Enterprise Architect Process Owner

Function

We’re looking for a seasoned Enterprise Architect/ Process Owner to join our client’s team and play a central role in shaping and optimizing architecture processes within a complex, enterprise-level environment. This is a high-impact position for someone who thrives at the intersection of strategy, governance, and operational excellence.

Role & Responsibilities

As a key contributor within our client’s architecture center of excellence, you will focus on improving and streamlining processes while ensuring alignment with broader organizational standards:

• Drive process improvements to align architecture practices with group-level guidelines while simplifying workflows and IT strategy execution
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of architecture processes across the organization
• Lead and contribute to architecture workgroups, delivering tangible improvements in enterprise architecture practices
• Manage and prioritize a backlog of process enhancements, ensuring clarity with senior stakeholders
• Oversee the rollout of process changes, including communication, change management, and ongoing support
• Support day-to-day operations of architecture governance and processes

Key Tasks

In this role, you will combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution:

• Design and optimize architecture processes and supporting tooling to improve efficiency for architects and stakeholders
• Translate business and process requirements into clear, documented solutions that support continuous improvement
• Ensure compliance with audit and control requirements
• Act as the bridge between architecture teams and wider business processes, facilitating alignment and stakeholder buy-in
• Serve as the main point of contact for process-related topics, providing guidance and support
• Ensure smooth governance operations by:
  • Organizing validation committees and key architecture forums
  • Preparing agendas, documentation, and communications
  • Tracking decisions and following up on action items

Profile & Requirements

We’re looking for a proactive professional with strong expertise in enterprise architecture and process management:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, or equivalent experience
• At least 5 years of experience in enterprise architecture within complex environments (financial services is a strong plus)
• At least 5 years of experience in process management
• Solid understanding of project delivery lifecycles; project management experience is an advantage
• Relevant architecture certifications are preferred

Languages:

• English: Professional proficiency
• Dutch: Professional proficiency
• French: Professional proficiency

Soft Skills:

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to influence and align diverse teams
• Proactive, autonomous, and solution-oriented mindset
• Team player with the ability to thrive in multicultural environments
• Resilient, committed, and adaptable in a dynamic context