Business Architect // Enterprise Architect // Housing Management System // £(Apply online only)/day (OUTSIDE IR25) // initial 3-6 months

We are supporting a large UK housing organisation undertaking a critical review of its Housing Management Systems (HMS) landscape. An experienced Business Architect is required to provide strategic insight, options analysis, and clear recommendations to inform future HMS investment and delivery decisions.

This role sits at the intersection of housing operations, technology, and strategic change. You will work closely with housing leadership, IT, and operational teams to assess current systems, evaluate future options, and shape a pragmatic, business‑led roadmap.

Key Responsibilities

Housing Management System (HMS) Expertise

Bring deep, hands-on experience of housing management systems covering tenancy, rents, repairs, assets, and compliance
Analyse end‑to‑end housing processes underpinned by HMS platforms
Review system configuration, customisation, and data quality
Support or inform HMS replacement, upgrade, or optimisation programmesCurrent-State IT & HMS Landscape Review

Review existing HMS architecture and surrounding application landscape
Analyse integrations with finance, CRM, mobile solutions, and BI platforms
Identify duplication, manual workarounds, and legacy system constraints
Assess system performance, scalability, and alignment with vendor roadmapsSolution & Options Assessment

Evaluate existing internal systems and modules for reuse or consolidation
Compare market‑available HMS solutions against business needs and sector best practice
Apply strong understanding of SaaS-based HMS platforms, data models, and integration patterns
Assess solutions against regulatory, security, and resident service requirementsBusiness Case & Recommendation Development

Produce clear, compelling business cases for HMS-related investment
Develop options analysis (retain, enhance, or replace existing platforms)
Quantify financial savings, service improvements, and risk reduction
Present evidence‑based recommendations to senior leadership and governance forumsStakeholder & Leadership Engagement

Work confidently with housing executives, IT leaders, and service heads
Translate complex HMS and technical concepts into clear business impacts
Facilitate HMS discovery and assessment workshops with operational teams
Act as a trusted advisor on strategic technology and investment decisionsChange, Transition & Delivery Awareness

Demonstrate understanding of HMS data migration, transition risks, and cutover approaches
Recognise user adoption, training, and organisational change impacts
Balance long‑term architectural integrity with operational continuityKey skills and experience

Proven experience as a Business Architect or senior housing systems specialist
Strong background in housing management systems within a social housing or local authority environment
Comfortable operating at both strategic and detailed levels
Pragmatic, outcome‑focused, and highly credible with senior stakeholdersIf you have the relevant experience for the role, please apply using the link provided