agree to requests where possible, considering our operational and customer service needs. We offer a generous leave allowance, starting at 25 days and increasing by a day for every year of qualifying service up to a maximum of 30 days. Pension - We make contributions to our colleagues’ Alpha pension equal to at least 28.97% of their salary. Family friendly policies. Personal support. Coaching and development. To find out more about HMRC benefits and find out what it’s really like to work for HMRChear from our insiders or visitThinking of joining the Civil ServiceThings you need to knowArtificial intelligenceArtificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance (opens in a new window) for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.Selection process detailsHow to ApplyAs part of the application process, you will be asked to provide the following: A name-blind CV including: - Education - Professional qualifications - Full employment history, giving details of key achievements for each role/job The successful applicant will need to demonstrate relevant experience and effective delivery of the listed essential criteria, as well as their qualifications. You need to include details of the work and projects that you have been involved in, your role, and the outcomes that you delivered. Please attach your CV as a separate additional document in either PDF or word format no bigger than 5MB Personal details that could be used to identify you including your name, contact details and address must be removed for your application to be considered. Please do not include any personal details in your document title. If your CV contains any personal details your application will be withdrawn. Please complete a separate statement (Max 250 words) for the Desirable Criteria where applicable. This is not essential for the role but may be considered by the vacancy-holder where candidates have the same scores at interview. Further details around what this will entail are listed on the application form. SiftAt sift your CV will be assessed, with the successful candidates being invited to interview. We may also raise the score required at any stage of the process if we receive a high number of applications. InterviewThe interview will be in 2 phases Phase 1: You will give a presentation where your experience and technical capability will be assessed. The topic of the presentation will be disclosed prior to interview. Phase 2: If successful at Phase 1 you will be invited back to the 2nd part of the interview where your experience will be assessed further, against the essential criteria. Please note that the role also attracts the GDAD Capability Allowance. Interviews will take place via video link. Sift and interview dates to be confirmed.Please note that circumstances may arise that require the planned interview format to change. We will endeavour to provide you with as much notice of any change as possible. EligibilityPlease take extra care to tick the correct boxes in the eligibility sections of your application form. Mistakes sometimes happen but if you contact us later than two working days (Monday-Friday) before the vacancy closes, we may not be able to reopen your application for you. If you do make a mistake with your eligibility form, or have withdrawn yourself in error and need your application reinstated whilst the campaign is still live, please contact us via: unitybusinessservicesrecruitmentresults@hmrc.gov.uk – Use the subject line to insert appropriate wording for example – ‘Please re-open my application – [insert vacancy ref] & vacancy closing date [insert date]’.To check that you are eligible to apply for this role, please review the eligibility information before submitting your application.Exceptionally, candidates who are not successful at this grade may be considered for appointment to similar roles at a lower grade where the eligibility criteria are met. If this applies, we will contact you directly. Sponsorship We have assessed this role against both Home Office and HMRC criteria and we are unable to offer sponsorship for a Skilled Worker Visa. This means the vacancy is not open to applicants who require visa sponsorship.The HMRC app can help you with your applicationThe HMRC app can provide you with your past 5 years' employment history, making the process of filling in your application quicker and easier. If successful in your application, you will need your National Insurance number for the onboarding process. Download the HMRC app now and save your National Insurance number to your digital phone wallet. How to download the HMRC app and sign up for an account Download the free HMRC app from the App Store or Google Play store. If you have an HMRC online account already, sign straight in using your ID and password. If not, you can prove your identity by answering some questions or providing your photo ID. You’ll then be able to access the app quickly and easily by signing in using a 6-digit PIN, your fingerprint, or facial recognition. You can find guidance for technical issues on GOV.UK: Technical support with HMRC online services.Reserve ListA reserve list may be held for up to 12 months from which further appointments may be made for the same or similar roles – if this applies to you, we’ll let you know via your Civil Service Jobs account. Merit List After interview, a single merit list will be created, and you will only be considered for posts in locations you have expressed a preference for. Appointments will be made in strict merit order in line with the set number of roles in each location.Criminal Record CheckApplications received from candidates with a criminal record are considered fairly in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice and the Recruitment of ex-offenders Policy. Hybrid working at HMRCHMRC is an