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 legacy on-premise data into a cloud-first data approach. Our client is seeking a people manager with recent architecture capabilities to deliver new designs & changes to existing / new business data solutions leveraging tools such as Databricks, Synapse, and ER Studio with experience in Azure or AWS. Our client is offering a basic salary of £100,000 to £120,000 + 40% LTIP bonus + car allowance to be based in Chatham or Wolverhampton on a hybrid basis (some meetings can also be in London).
This is an exciting/challenging opportunity. You will lead the data architecture function, set the architectural direction, and establish the enterprise data catalog during a pivotal period in our client’s 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 stakeholders 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 catalog 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
Essential experience
- Recent head of or senior management of a data architecture environment, preferably within Financial Services, is a must.
- 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 or AWS is a must-have
Benefits Package:
- £120,000 circa salary / 40% LTIP Bonus / Car Allowance / Excellent Pension / Hybrid working / 30 Days Holiday / Medical Cover / Life Cover
Head of Data Architecture