CTRMBusinessArchitect

**Main purpose** We are seeking a hands-on business architect to lead the front to back functional architecture for our Metals, Minerals & Bulk CTRM system. You will be transforming complex, cross-department business initiatives into architectural roadmaps, ensuring alignment of IT solutions with business objectives in collaboration with cross-functional teams. **Key responsibilities** * Transform business objectives into a functional architecture view that aligns IT and business teams * Lead strategic architectural decisions, including buy vs. build recommendations * Create actionable roadmaps balancing long-term vision with immediate needs * Proficient in managing cross functional complexity and facilitating complex trade-off decisions, such as balancing global process standards with local market needs * Support application teams throughout delivery, managing architectural alignment and accommodating change * Guide the evolution of Trafigura’s functional landscape and conceptual data models * Partner with technical leads to ensure our technical architecture supports business goals * Keep up with industry trends to drive innovation and process improvements * Lead and develop a team of architects, balancing their personal growth with business goals * Foster a culture of collaboration and excellence across the IT organisation **Required qualifications** * 10+ years of experience in a business analyst and/or architect role * 3+ years of experience managing and developing people within a fast-paced, high-performance environment * Strong domain knowledge in commodity trading covering the end to end physical trade lifecycle * Strong understanding of enterprise architecture principles, frameworks, and modern practices like modular architecture and API-led integration * Proven success delivering large-scale applications in global teams * The ability to translate business goals into actionable technical plans, resolve complex conflicts, and make decisions that balance short