Head of Enterprise Architecture

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Our not-so-secret sauce
Award-winning, inclusive, Top Workplace culture doesn’t happen overnight. It’s a result of hard work by extraordinary people. The industry’s brightest talent drives our efforts to deliver purposeful work and meaningful impact every day. Learn more about what makes us different and how you can thrive as the Head of Enterprise Architecture at MMA (Marsh McLennan Agency).

Marsh McLennan Agency (MMA) provides business insurance, employee health & benefits, retirement, and private client insurance solutions to organizations and individuals seeking limitless possibilities. With offices across North America, we combine the personalized service model of a local consultant with the global resources of the world’s leading professional services firm, Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC).

A day in the life
As the Head of Enterprise Architecture, you will be responsible for overseeing the enterprise architecture function, which includes governance, solution design, application rationalization, standards, and emerging technologies. In this role, you will ensure that architectural initiatives are aligned with strategic objectives and effectively implemented. Your leadership will be crucial in managing cross-functional teams and driving collaboration across departments.

You will develop and implement architectural strategies that enhance governance practices and improve operational efficiency. Collaborating closely with stakeholders, you will define architectural objectives, scope, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with business needs and priorities.

In addition to monitoring architectural performance and managing resources, you will oversee governance operations, ensuring that all EA initiatives are executed smoothly and efficiently. You will also play a key role in change management, ensuring that transitions are seamless and that stakeholders are engaged throughout the process.

Mentoring and empowering your team will be essential, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. Staying updated on industry trends and best practices, you will evaluate new tools and methodologies to enhance our architectural capabilities.

Our future colleague
We’d love to meet you if your professional track record includes these skills:

• Architecture Leadership: Proven experience leading enterprise architecture initiatives, with a focus on successfully implementing architectural frameworks and governance structures that support large-scale programs and integrations.

• Architectural Methodologies: Strong knowledge of architectural methodologies and best practices (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman Framework) to ensure effective solution design and implementation.

• Multi-Project Oversight: Ability to manage multiple architectural initiatives simultaneously while ensuring quality and adherence to timelines, effectively prioritizing tasks and resources.

• Stakeholder Collaboration: Experience in collaborating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, effectively communicating complex architectural concepts and requirements to drive alignment and support.

• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a track record of driving organizational change and improvement through effective architectural governance and delivery.

• Leadership and Communication: Excellent leadership, communication, mentorship, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and motivate teams to achieve architectural goals.

• Financial Management: Proven ability to manage budgets related to architectural initiatives, ensuring financial resources are allocated effectively to support project objectives and strategic goals.

• Change Management Expertise: Experience in leading change management initiatives within the architectural domain, ensuring stakeholder engagement and smooth transitions during implementation.

• Operational Efficiency Focus: A commitment to enhancing operational efficiency through the implementation of best practices and continuous improvement methodologies in architecture.

These additional qualifications are a plus, but not required to apply:

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.

• Experience: 15+ years of experience in enterprise architecture or related fields, with a focus on leadership roles.

• Relevant Certifications: Certifications in architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman) and project management (e.g., PMP, Agile certifications) are advantageous.

We know there are excellent candidates who might not check all of these boxes. Don’t be shy. If you’re close, we’d be very interested in meeting you.

Valuable benefits.

We value and respect the impact our colleagues make every day both inside and outside of work. Our culture promotes colleague well-being through robust benefits programs and resources, professional and personal development opportunities, and fulfillment through meaningful work.

Some benefits included in this role are:

• Generous time off, including personal and volunteering

• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities

• Remote work

• Charitable contribution match programs

• Stock purchase opportunities

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We embrace a culture that celebrates and promotes the many backgrounds, heritages and perspectives of our colleagues and clients. We are always seeking those with ethics, talent, and ambition who are interested in joining our client-focused teams.

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