As a Solutions Architect Apprentice, you’ll play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between business needs and technical solutions. You’ll also leverage your architectural design proficiency, systems integration know-how, and command cutting-edge technologies to streamline deployments and drive adaptability across IT landscapes. You’ll also serve as a catalyst for innovation, optimising workflows, enhancing security, and fostering a culture of efficiency.

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Key job responsibilities

- Collaborating with cross-functional teams

- Being the internal voice of the customer, sharing their needs and wants to inform technical roadmaps

- Participate in the creation and sharing of best practices

- Build technical relationships with customers and operate as their trusted advisor

- Supporting and leading projects, having the opportunity to innovate and simplify from Day 1

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We welcome individuals from all backgrounds who are adaptable with a passion for problem-solving and a strong desire to learn and grow. First and foremost, you must have the ability to dissect complex problems into manageable, actionable components. Your critical thinking skills should empower you to thoroughly research, analyse, and evaluate different options, enabling you to craft innovative, tailored solutions. Exceptional communication and collaboration abilities are also essential as you’ll need to demonstrate an aptitude for explaining technical concepts to diverse stakeholders in a clear, compelling manner. Your experience working effectively within team-based environments will be invaluable as you coordinate with cross-functional experts to implement comprehensive IT solutions. Complementing your technical know-how, robust time management and organisational skills is a must. You must be able to prioritise tasks, manage competing deadlines, and work independently with a proactive, self-starting attitude.

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Basic Qualifications

- To qualify for this programme, you must:
- Be 18 years or over before the start date (September 2026)
- Have the right to live and work in England (if you are on a visa, this needs to enable you to legally work and reside in England for the entire duration of the program).
- Have lived in the UK or in the European Economic Area (EEA) for the last 3 years
- Be a resident of the UK for the entire duration of the program
- Not be registered to study on a UK government funded course ending August 2026 or later
- Have at least 5 GCSEs C grade (grade 4) or above including Maths and English
- Have a Level 3 qualification in a relevant area in any grade. Acceptable qualifications include: One A-level (minimum grade C) plus one other A-Level in similar subject OR a Level 3 apprenticeship in a similar subject OR an International Baccalaureate at Level 3 in a similar subject OR a BTEC Extended Diploma in a similar subject OR a work experience route requiring 2-3 years in a similar subject-related role.
- Please note, if you have received educational qualifications outside of the UK then we will require a Statement of Comparability to confirm your eligibility for the scheme. Please ensure you obtain one during the application process, through UK ENIC: https://www.enic.org.uk/
- Previous qualifications will be reviewed for funding eligibility and offers are subject to funding approval
- PLEASE NOTE: This position is a 42 month fixed-term contract. You must NOT already have a qualification in a similar subject at the same or higher level than this apprenticeship.
- This Apprenticeship assumes the candidate has some or little knowledge/experience of the occupation

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Preferred Qualifications

- You are able to demonstrate a passion for learning
- Clear communication and teamwork
- Good problem-solving and analytical skills
- Attention to detail

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