Contract - Technical Architect - Investment Manager

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Job description

Job Title: Technical Architect - Investment Management

Location: London

Target Start Date: ASAP

Contract duration : End of May (with significant scope for extension)

Day Rate: Competitive (Inside IR35)

Deloitte

Working with the Deloitte Associate (Contractor) Programme means we can offer you the opportunity to work on a variety of industry and client related projects. Our aim is to retain the best talent and so when your project end date nears our team of Talent Community Advisors will be working with you to look at alternative projects within the firm that suit your experience should you wish to continue with Deloitte.

Role Purpose

This role is for an Investment Management Technical Architect. The primary purpose is to support in defining the target application architecture and strategy for a client's investments platform. This includes aiding in the assessment of Portfolio Management Systems and their suppliers, alongside a critical review of enterprise platforms such as Affinity, Dynamics, and Power BI. The successful candidate will work closely with the Enterprise Architect to define the detailed architecture for the Investments division.

Key Responsibilities and Experience:

• Defining detailed technical architecture for investment platforms and systems.
• Evaluating and recommending Portfolio Management Systems and associated vendors.
• Conducting critical reviews and providing recommendations for enterprise platforms (e.g., Affinity, Dynamics, Power BI).
• Working collaboratively with the Enterprise Architect to align technical solutions with overall enterprise strategy.
• Demonstrable project scope exposure or experience in a Technical or Solution Architect capacity.
• Industry experience predominantly within Investment Management, and Private Equity experience a bonus.
• Strong knowledge of Investment Management architecture, including Portfolio Management Systems, Risk, Distribution, IBOR, ABOR, Client and Regulatory Reporting.
• Knowledge of Blackrock eFront or Aladdin is a significant advantage.
• A requirement for client office attendance in London 3 days per week.

Soft Skills

The role requires strong communication and collaboration skills to effectively work with the Enterprise Architect, various stakeholders, and suppliers. The ability to critically assess complex systems and articulate technical solutions clearly is essential.

IR35

As a means of managing tax, commercial and reputational risks, Deloitte prohibits the use of Associates through Personal Service Companies ('PSCs'). All Associates must contract under PAYE arrangements through a Deloitte approved 'Employment Company' (aka 'umbrella company.')