Grant Thornton International is seeking a Manager, Architect Analyst to join the team in Tampa, FL. About Grant Thornton

Grant Thornton is one of the world’s leading professional services networks with member firms in over 145 countries, 75,000 people and global revenues of $8bn. Member firms offer audit, tax, and advisory services to privately owned companies, publicly listed companies, public sector and not for profit organisations, both domestically and internationally.

Grant Thornton International Ltd (GTIL) is the umbrella legal entity for the Grant Thornton global network of member firms. GTIL sets the strategic direction, convenes member firms, connects global communities, and protects the brand and reputation of the network. GTIL and the member firms will continually improve the sustainability of their operations and strive to make a positive impact on clients, people, markets, and the communities in which we operate, in line with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

About the role

Overall role purpose

In our Go Beyond network strategy 2025, our vision is to become ‘the most valued network in the profession.’

Grant Thornton has set its sights on creating the next-generation professional services organization. The purpose of GTIL, as set out by our global CEO, Peter Bodin, is to shape the future of the network through collaboration and innovation and to continuously bring an external, forward-looking, and global perspective to the network and its leadership.

The Architecture Analyst for the Architecture and Planning team is critical to streamline our operations, enhance collaboration, and ensure timely delivery of projects and documentation across multiple stakeholders, including Cybersecurity, Infrastructure & Operations (I&O), and key governance committees.

Domestic and international travel may be required as needed

Responsibilies

• Research and Business Analysis: Conduct research and business analysis to support strategic architecture initiatives. Facilitate requirements gathering and author Business Requirements Documents (BRDs) as needed for internal Architecture projects.

• Technical Writing and Documentation: Write and manage technical documentation, including policies, SOPs, and technical diagrams. Collaborate with SMEs to ensure clarity and consistency. Participate in the creation and management of share architecture and technical documentation across teams.

• Roadmaps and Governance: Assist in the development and maintenance of GTIL internal technology roadmaps, global Network Technology Roadmap (NTR), principles and standards, global data strategy, identity management, and others as needed.

• Project Management: Independently manage internal Architecture projects under the direction of the Director when needed, ensuring successful execution and alignment with strategic objectives. Monitor progress of deliverables, identify potential delays, and ensure quality standards.

• Sprint Ceremonies in Scrum: When needed, lead sprint ceremonies take detailed notes, track action items, and ensure follow-ups for internal Architecture projects as required.

• Backlog Management: Manage backlogs for cross team activity within the Architecture Team, write epics, features, and user stories for Architecture internal projects. Define acceptance criteria and prioritize tasks.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Prepare agendas, lead meetings, and act as a liaison between the architecture team and stakeholders. Follow up with actionable notes.

• Meeting facilitation: Lead meetings when required and capture and distribute meeting minutes for IT and committees, ensuring effective communication.

  Education

• Bachelor’s degree – Or equivalent experience

  Skills

• Highly organized, able to distill technical information into clear, actionable documentation.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, delivering innovative solutions.

• Extensive experience in research, business analysis, and monitoring deliverables for successful outcomes.

• Proven ability to manage and deliver strategic and technical documentation with clarity and consistency.

• Skilled in preparing for meetings and leading productive stakeholder engagements, ensuring actionable outcomes.

• Exceptional communication skills, effectively liaising between teams and stakeholders.

  Experience

15+ years of experience in Information Technology

10+ years of experience developing both technical and business requirements

10+ years of professional experience in a business analysis role

10+ years of proven technical writing experience, specializing in creating clear, concise, and audience-specific documentation

7+ years of experience collaborating with technical architecture teams to develop and implement solutions

About Us

At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It’s what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better.

In the U.S., Grant Thornton delivers professional services through two specialized entities: Grant Thornton LLP, a licensed, certified public accounting (CPA) firm that provides audit and assurance services ― and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC (not a licensed CPA firm), which exclusively provides non-attest offerings, including tax and advisory services.

In 2025, Grant Thornton formed a multinational, multidisciplinary platform with Grant Thornton Ireland. The platform offers a premier Trans-Atlantic advisory and tax practice, as well as independent American and Irish audit practices. With $2.7 billion in revenues and more than 50 offices spanning the U.S., Ireland and other territories, the platform delivers a singular client experience that includes enhanced solutions and capabilities, backed by powerful technologies and a roster of 12,000 quality-driven professionals enjoying exceptional career-growth opportunities and a distinctive cross-border culture.

Grant Thornton is part of the Grant Thornton International Limited network, which provides access to its member firms in more than 150 global markets.

About the Team

Grant Thornton International Ltd (GTIL) is the umbrella legal entity for the Grant Thornton global network of member firms. GTIL sets the strategic direction, convenes member firms, connects global communities, and protects the brand and reputation of the network. GTIL and the member firms will continually improve the sustainability of their operations and strive to make a positive impact on clients, people, markets, and the communities in which we operate, in line with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Our headquarters are based in London and we have around 160 employees and secondees in 20 different countries. All the employees hired outside of the UK are employed by the local member firm and assigned to GTIL through a specific agreement. Through a global assignment, you will have a chance for both professional and personal development- working with colleagues around the world and developing your global network across various boundaries and time zones.