Lead Technical Architect (Software)

Job summary

It is a very exciting time to join us as we continue on a major digital transformation programme. Our existing systems form part of the critical national infrastructure, safeguarding land and property ownership valued at £7 trillion, enabling over £1 trillion worth of personal and commercial lending to be secured against property across England and Wales.

Given the scale of change we are seeking two Lead Technical Architects (Software) who can understand the magnitude of the challenge, taking a top down view to identify the things we need to change but still getting close to the tech and delivery aspects of architecture.

These roles will join our Architecture Practice which a vibrant and welcoming team. The practice includes architects with different specialisms (Enterprise architecture, Security architecture, Platform architecture etc). Collectively we support each other to enable HMLR to deliver modern, secure and sustainable technology based solutions.

Job description

We’re looking for someone who enjoys solving complex challenges and working collaboratively within an agile team. You’ll support the delivery of technical solutions across multiple workstreams, working with stakeholders to understand needs and translate them into clear, practical outcomes.

You’ll help shape strategies and roadmaps, balancing priorities across product, delivery and architecture to ensure solutions align with our wider technology, architecture and business goals. From concept through to delivery, you’ll take ownership of problems, bring clarity to ambiguity and support the successful implementation of solutions.

Working with the Technical Design Authority, you’ll promote high-quality, secure and compliant design, while building strong relationships with suppliers, partners and wider government organisations. You’ll also share your expertise, support others to develop and keep up to date with emerging technologies to help drive continuous improvement.

HMLR expect everyone to spend at least 60% of their working time in the office.

Please see attached job description.

Person specification

Technical:

You’ll need to be comfortable as a technology leader working amongst teams who build and operate software-based systems. The desirable technical criteria in the job description explains some of the technology currently used at HMLR. However, technology isn't standing still, we need Lead Technical Architects who can embrace change and understand the opportunities (and risks) its presents HM Land Registry (HMLR).

Experience:

You’ll bring experience of designing and delivering software-based solutions to complex problems, including within large-scale projects. You’ll be confident assessing the impact of technical change across people, process, technology and information, with an understanding of commercial considerations.

You’ll demonstrate strong analytical and structured thinking skills, using appropriate approaches to break down complex issues. Experience of working with suppliers, alongside the ability to lead, support and develop others, is important.

You’ll also be adaptable and organised, able to manage competing priorities and respond effectively to change.

Technical skills

We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:

• Architect for the whole context (Skill Level: Practitioner)
• Architecture communication (Skill Level: Expert)
• Community collaboration (Skill Level: Practitioner)
• Making architectural decisions (Skill Level: Practitioner)
• Strategy design (Skill Level: Practitioner)
• Technical design throughout the lifecycle (Skill level: Expert)

We only ask for evidence of these technical skills on your application form:

• Making architectural decisions (Skill Level: Practitioner)
• Technical design throughout the lifecycle (Skill level: Expert)

Benefits

Alongside your salary of £66,200, HM Land Registry contributes £19,178 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.

#WeAreHMLR

At HM Land Registry our vision is a world leading property market as part of a thriving economy and a sustainable future. We are unique in terms of the economic and social impacts of our work, our ability to make a positive difference to the lives of our customers, our sense of mission, and our great people. They are the foundation of all we have achieved and all we aspire to in the future. We want our people to feel proud to work for HM Land Registry and able to fulfil their full potential.

We have a strong and positive culture, a commitment to inclusivity, an emphasis on continuous learning and development, and flexible ways of working. We offer competitive pay and annual leave, attractive pension options and a wide range of other benefits.

• We have integrity– we value honesty, trust and doing the right thing in the right way.
• We drive innovation– we are forward-thinking, embrace change and are continually improving our processes.
• We are professional– we value and grow our knowledge and professional expertise.
• We give assurance– we guarantee our services and provide confidence to the property market.

The HMLR Way – Our Shared Commitment

What you can expect from HMLR:

• Inclusive & Empowering: A positive, healthy environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute
• High Performance: Access to tools, resources, and development opportunities within a supportive culture
• Value & Recognition: We value team and individual improvement, learning from setbacks as much as celebrating success
• Clarity & Transparency: Clear communication of our vision and priorities, so our direction and decisions are evident

You can find more information on our rewards package on our website.

Things you need to know

Artificial intelligence

Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance (opens in a new window) for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.

Selection process details

This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Experience and Technical skills.

To apply for the role, you will need to submit an anonymous CV and application form.

Your CV should outline your skills and experience relevant to this role; this will be assessed against the essential “technical skills” and the following essential “experience” criteria from the Job description:

• Developing solutions to complex problems through software/application design.
• Experience of designing for large projects (£1m +) and seeing those designs through delivery

The application form will ask for two written statements, for you to provide evidence of demonstrating two specific technical skills:

• Making architectural decisions (Skill Level: Practitioner)
• Technical design throughout the lifecycle (Skill level: Expert)

The remaining essential 'technical' skills and essential experience will be tested at interview, alongside a pre-prepared presentation. (Please note that the Desirable Technical Skills may be used at interview stage, to determine merit order).

The sift will take place shortly after the advertised closing date. Interviews and pre-prepared presentation will take place week commencing 15 June 2026.

Candidates may refer to notes within their interview but they should be used as a prompt only.

Please review your application form before clicking ‘submit’ – once you have submitted, you will not be able to amend your application. Ensure your application form is received by the closing date for receipt of applications – this is 11:55pm on the advertised date.

HMLR is accredited to the Disability Confidence Scheme, which denotes organisations which have a positive attitude towards disabled people. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria at the shortlisting stage are guaranteed an invitation to interview. If any candidate requires the panel to consider a reasonable adjustment or there is anything else they would like the panel to take into consideration they are asked to notify us of this at application stage where possible or during the process as soon as it becomes a requirement.

If you would like further information about the use of your personal data, please click on the link below:

www.gov.uk/government/publications/hm-land-registry-job-applicant-personal-information

Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Security

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.

Nationality requirements

This job is broadly open to the following groups:

• UK nationals
• nationals of the Republic of Ireland
• nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK
• nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)
• nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
• individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020
• Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service

Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)

Working for the Civil Service

The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.

We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window).The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see theCivil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window).

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Contact point for applicants

Job contact :

• Name : Simon Tsang
• Email : simon.tsang@landregistry.gov.uk

Recruitment team

• Email : hrresourcingteam2@landregistry.gov.uk

Further information

If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance to the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, please email hrresourcingteam2@landregistry.gov.uk in the first instance. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from HM Land Registry then you may take your complaint to the Civil Service Commission: http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/making-complaint/

Attachments

Transformation & Technology Candidate Pack Opens in new window (pdf, 2134kB)G7 Lead Technical Architect (Software) JD Opens in new window (pdf, 254kB)