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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
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