Associate Director of Data Architecture and Standards

Digital Health and Care Wales; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A national health digital service provider is seeking an Associate Director of Data Architecture & Standards in Cardiff. You'll lead strategic data initiatives across the health sector, develop scalable data models, and ensure alignment with national priorities. The role requires strong leadership in data governance and stakeholder engagement to enhance digital transformation efforts. Benefits include flexible working, competitive salary, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible working

28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• Experience leading data architecture initiatives within health or care sectors.
• Proven track record in implementing data governance frameworks.
• Strong understanding of digital transformation strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of data architecture for NHS Wales.
• Develop scalable, interoperable data models to improve service delivery.
• Guide teams through change and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership in data architecture

Stakeholder engagement

Data governance

Strategic planning

Change management

Job description

Overview

Are you ready to shape the future of digital healthcare in Wales? We’re seeking an exceptional leader to join us as Associate Director of Data Architecture & Standards. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to drive strategic data initiatives across the health and care system, ensuring alignment with national digital priorities and clinical transformation. You’ll lead the development of enterprise-wide data architecture, champion data standards, and influence senior stakeholders to embed data-driven decision-making at every level. If you're passionate about innovation, governance, and making a real impact through data, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

As Associate Director, you’ll lead the strategic design and implementation of data architecture across NHS Wales. You’ll oversee the development of scalable, interoperable data models and frameworks that support digital transformation and improve service delivery. Working closely with senior leaders, you’ll ensure data systems are robust, user-centred, and aligned with evolving organisational needs. You’ll also guide teams through change, foster a culture of continuous improvement, and represent the organisation in high-level discussions across government and industry.

About Digital Health and Care Wales (DHCW)

Digital Health and Care Wales (DHCW) is an expert national body and part of NHS Wales. We work in partnership with NHS Wales colleagues and other key stakeholders to provide national digital and data services which support the delivery of health and social care in Wales. Modern health and care services depend on good digital tools, data and information. DHCW runs or works with more than 100 services and delivers major national digital transformation programmes to support this. In addition, DHCW provides expert advice in relation to cyber security and information governance. We give frontline staff the digital tools which help them provide safer and more efficient care. We are also giving patients and the public digital tools to better manage their own health and wellbeing, empowering people to live healthier lives. We put people at the heart of what we do, working to the highest standards to deliver quality and make digital a force for good in health and care.

Benefits

Working for DHCW offers lots of employee benefits, including flexible working, a competitive salary, 28 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays and opportunities for career development. We are committed to recognising and celebrating our staff as the most valuable part of our organisation.

How to apply

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Rebecca Cook
Job title: Chief Data Officer
Email address: [e-mail]