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Job Description

Data Architect – London (Hybrid, 2 days in the office)

We’re looking for a Data Architect who can take ownership of enterprise‑wide data governance and shape the future of data architecture across a complex, fast‑moving financial services environment. If you’re passionate about building scalable, compliant, cloud‑ready data ecosystems, this role puts you right at the centre of transformation.

What You’ll Be Doing

Developing and embedding governance frameworks covering ownership models, metadata strategy, lifecycle policies, and retention standards Leading cross‑functional governance activity, including chairing a Data Governance Council and driving stewardship across the organisation Defining and enforcing data quality standards while ensuring alignment with GDPR, CCPA, and wider regulatory expectations Designing and delivering modern data platforms, supporting cloud adoption, and shaping architecture across data lakes, warehouses, and content systems Promoting a data‑first culture through training, awareness, and best‑practice enablement

What You’ll Bring

Essential:

Strong experience in data architecture and modelling (conceptual, logical, physical) Background working with data lakes, warehouses, and master data management Hands‑on skills in ETL/ELT, integration, and orchestration Familiarity with Azure, Fabric, PowerBI, SQL Server, and PostgreSQL 5+ years’ recent experience in financial services or fintech

Desirable:

Certifications such as Azure/Fabric Data Engineer Associate or SnowPro Advanced Architect Experience designing analytics platforms in regulated environments

Personal Qualities

Confident communicator with strong stakeholder engagement skills Analytical, detail‑driven, and structured in your approach Collaborative leader who enjoys influencing and enabling others Commercially aware with a customer‑centric mindset

If you’re ready to lead data governance and architecture in a high‑impact role, get in touch for a confidential conversation.

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