Cloud Solution Architect

Description

Welcome to Moneycorp. We're delighted you're interested in being a part of Moneycorp. In the last decade, Moneycorp has transformed from a largely domestic, consumer-focused provider of foreign exchange to an end-to-end global payments' ecosystem. With two banking licenses and operations across the entire value chain of the international payments and foreign exchange sectors, we enable businesses, institutions, and individuals to thrive beyond borders. We help our clients realise their growth ambitions by providing them with worldwide reach, relentless regulatory excellence, and tailored, relevant solutions that resiliently optimise their financial operations. Moneycorp is a place where energy, commitment to our shared success and collaboration are core to our DNA. We're restless in our drive to surpass the expectations of our clients and unlock opportunities to support them at every stage of their journey. The foundation of our success is our people, and nurturing a culture of belonging for all of our colleagues is central to our journey as a global business. Find out more about Moneycorp's offering, global footprint and capabilities here: About Us moneycorp

Your Next Challenge

We are seeking an experienced Cloud Solution Architect (Contractor) to lead the design and delivery of Microsoft Azure solutions across our global operations, with a focus on EMEA and APAC. This role is critical to the success of our cloud transformation programme and requires a seasoned professional who can take full architectural ownership of Azure-based initiatives. You will be responsible for translating business and technical requirements into secure, scalable, and cost-effective cloud architectures. Working closely with internal teams and external partners, you will ensure that solutions are aligned with enterprise strategy, regulatory obligations, and operational resilience standards. This is a delivery-focused role with clear accountability for architectural decisions, documentation, and stakeholder engagement. The successful candidate will be expected to operate with autonomy, pace, and precision.

Key Responsibilities Architectural Accountability

• Own the end-to-end architecture of Azure solutions, ensuring alignment with enterprise strategy and compliance requirements.
• Define and enforce architectural standards, patterns, and governance frameworks.
• Lead architecture reviews and provide expert guidance throughout the solution lifecycle.

Solution Design & Delivery

• Design and document Azure solutions that meet business, technical, and regulatory needs.
• Collaborate with engineering, infrastructure, and cybersecurity teams to ensure successful implementation.
• Ensure traceability of architectural decisions and maintain high-quality documentation.

Cloud Strategy Execution

• Support the execution of the Azure cloud strategy and roadmap.
• Identify opportunities for innovation and improvement using Azure-native services.

Security & Compliance

• Ensure solutions meet internal security policies and external regulatory standards (e.g., GDPR, FCA).
• Implement controls using Azure Policy, Defender for Cloud, and RBAC.
• Provide architectural input into audit and risk management processes.

Operational Excellence

• Monitor and optimise Azure environments for performance, reliability, and cost.
• Drive automation and Infrastructure-as-Code adoption (ARM, Bicep, Terraform).
• Lead initiatives to reduce technical debt and improve cloud maturity

Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as the architectural point of contact for Azure-related initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Influence decision-making and promote architectural best practices.

Person Specification Essential

• Proven experience in Azure cloud architecture within financial services or other regulated industries.
• Strong understanding of Azure services including networking, identity, compute, storage, and security.
• Demonstrated ownership of architectural decisions and solution delivery.
• Experience with hybrid cloud environments and legacy integration.
• Proficiency in Infrastructure-as-Code (ARM, Bicep, Terraform) and Azure DevOps.

Desirable

• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (e.g., FCA, GDPR).
• Experience working in a multi-region enterprise environment.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

Location and Hours of Work

• Location: London, UK (Hybrid working available)
• Contract Type: Day-rate contract via approved vendor or umbrella
• Duration: Initial 6 months, with potential for extension
• Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday between 07:00 and 18:00
• Start Date: ASAP
• Rate: Competitive, based on experience and market benchmarks

Note

This is a contract role. The responsibilities and expectations outlined above reflect the scope of work required during the engagement. The Company reserves the right to amend the scope based on evolving business needs

Interested?

If the role sounds like you, we invite you to upload a copy of your CV by clicking on the Apply Now button

Fostering a Culture of Belonging and Inclusivity

We're committed to creating a workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and included. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we actively cultivate an inclusive culture where diversity thrives, and we empower our colleagues to drive meaningful change within our organisation through initiatives like our DE&I focus groups and value champion network. Like many of our peers, we recognise that fostering inclusivity is an ongoing journey, and we remain steadfast in our commitment to progress. By measuring our efforts through regular assessments and listening to the feedback of our employees, we strive to ensure that our initiatives are impactful and responsive to the evolving needs of our workforce. Together, we want to build a workplace where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work, as we believe this is the foundation of innovation, creativity, and collective success.

Connect with us

For company news, announcements and market insights, visit our News Hub. You can also find Moneycorp on Facebook, Twitter UK, Twitter Americas, Instagram, LinkedIn, where you can discover how we are leading the way in global payments and currency risk management.