> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3564514-emea-cross-domain-data-architect-lead-director-smbc](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3564514-emea-cross-domain-data-architect-lead-director-smbc). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # EMEA Cross-Domain Data Architect Lead - Director - SMBC - **Company:** SMBC Group - **Location:** London, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Architecture, Data Governance, Data Infrastructure, Data Systems, Snowflake, IT Architecture, Agentic-AI, Collibra, Data Management, Databricks - **Published:** October 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.reed.co.uk/jobs/emea-cross-domain-data-architect-lead-director-smbc/57418658 ## About the Role * Business knowledge / SME in Party , product , Transaction , Risk, Finance, Operations, Compliance domains etc . This would include experience of working in financial services organisations and dealt with Business capabilities / process for varied products like Loans, Deposits, Capital Market products i.e. Derivatives, Bonds, Swaps, Options etc. Extensive knowledge on regulatory reporting requirements in these areas in EMEA and their solutions. Good understanding of Trade life cycle in corporate lending business, its actors / roles and responsibilities and how Data is managed through the same. Specialism in certain areas of Reg reporting for ex. ILAAP , FINREP , STE , TTR, CCR etc will hold significance * Proven ability to mobilise Data Domain Architecture functions * Proven ability to deliver Data domain architecture target states * Experience in defining & establishing operating models, governance functions and running them in large banks * Understanding of current data methodologies (e.g., Lake, Mesh, Fabric, Hybrid, Agentic) * Good experience of working with data management artefacts in tools like Collibra, Axon , Purview Desirable: * Data modelling experience/ Knowledge and usability * Experience evaluating and recommending data tools * Experience with Databricks, Snowflake, or similar platforms * Familiarity with Enterprise Architecture Tooling i.e. Lean IX , Ardoq etc Competencies Customer Focus Driving Change Driving Results Embraces Diversity Enterprise Leadership Judgement and Decision Making Risk Management Strategic and Visionary Trust and Integrity ## Description The EMEA Cross-Domain Data Architect Lead (Director) is responsible for setting up the data domain architecture function and providing the leadership required to lead data architecture across key business domains, including Party, Product, Transaction, Risk, Finance, Compliance, Operations and HR. The role works proactively with Business and IT to embed data domain and data product thinking, define current and target data states, shape data products, apply architecture governance, standards and decision principles, and guide teams on domain structure and management. It also enables the data management lifecycle and foundational capabilities for strategic programmes such as the Data Platform, Client Lifecycle Programme, ECB, BCBS 239, and regional or global initiatives, while collaborating with global domain architects to align architecture vision, policies and standards across data domains. Business Area Data Office > Data Architecture - Supports all business areas Position Description Business Area / Domain: Thought leadership to embed data domain / data product thinking, Implement data policy standards, policies, and guidelines to ensure data deliveries and architecture artifacts maintain integrity, quality, and consistency across the Business area / domain. Ensure Alignment to Data Governance Frameworks and IT initiatives in the data domain Data Modelling: Oversee Business area / domain data modelling and its alignment to global enterprise data models Data Products: Conceptualise and drive Data Product thinking within data domain and Cross-Domain areas with business and IT Architecture Governance: Drive the target state, decisions on data solutions and data products for cross data Domain Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with IT teams and business stakeholders to gain alignment on data domain architecture. Contribute to data architecture discussions and lead decision-making in this area. Industry and Technology Trends: Stay informed about industry trends, emerging data technologies, and best practices in data architecture and management. 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