Data Architect

<p><strong>Data Architect - Data Modelling, Architecture & Governance - London (Hybrid) - Up to £75,000</strong></p><p>This is an opportunity to join an organisation that is investing in its data and digital capabilities, with a clear focus on building strong, well-designed data foundations.</p><p>You'll be part of a collaborative environment where people care about good design, governance and making improvements that last. If you enjoy tackling complex data challenges, influencing how things are done and working in a setting where your input is valued, this role should be of interest.</p><p></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>This is an architecture-focused role, centred on how data is structured, governed and used across the organisation. It is not a hands-on data engineering position and it is not aimed at someone looking to step into data architecture for the first time.</p><p>You will work with:</p><ul><li>Colleagues across Enterprise Architecture, BI, Data Governance and Technology Services</li><li>Microsoft D365 and a modern medallion-style data architecture</li><li>Data Architecture Assessments to support project and programme delivery</li><li>The organisation's Data Architecture Framework, helping maintain consistency and good governance</li><li>Translating business requirements into clear, scalable data models and architecture</li><li>Creating and presenting architecture artefacts that make sense to both technical and non-technical audiences</li></ul><p>The organisation is working towards a centralised data platform using Microsoft Fabric, with a strong emphasis on putting the right architecture and models in place before focusing on technology delivery.</p><p></p><p><strong>What We're Looking For</strong></p><p>We're looking for a Data Architect with a solid grounding in data modelling and architecture principles. You should be comfortable designing data structures that support the business over the long term and confident in your architectural judgement.</p><p><strong>Key Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Experience in a Data Architecture or architecture-led role within a complex environment</li><li>Strong understanding of conceptual, logical and physical data modelling</li><li>Knowledge of data modelling methodologies such as 3NF, Kimball and OBT</li><li>A background in data modelling and/or data governance, with experience designing scalable data architectures</li><li>Comfortable working technology-agnostic, providing architectural oversight rather than hands-on engineering</li><li>Able to explain architectural concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders, with a curious and thoughtful approach</li></ul><p>This role focuses on architecture, design and governance, not hands-on data engineering.</p><p></p><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>30 days annual leave</li><li>Enhanced pension scheme - employer contributions start at 8% and can rise to 14%</li><li>Hybrid working (2 days per week in the London office, with some flexibility)</li><li>Enhanced maternity and paternity leave</li><li>24-hour Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme)</li><li>Season ticket loans</li></ul><p></p><p><strong>Interested?</strong></p><p>If you're a Data Architect who enjoys designing strong data foundations and influencing how data is used across an organisation, this is well worth a conversation.</p><p>Apply now!</p><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?GCyQiLeUhGXQrvoZ7AycznP8%2b952pUjmj" width="0" height="0" />