office-based organisation, and colleagues are expected to spend 60% of their working time in the office. Our offices provide opportunity for interaction, collaboration which aids learning and development and a sense of community. Where the role allows it, and where the home environment is suitable, colleagues can work from home for up to 2 days a week, averaged over a calendar month (or a proportionate amount of time for colleagues who work less than full time). Reasonable AdjustmentsWe want to make sure no one is put at a disadvantage during our recruitment process. To assist you with this, we will reduce or remove any barriers where possible and provide additional support where appropriate. If you need a change to be made so that you can make your application, you should: Contact the UBS Recruitment Team via unitybusinessservicesrecruitmentresults@hmrc.gov.uk as soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs. Complete the “Assistance required” section in the “Additional requirements” page of your application form to tell us what changes or help you might need further on in the recruitment process. For instance, you may need wheelchair access at interview, or if you’re deaf, a Language Service Professional. Technical SupportIf you are experiencing problems that cannot be resolved by our ‘help’ section, then technical support is available. You will receive a reply in 2 working days. Important information for existing HMRC contractual homeworkers:This role may be suitable for existing HMRC employees who are contractual homeworkers. Occasional attendance to the office will be required where there is a business need. Please consider the advertised office locations for this role when applying and only select locations from the ‘location preferences’ section that you can travel to.Terms and ConditionsCurrent Civil Servants (all contract types) will need to ensure that they are still employed as a Civil Servant on or beyond the start date for the post. If their contract ends (for example due to the end of Fixed Term Appointment contract or resignation) at any point during the application process for the advertised role, they will no longer be eligible and may be withdrawn. Customer facing roles in HMRC require the ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English and/or Welsh where required. Where this is an essential requirement, this will be tested as part of the selection process. HMRC has a presence in every region of the UK. For more information on where you might be working, review this information on our locations. The Civil Service values honesty and integrity and expects all candidates to abide by these principles. The evidence you provide in your application must relate to your own experiences. Any instances of plagiarism or other forms of cheating will be investigated and, if proven, the relevant application(s) will be withdrawn from the process. Recording of interviews is prohibited unless explicit agreement is sought in line with the UK General Data Protection Regulations. Questions relating to an individual application must be emailed as detailed later in this advert. Applicants who are successful at interview will be, as part of pre-employment screening, subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued. Any applicant’s details held on the IFD will be refused employment. A candidate is not eligible to apply for a role within the Civil Service if the application is made within a 5 year period following a dismissal for carrying out internal fraud against government. Please note that, if you are applying for roles on a part-time basis, the salary agreed will be pro-rata, reflective of the working hours agreed within your contract. If you experience accessibility problems with any attachments on this advert, please contact the email address in the 'Contact point for applicants' section. For more Information for people applying for, or thinking of applying for, roles at HM Revenue and Customs, please see link: Working for HMRC: information for applicants - GOV.UK. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.SecuritySuccessful candidates must undergo a standard (or equivalent) criminal record check.People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.Nationality requirementsThis job is broadly open to the following groups:UK nationalsnationals of the Republic of Irelandnationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UKnationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil ServiceFurther information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)Working for the Civil ServiceThe Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window).The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.Diversity and InclusionThe Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see theCivil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window).Apply and further informationThis vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window) initiative.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.Contact point for applicantsJob contact : Name : Varsha GulabivalaEmail : varsha.gulabivala@hmrc.gov.ukRecruitment teamEmail : unitybusinessservicesrecruitmentresults@hmrc.gov.ukFurther informationAppointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. You have the right to complain if you feel there has been a breach of the Recruitment Principles. In the first instance, you should raise the matter directly via ubsrecruitmentcomplaints@hmrc.gov.uk. Please note that we do not accept complaints or appeals regarding scoring of outcomes of campaigns, unless candidates can provide clear evidence that the campaign did not follow the Recruitment Principles.Attachments260212 - Candidate Pack SA Recruitment v2 Opens in new window (docx, 49kB)

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