Head of Architecture

RedRock Resourcing
12 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior
Compensation
£ 86K

Job location

Tech stack

Data Architecture
Data Governance
Data Systems
Data Strategy
Data Management

Job description

This senior leadership position plays a key role in shaping the organisation's enterprise data landscape - ensuring systems, processes, and people are aligned to deliver a consistent, efficient, and future-ready data capability. You'll lead a small team of specialists, working collaboratively across departments to embed best practice and deliver real business value through data., * Define and deliver the organisation's data architecture vision and roadmap.

  • Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of enterprise data solutions.
  • Establish strong data governance frameworks and reporting metrics to ensure integrity and compliance.
  • Promote data literacy across the business, building engagement and confidence in data-driven decision-making.
  • Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, influencing strategic direction and supporting transformation programmes.
  • Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship to develop internal data capability and talent.

Requirements

  • Experienced leader in data architecture, analytics, or data management within large or complex organisations.
  • Strong understanding of enterprise data frameworks, modelling practices, and governance principles.
  • Proven ability to translate data strategy into practical, scalable solutions.
  • Skilled communicator who can engage technical and non-technical stakeholders alike.
  • Strategic mindset with a hands-on approach to problem-solving and delivery.
  • Awareness of data compliance standards and the ability to embed best practice.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a data-focused leader looking to make a meaningful impact in a role where data is central to organisational success.

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