Data Architect

Wakefield, United Kingdom
Last month
£55,000 – £60,000 pa

Salary

£55,000 – £60,000 pa

Job Type
Permanent
Work Pattern
Flexible
Work Location
On-site
Seniority
Senior
Education
Degree
Posted
5 May 2026 (Last month)

Benefits

24 days annual leave + bank holidays + 3 Christmas close down days Local Government Pension Scheme Health and wellbeing package Flexi-scheme Family-friendly policies Cycle to Work scheme Subsidised canteen Free parking Opportunities for continuous learning and development

Your new company
A Data Architect is required on a permanent basis to join an inclusive and forward-thinking organisation based in Wakefield. The organisation promotes diversity, work-life balance, and professional development in an environment where employees can thrive.


Your new role
As a Data Architect, you will play a pivotal role in the Business Intelligence & Data Team. You'll lead the design, development, and implementation of enterprise-wide data architecture, ensuring data is treated as a strategic asset. Your work will enable high-quality, secure, and accessible data to drive organisational insight and decision-making.

Key Duties:

  • Designing scalable, secure, future-proof enterprise data architecture
  • Defining data modelling standards, integration patterns, and governance frameworks
  • Leading the design of data platforms, including cloud solutions and data warehouses
  • Translating business requirements into robust technical solutions
  • Ensuring data quality, security, and GDPR compliance
  • Providing technical coaching and mentoring to data professionals
  • Evaluating emerging data technologies and recommending adoption
  • Supporting metadata management and Master Data Management (MDM) initiatives


What you'll need to succeed

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience
  • Proven experience in enterprise-wide data architecture
  • Deep understanding of data architecture principles, data modelling, metadata and MDM
  • Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud)
  • Strong SQL skills; Python desirable
  • Excellent cross-functional stakeholder engagement
  • Ability to lead on data governance, quality, and compliance
  • Experience delivering data platform migrations and analytical solutions


What you'll get in return

  • Salary up to £58,000
  • Generous annual leave (24 days + bank holidays + 3 Christmas close down days)
  • Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Health and wellbeing package
  • Flexi-scheme and flexible working options
  • Family-friendly policies
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Subsidised canteen and free parking
  • Opportunities for continuous learning and development


What you need to do now
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