UKI Technology Consulting - Cloud Solution Architect

The opportunity

Help organisations turn cloud ambition into secure, practical change. As a Cloud Architecture Manager in our Technology Consulting team, you will guide clients through complex technology decisions and help shape solutions that support growth, resilience and responsible innovation. You will work with senior stakeholders, lead multidisciplinary teams and influence engagements from initial strategy through delivery. You will also help grow our Microsoft Services and Cloud Group, strengthen client relationships and contribute to a collaborative culture where your ideas can make a visible impact.

Your key responsibilities

• Leading client conversations and workshops to turn business priorities into clear cloud strategies, target architectures, operating models and investment roadmaps.

• Designing and overseeing secure, resilient cloud and hybrid solutions across Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services or Google Cloud, including identity, networking, automation and migration.

• Shaping the responsible use of artificial intelligence by addressing use cases, data readiness, governance, security, risk and adoption.

• Managing complex engagements from strategy through implementation, while balancing scope, quality, commercial outcomes, risks and dependencies.

• Building trusted relationships with senior business and technology stakeholders and communicating options in a clear, decision-ready way.

• Coaching multidisciplinary teams and contributing to proposals, presentations, account planning and the continued growth of our cloud practice.

Skills and attributes for Success

You will bring strong cloud architecture and technology consulting capability, with experience guiding complex change from strategy into implementation. You can structure problems, discover requirements, facilitate workshops and create clear recommendations for senior audiences. You understand modern cloud foundations, including secure landing zones, identity, networking, resilience, migration, automation and delivery practices. You can also connect artificial intelligence opportunities with suitable data, governance, security and responsible-use controls. Commercial awareness, sound judgement and the ability to lead several priorities without losing focus on quality will help you succeed.

Ideally, You’ll also have

Experience with agile delivery approaches, the software development lifecycle, infrastructure as code and automated delivery tools would be valuable. Relevant cloud or enterprise architecture certifications, together with experience of Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud, Terraform, Bicep, PowerShell or Python, would also support your impact in the role.

What we look for

We look for an inclusive and curious leader who listens well, challenges constructively and turns complexity into practical action. You will be comfortable adapting to changing client needs, developing others and working across teams and locations. A purpose-driven mindset, openness to new ideas and commitment to responsible innovation will help you build trust and deliver lasting value.

What working at EY offers

We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions.

Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around

• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career

• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

All our employees are given a benefits package which they can tailor to suit their individual preferences. Our range of benefits include:

• Pension

• Maternity & Paternity leave

• Discounted health insurance

• Bike to work Scheme

• Web Doctor - Free unlimited online GP consultations for you and your family

• Recognition Awards

• The purchase of additional annual leave

• Cash incentives for referrals

• Hybrid Working

• Work Mobile

• Free Gym membership

• TECH MBA paid by EY

• Travel Pass

• Wellness rooms Available in some offices

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.

Career Progression

• When you join EY, you will be supported to ensure that you are enhancing your skills from day one.

• Continuous learning, where you can develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.

• As you grow and develop here, you’ll discover opportunities to help customise your career journey, so that it’s as unique as you are - success is defined by you, we will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.

• Transformative leadership, we will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.

• Diverse and inclusive culture, you will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

• We have embraced Hybrid working at EY adding greater flexibility and autonomy to the roles of our employees.

Inclusion & Diversity:

We hold a collective commitment to foster an environment where all differences are valued and respected, practices are equitable and everyone experiences a sense of belonging: Inclusion, diversity, and equity are part of who we are at EY. We believe that the highest-performing teams maximize the power of different perspectives and backgrounds. These teams are both diverse and inclusive and are willing to invite and learn from other perspectives. Our ability to include various viewpoints into our mindsets, behaviours and operations is fundamental to driving innovation, building strong relationships, and delivering the best solutions for our clients. We recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and building a culture where we support all our people to achieve their potential. You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process.

To help create an equitable and inclusive experience during the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible about any disability-related adjustments or accommodations you may need.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

IMPORTANT: Where Agency assistance is required, our Talent Team will engage directly with suppliers. CVs / Profiles should not be shared directly with Hiring Managers. Unsolicited CVs / Profiles supplied to EY by Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role.