Enterprise Architect

Are you ready to be part of an organisation that values expertise, passion and diversity? At CFS we know that the foundation of our success lies in our exceptional people. We believe in celebrating individuality, have a passion for high performance and creating an environment where you can unleash your full potential. Our people enable us to make a difference and deliver exceptional experiences to help our customers achieve financial freedom.

Your Team

The Enterprise Architecture & Delivery is part of CFS’s Technology, Transformation and Operations (TTO) business unit which is accountable for Technology and Operations. The Enterprise Architect reports to the Principal Enterprise Architect and operates as an embedded partner across business and technology teams, providing architecture consulting, solution design, and strategic technology advice.

Your Responsibilities

• Define and continuously evolve enterprise architecture strategies, target‑state models and reference architectures that are aligned to CFS’s strategic objectives and support sustainable business outcomes.

• Develop high‑quality enterprise architecture artefacts, including technology roadmaps, architecture principles, capability models, integration patterns and options assessments, to inform sound decision‑making.

• Provide architectural guidance and oversight to Solution Architects, supporting consistent, fit‑for‑purpose solution design aligned with enterprise standards and principles.

• Engage with business stakeholders to consult, advise and clarify technology options, acting as a trusted point of contact for technology‑related needs and initiatives.

• Design conceptual technology solutions that respond to business challenges, including clear options analysis and practical recommendations.

• Collaborate closely with domain architects, data teams and security partners to ensure solutions are integrated, secure and aligned across the wider technology landscape.

Your Capability and Experience

• Significant experience in enterprise architecture, ideally within financial services or similarly complex environments, with the capability to shape and influence technology direction at an organisational level.

• Demonstrated experience defining enterprise strategies, target states, reference architectures and technology roadmaps in complex business contexts.

• Ability to work effectively across strategic and tactical activities, balancing long‑term architecture direction with immediate delivery needs and clearly articulating trade‑offs.

• Broad hands‑on experience across a range of technology domains, including digital platforms, cloud services (Microsoft Azure, AWS), integration, security, core business platforms and infrastructure.

• Strong communication, consulting and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work confidently with both technical and non‑technical audiences at all levels of the organisation.

What to Expect

At CFS, you'll be working among the very best in the wealth management industry. It's an inspiring environment that encourages development and celebrates success. Other things to look forward to:

• Additional day for your birthday
• Hybrid working model 
• Access to CFS Employer Super
• Life Leave - 3 days per annum
• Access to Sonder who provides human-powered medical, mental health and safety support through one easy-to-use app enabling you to get support whenever and wherever you need. 
• Access to Corporate rates with BUPA Health Insurance
• Confidential coaching and counselling services supporting life, mind, body, relationships, work and family to assist you in taking charge of your own health and wellbeing

CFS Culture

At CFS we are committed to creating a thriving environment where individuals can flourish. We believe that success is built upon strong teams, and we are dedicated to celebrating uniqueness, championing individuality and supporting a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe that when you can truly be yourself, you can unlock your full potential. 

Apply today and join us in helping Australians to achieve their financial freedom. 

Please note, CFS requires all candidates to have full work rights in Australia.

Where we have preferred candidates, background checks (including Police, Employment, Bankruptcy checks, ASIC banned and disqualified persons) will be completed prior to the final preferred candidate’s employment being confirmed. The outcomes of the background checks do not preclude the preferred candidate, however, they will be assessed against the inherent requirements of the role.

This role is based on Gadigal Land (Sydney).