Base pay range

Salary: £56,360 to £64,210 per annum (plus ILW if residing and working in London)

Hours: 35 per week, Flexible (Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm)

Contract: Permanent

Could you help us act upon the latest data and insights to design our services, partner and convene, raise income, and advocate for change?

Could you help enable evidence-based decision-making across British Red Cross and in the broader movement?

Taking a use‑case based approach, could you be responsible for building Data Architecture designs, strategies, governance and principles, ensuring new systems and data products are developed?

What will a day in the life of an Enterprise Data Architect involve?

• Provide architectural support for the data and insight technical ecosystem, including the data platform and insight tools, and the integration of new data sources into the ecosystem.
• Consult and advise spokes and Technology on the data and insight technology architecture, with particular focus on how directorate-specific tools and platforms integrate with the data and insight architecture.
• Design the structural framework for how data is organised, stored, integrated, and used.
• Establish standards for data models, databases, integration patterns, and data definitions.
• Create and maintain data flow diagrams showing how information moves through systems.

To be a successful Enterprise Data Architect, what will you need?

• Strong ability to influence within the organisation.
• Excellent ability to communicate data and technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Strong knowledge of data modelling techniques (dimensional, relational, etc.).
• Proficiency in database technologies (SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, etc.).
• Experience with cloud data platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Proven experience designing and implementing large-scale data solutions.

Interested?

The closing date for applications is 23.59hrs on Tuesday the 20th of January 2026 with interviews to follow.

In return for your commitment and expertise, you’ll get:

• Flexible working: Remote and hybrid working, flexitime, compressed hours, and job sharing.
• Holidays: 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
• Pension scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension.
• Learning & Development: A range of career & learning opportunities.
• Discounts: Blue Light Discount Card, Tickets For Good & employee benefits platform.
• Cycle2Work: Lease a bicycle through the scheme.

We are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme for UK-based roles. During your application, you'll have the option to apply under the scheme.

At the British Red Cross, we value diversity and maintain an inclusive environment for all staff and volunteers. We champion our teams in bringing their true selves to work, free from discrimination. This is achieved through reporting and assistance from our internal networks: Race and Ethnic Equality (REEN), LGBT+, Disability and Wellness (DAWN), Gender, Carers, and Young Staff Network.

Together, we are the world's emergency responders

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Non-profit Organizations