With over 25 years' experience, over 250 care homes, and six independent hospitals, Barchester is one of the UK's foremost care providers. Our mission is to provide the best possible person-centred care to elderly and vulnerable people, and we have an exciting opportunity for a Data Analyst to join our IT Delivery team to support this goal.

The successful candidate will be joining the business during an exciting time of transformation, and this role will provide the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, diverse environment which requires a pragmatic, commercial approach to shaping and executing our enterprise data strategy. This new position will include designing, implementing, and maintaining a robust data architecture framework, which will be pivotal in transforming our data landscape. In this role you will be responsible for establishing the technical vision for handling all data assets and translating business requirements into efficient and scalable data solutions. Your expertise will be essential in ensuring data quality and governance, and facilitate data-driven decision-making.

This is a permanent, predominantly remote position with occasional travel across the UK, particularly to Inverness and London. We are offering an impressive

rewards and benefits

package, including:Competitive starting salary25 days annual leave, plus bank holidaysFlexible, remote workingUnlimited access to our generous refer a friend scheme, earning up to £500* per referralAccess to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts at big brands and supermarketsFree access to medical specialists, who are available for a second opinion if you need to make a decision with confidenceConfidential and free access to counselling and legal services

Required experience and qualifications:Higher education degree or equivalent8+ years of experience in Data ArchitectureExpert knowledge of data architecture principles and methodologiesTrack record of implementing enterprise-wide data solutionsStrong leadership and influencing abilitiesFlexibility to travel occasionally to other office locationsAbility to work extended hours when required

Role and responsibilities:Design, development and execution of our strategic data architecture blueprintEstablish and implement comprehensive data architecture standards and principles that form the foundation of our Data PolicySpearhead the Data Architecture strategy, with particular focus on data sourcing methodologies and mastering approachesTake ownership of the data catalogue, collaborating with business units and change projects to ensure consistent, high-quality business and technical metadataServe as a key strategic advisor within the data programmeBridge the gap between data, technical, and business architectureAdvance organisational data maturityChampion data best practices across the organisation, ensuring their effective implementation in all data projects

If you'd like to use your expertise in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is an empowering and rewarding place to be. You'll have plenty of opportunity to grow your career in a large organisation with a warm and supportive environment.

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