My client, is actively looking for a Data Architect with strong experience with Azure Data Architecture for a long term daily rate contract.
Hybrid working is an option with this role.
The Role Data Architect at management level in the Customer Solutions Data team.
Responsible for data management and data architectural practices for the area, delivering on the strategic direction for data concepts and technologies, act as an advisor supporting all aspects of data engineering, governance and analytics, as well as ensuring compliance with architectural standards.
Reports into the Senior Manager of the Data Strategy team Key Accountabilities The key responsibilities of the successful candidate are as follows : Input to the strategic direction of data architecture to drive improvements in delivery, technology and structure.
Responsible for the integrity of local data infrastructure, ensuring that designs meet operational requirements, defined roadmaps and strategies and quality standards Explore and clarify architectural data requirements for all internal projects, around the collection, cleansing, storage, sharing and use of data.
Provide guidance and best practices for data management and governance Responsible for the conceptual and logical data models used in IL Work cross-functionally to integrate modern BI tools and approaches with legacy data warehouses Meet audit & reporting obligations of the role, particularly in relation to GDPR.
Collaborate with, build & maintain strong relationships with internal & external stakeholders, other functions across the group (eg ExO and Connected Data) and with external partners.
Positively impact leadership and culture of the overall commercial & analytics department.
Desired Knowledge / Experience / Skills Continuing Professional Development/Regulatory The successful candidate will ensure compliance with Company policies, regulatory, professional and legal requirements.
The candidate should ideally be/have: 3rd level degree in IT/Computer Science/Data or equivalent, or relevant business or technical experience At least 5 years experience in data architecture, data modelling, data warehousing Strong understanding of data management principles and best practices Strong blend of technical ability, judgement and commercial awareness Strong problem solving and analytical skills Excellent communication and collaboration skills Broad technology experience current & future tools in use include Snowflake, SQL Server (DB and Analysis Services), Oracle, Azure, Power BI (On-Prem And Service), Tableau Knowledge of industry trends, directions, roadmaps, capability models and frameworks Familiarity with data governance and data quality frameworks Experience of successfully leading and delivering projects/initiatives Evidence of leadership and ability to influence peers and colleagues.
Effective at planning and forecasting and at identifying/raising risks and issues in a timely manner Ability to analyse complex issues and to make recommendations and decisions Strong decision-making ability and an ability to develop new techniques to solve problems if necessary.
Be highly motivated with an ability to work on own initiative and demonstrate flexibility.
Strong analytical skills with a desire to challenge & improve practices and processes as required.
A very high level of energy & drive, and lead by example.
Behavioural Competencies Problem solving and decision making Communicating and Influencing Team working & cross functional collaboration Planning and Organising Drive for Results Skills: Azure, Data Architecture, Tableau, Snowflake