Head of Data Architecture

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