Data Architect

Wesleyan; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

28 days holiday + 1 culture day

Flexible hybrid working

Company pension scheme

Free underground Birmingham parking

Salary sacrifice schemes

Enhanced family leave & volunteering

Job summary

Wesleyan is seeking a Lead Data Architect in Birmingham to join a fast-moving data architecture team. You will lead projects, shape data solutions and collaborate across governance, architecture, and engineering to enable confident decision-making.

The role focuses on designing scalable data platforms, mastering data management, and integrating heterogeneous data sources in a cloud environment, with Azure experience advantageous. A hybrid 2-days-per-week in-office pattern applies.

Qualifications

• Experience working with Data Engineering, Architecture and Technology teams to deliver data solutions.
• Strong background in data architecture, data modelling, data mapping and master data management.
• Enterprise data platforms such as data lakes, data hubs and operational data stores, ideally in cloud environments; Azure experience is beneficial.
• Hands-on with APIs, GraphQL, JSON and XML; proficient in SQL, Python and Databricks; Power BI is a plus.
• Lead data architecture initiatives and collaborate with stakeholders in Agile environments to improve data quality and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Build partnerships across Data Engineering, Architecture and Governance to ensure trusted, well-governed data.
• Design and implement data architecture and master data solutions for reporting, analytics and customer insight.
• Enable seamless data flow across systems using modern integration approaches to unlock value.
• Drive scalable, cloud-based data platforms to support growth and transformation programmes.
• Provide data architecture leadership across complex change initiatives with stakeholders across the business.

Skills

Data architecture

Data modelling

Master data management

Azure

SQL

Python

Databricks

APIs

GraphQL

Power BI

Agile

Tools

Databricks

Power BI

Azure

Job description

Salary: Up to £80,000, based on skills and experience

Contract Type: Permanent– 35 hours a week

Location: Hybrid working (office based in Birmingham) – typically 2 days in the office per week

Closing Date: 05/11/26

Shape Brighter Futures with Wesleyan

Established in 1841, Wesleyan help trusted professionals—GPs, hospital doctors, dentists, and teachers—secure their financial future. Today, we’re proud to continue that mission with passion and purpose. If you’re looking for a role where your expertise makes a real impact, and you want to work in a culture that values collaboration, innovation, and integrity, we’d love to hear from you.

Find out more about who we are: About Wesleyan

Make a Difference in Data Architecture and Engineering

This role sits in a fast paced, dynamic data architecture team who are adding huge value to programs of work across the organisation. Joining an immediate team of 4, you will take the lead as one of the project data architects ensuring that the ‘centre of excellence,’ objectives run through every project across all business units.

Your Impact

Here’s how you’ll make a difference:

• Build strong partnerships across Data Engineering, Architecture, Governance and Data Quality teams to ensure trusted, well-governed data that supports confident decision-making across the business.
• Design and implement effective data architecture, modelling and master data solutions that create a single, reliable foundation for reporting, analytics and customer insight.
• Enable seamless data flow across systems through modern integration approaches, helping the organisation unlock greater value from its data and improve operational efficiency.
• Drive the development of scalable, cloud-based data platforms that support business growth, future innovation and the delivery of strategic transformation programmes.
• Provide data architecture leadership across complex change initiatives, influencing stakeholders, resolving challenges and delivering high-quality solutions that enhance customer outcomes and long-term business value.

What You’ll Bring

• You’ll have experience working collaboratively with Data Engineering, Architecture and Technology teams to deliver practical, business-focused data solutions that create real value for stakeholders and customers.
• A strong background in data architecture, data modelling, data mapping and master data management, with the ability to design scalable solutions that support reporting, analytics and future business growth.
• Extensive experience building and enhancing enterprise data platforms, such as data lakes, data hubs and operational data stores, ideally within cloud environments, with Azure experience being particularly beneficial.
• A good understanding of modern data integration approaches, including APIs, GraphQL, JSON and XML, alongside hands‑on experience with tools such as SQL, Python and Databricks. Exposure to Power BI would be an added advantage.
• An approachable and proactive mindset, with the confidence to lead data architecture initiatives, engage stakeholders across the business, solve complex challenges and drive improvements in data quality, efficiency and overall business outcomes within Agile environments.

Benefits That Work for You

We believe rewards should reflect the life you live. Here’s what you can expect:

• Annual bonus to recognise your contribution.
• 28 days holiday (plus a culture day!) – rising to 30 days with service.
• Flexible hybrid working for better work-life balance.
• Company pension scheme – matched plus 2% (up to 10%).
• Free secure underground Birmingham city centre parking (subject to availability, weekend use included).
• Salary sacrifice schemes that help you provide the things that matter – to include PMI, Electric Vehicle Leasing and cashback on everyday essentials.
• Enhanced family leave and two volunteering days to give back to causes you care about.

Discover the full range of benefits: Wesleyan Careers Rewards

Why Wesleyan?

We’re building a culture where everyone belongs. Diversity isn’t just a policy—it’s part of who we are. Whatever your background, we want you to feel valued and empowered to thrive. We’re proud supporters of the ABI Making Flexible Work campaign, which means we’re open to discussing flexible working, job shares, and part‑time options.

If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know—we’re here to support you.

What to Know Before Applying

• Right to Work: We’re unable to provide VISA sponsorship, so you’ll need the legal right to live and work in the UK.
• Advert Closing: We typically advertise for two weeks but may close early if we receive a high volume of applications—apply early to avoid disappointment.