Solution Architect (Bids & Mobilisations)
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- Job reference: SDX/TP/1129899/154938
- Location: Remote / Some travel to offices and sites will be required
- Job type: Full Time - 40 hours per week
- Salary: Competitive salary depending on experience
- Closing date: 23 March 2026
About the role
We are looking for a Solution Architect (Bids & Mobilisations) to join Sodexo’s Architecture team at a pivotal moment in our technology transformation. You’ll play a key role in shaping and delivering innovative, robust solutions that support new contract mobilisations and bid responses, working closely with our global TDDI teams.
This is a home‑based role, with regular site and office visits required to collaborate with stakeholders and ensure mobilisation activities are technically sound, strategically aligned, and operationally ready.
Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.
For more information on Sodexo Careers please visit Sodexo Careers
Main Responsibilities
- Provide technical input into mobilisation plans, bid responses, and deployment strategies across infrastructure, network, and application domains.
- Develop and maintain architectural artefacts such as blueprints, high-level designs, risk registers, and governance trackers.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g. Cyber, Infrastructure, Procurement, Finance, Service Management) to ensure mobilisation readiness, architectural compliance, and service transition alignment.
- Lead architectural design and governance for mobilisation programmes, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards, TDDI policies, and client requirements.
- Engage with stakeholders to clarify technical scope, manage risks, and ensure timely, budget-aligned delivery.
- Conduct financial analysis and define total cost-of-ownership, including licensing, support, and consumption models.
- Identify and evaluate technologies and vendors to support solution delivery from build to business-as-usual (BAU).
- Participate in mobilisation meetings and design authorities to resolve blockers, promote best practices, and drive standardisation.
- Foster strong vertical and horizontal relationships across Enterprise Architecture, TDDI leadership, and global delivery teams.
- Support onboarding of new contracts by validating hosting models, support structures, and data residency requirements.
Please see attached job description for further information regarding the role requirements
The Ideal Candidate
- Graduate calibre with architectural framework qualifications or experience i.e., TOGAF/BCS etc
- Experience of working in pre-sales architect or bid supporting roles
- Proven experience in solution architecture within large-scale mobilisation programmes
- Strong architectural design and solutioning skills across infrastructure, network, and application domains
- Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities in fast-paced mobilisation environments
- Analysis of risks, benefits and opportunities associated with business & architectural strategies and championing a balanced approach with a focus on achieving business outcomes
- Strong experience in Cloud Technologies (Azure preferred), COTS application integration, modern architectural ways of working and practices
- Excellent stakeholder management skills and customer focus with an ability to achieve consensus across a complex set of demands
- Ability to gain UK SC Clearance
Package Description
Competitive salary depending on experience
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater
You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way.
In addition, we offer
20+ Sodexo benefits such as Sodexo retirement plan, discounts to over 1,900 brands to shop online, Gym discount to maintain a healthy lifestyle, a confidential 24/7 employee assistance programme providing independent support to overcome whenever life has its obstacles including emotional support, legal and financial advice.
For further details regarding our Sodexo benefits please see attached.
Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!
About The Company
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.
We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves. We recognise that we’re on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.
We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.
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KEY BENEFITS
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Advice and guidance
Get help with legal, financial, personal or work issues whenever you need it. -
Pension Plan
Save effectively for your future when you join the Sodexo Pension Plan. -
Wellbeing support
Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7. -
Generous leave
For holidays, care needs or major life events, we’ll help you rest and recharge. -
Discounts and savings
Enjoy great deals from leading retailers and use our Bike to Work scheme -
Virtual GP
24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at Sodexo are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.
Social Impact
Ever since we started, we’ve had a clear purpose – to do some good in our communities through helping people. Today, that purpose is still a huge part of who we are. And every one of our colleagues helps that happen.
We’re committed to volunteering our time, resources, skills and knowledge – more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year. And our Charitable Foundation has now donated over £9 million to charities and good causes across the country.
Remote / Some travel to offices and sites will be required, United Kingdom, M50 2UE
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