Lead Solution Architect

Job Type: Permanent Build a brilliant future with Hiscox Position: Lead Solution Architect, London Market Reporting to: Head of Architecture Location: York/London Business Unit: London Market The Role The Lead Solution Architect is responsible for designing and delivering practical, scalable, and secure technology solutions that meet business needs within the London Market. This role bridges the gap between business requirements and technical implementation, ensuring solutions are aligned with architectural principles and Group Technology standards. You will work closely with development squads, product owners, and technical leads to translate architectural blueprints into actionable designs, supporting delivery teams throughout the lifecycle. The role requires strong technical expertise, collaboration skills, and a pragmatic approach to problem-solving. Key Responsibilities Solution Design & Delivery Translate architectural blueprints and roadmaps into detailed solution designs. Ensure solutions are fit for purpose, scalable, secure, and aligned with enterprise standards. Support integration with existing systems and processes, minimising disruption and technical debt. Participate in design reviews, providing constructive feedback and guidance. Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement Work closely with product owners, developers, and business analysts to understand requirements and constraints. Act as a trusted advisor to delivery teams, helping navigate technical challenges and dependencies. Liaise with Group Technology and vendors to ensure solutions meet compliance and interoperability standards. Governance & Quality Assurance Ensure adherence to architectural principles and governance frameworks. Document solution designs clearly for technical and non-technical audiences. Support risk identification and mitigation during solution delivery. Essential Experience Proven experience in solution architecture within insurance or financial services. Strong understanding of application design, integration patterns, and cloud technologies. Ability to balance technical innovation with practical delivery constraints. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Desirable Experience Familiarity with London Market processes and Lloyd’s market systems. Experience with API-driven architectures and microservices. Knowledge of security and regulatory requirements in financial services. Mindset Collaborative and pragmatic, with a focus on enabling delivery. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Work with amazing people and be part of a unique culture If you want to help build a brilliant future; work with amazing people; be part of a unique company culture; and, of course, enjoy great employee benefits that take care of your mental and physical wellbeing, come and join us. If this is your first time visiting our career site and you wish to stay in touch please select the 'Introduce yourself' button on the top right. This will allow us to contact you with suitable vacancies. If you are a returning prospect and wish to view our current vacancies please Search for Jobs using the link on the top right. We’re a global, specialist insurer headquartered in Bermuda and listed on the London Stock Exchange. With 3,000 employees and 32 offices in 12 countries we’re a business with lots of opportunity for people with talent, spark and lots of ambition. If you want to build a great career with a company that prioritises strong values – such as integrity and courage – where our people always pull together to do the right thing for each other and our customers, then we’d love to hear from you.