Lead Data Architect

• Collaborate with client stakeholders to design data strategies aligned to organisation strategy and goal
• Analyse client data landscapes, document current-state data systems, and conduct Data Maturity Assessments
• Map data assets, information flows, and user needs
• Design interoperable data models and solutions to meet client needs
• Advise on selection and implementation of data products and tools
• Develop data standards, create data catalogues, and design governance processes
• Facilitate workshops and interviews to understand user needs and organisational priorities
• Create documentation, visual artefacts, and architecture diagrams
• Develop prioritised roadmaps to implement data strategy
• Advise on data capabilities and operating models
• Provide support to build data literacy where necessary
• Advise on AI adoption and guidance on data to support AI implementation
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships
• Communicate complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders
• Lead project workstreams or small/medium client work in data-related engagements
• Manage uncertainty and ambiguity on behalf of clients and teams
• Lead by example, promoting an inclusive team culture
• Contribute to the continual development of our technology and data practice
• Mentor or line manage junior consultants and contribute to internal learning
• Contribute to business development and marketing activities
• Input into bids and proposals with a focus on data-related content
• Maintain a strong understanding of emerging trends and technologies in the data space

Technologies:

• AI
• Architect
• Flow
• Support
• Marketing, We are seeking a Lead Data Architect to join our Technology Strategy and Architecture practice. In this strategic role, you will drive digital transformation from a data perspective and support clients in defining their data vision. You will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams across design, data engineering, technology, and delivery, while operating as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders. We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment with strong benefits, including 30 days of holiday, volunteer days, maternity/paternity leave, personal learning budgets, and various health and wellness programs. At TPXimpact, we are dedicated to creating sustainable solutions and empowering our clients for impactful change.

• Successful track record of designing data architecture and data models
• Experience in developing and reviewing data architecture artefacts, e.g. data landscapes, enterprise conceptual models, and data flow diagrams
• Proven experience of implementing data governance and overseeing data lifecycles
• Experience designing, implementing, or evaluating organisational data strategies
• Strong verbal and written skills and experience of presenting technical concepts and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Demonstrable knowledge of a wide range of data solutions, common data platforms, and emerging data technologies
• Understanding of common data modelling patterns and standards
• Experience in a consultancy setting, demonstrating adaptability and responsiveness to client needs
• Experience facilitating workshops, interviews, or training with senior business stakeholders
• Champion of user needs and user research in the context of data strategy
• Committed to personal and professional development, staying abreast of industry trends
• A technology and platform agnostic perspective
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Awareness of the priorities and challenges of public sector and charity sector organisations
• Experience leading projects or teams
• Experience working in diverse, remote, and multi-disciplinary teams (desirable)
• Experience with agile methodologies (desirable)
• Experience line managing or mentoring junior colleagues (desirable)