Head of Data Architecture

1 month ago


Chatham, United Kingdom Intec Select Ltd Full time
Head of Data Architecture

Our trusted partner is hiring a Head of Data Architecture to lead the data architectural strategy as our client moves from a legacy data estate into cloud first approach. To be successful you will be a people manager (appraisals, recruitment, 1-2-1s) whilst possessing the technical capabilities to lead upon the data architecture alongside the CDO. Our client is seeking a senior individual who has a strong understanding legacy data coupled with Azure Databricks, Synapse and ER Studio etc to assist our client with their next phase of digital transformation. Our client is offering a basic salary of 90,000 to 100,000 + 40% bonus to be based in Chatham or Wolverhampton on hybrid basis (some meetings can also be in London).

This is an exciting / challenging opportunity where you will lead the data architecture function, set the architectural direction and establish the enterprise data catalogue during a pivotal period in our clients history.

Role and Responsibilities:

  • Define and maintain the target data architecture and road map (including the build out of enterprise data platforms and increased use of cloud technologies)
  • Work with senior stakeholder across our client to drive adoption of the target data architecture
  • Establish data architecture frameworks, standards and patterns that ensure consistent wide storage, consumption, and distribution of data
  • Lead the scoping and initial pre-project design of candidate data projects
  • Develop and own key data architecture outputs, including a catalogue of authoritative sources, ensuring technical design documentation and appropriate design approval process is followed
  • Recruit and lead a small but high performing team of data architects and data analysts
  • Collaborate with stakeholders at all levels to educate and raise awareness of our clients target data architecture and helping to champion the move to a data-centric approach
  • Prepare, present and effectively communicate on data architecture issues and trends to senior forums and management committees
  • Research and promote relevant data tools and processes that contribute to increased efficiency and capability in support of corporate objectives.
Essential Skills and Experience:
  • Exposure of either running a data architecture function, or as a lead data architect within a significant business or architectural experience across legacy / cloud environments is essential
  • Strong knowledge of data solutions and an ability to translate this into solutions for the broader business is essential
  • Recent exposure to modern data architectures using Azure Databricks, Synapse, ER studio etc is a must have
  • Domain experience in a regulated environment, insurance, finance or energy is a must have
  • Strong understanding and experience of cloud data architectures in Azure is a must have
  • Practical experience of collaborating across business and technology stakeholders to design and apply logical data models, and construct business data glossaries
  • Good understanding of data governance and data quality frameworks and approaches
Benefits Package:
  • 100,000 circa salary / 15% bonus / Excellent Pension / Hybrid working / 30 Days Holiday / Medical Cover / Life Cover
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