Data Architect

Experis; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Data Architect / Data Specialist for a 6-month contract role in the defence sector. The position offers a competitive rate of up to £850 per day with a hybrid working model. Candidates must have at least 5 years of experience, strong skills in data modelling and security, and hold active SC Clearance. This is a pivotal role aimed at establishing a secure and scalable data architecture for critical defence capabilities.

Benefits

Competitive day rate

Flexible hybrid working

Opportunity to shape critical defence data capabilities

Qualifications

• At least 5 years' experience in a senior data architecture or specialist role.
• Proven track record in delivering data solutions in complex environments.
• Strong understanding of secure data environments and access controls.

Responsibilities

• Shape the organisation's data architecture ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Design and implement Microsoft-centric data architectures.
• Define data structure, governance, and access across multiple teams.

Skills

Data modelling

Microsoft data platforms

Data security

Stakeholder engagement

Lifecycle management

SC Clearance

Tools

SharePoint

Dataverse

OneLake

Job description

Data Architect / Data Specialist - Contract (Outside IR35)
Rate: Up to £850 per day
Location: Hybrid - Home working with on-site work at a Bristol-based defence client
Duration: 6 months

A Bristol-based SME working closely with defence sector clients is seeking an experienced Data Architect / Data Specialist to support the design and implementation of a secure, scalable data foundation. This is a 6-month contract role, operating outside IR35, with a hybrid working arrangement split between remote delivery and on-site engagement in Bristol.

You will take a lead role in shaping the organisation's data architecture, ensuring it is robust, sustainable, and compliant with defence and regulatory requirements. Working with senior stakeholders, technical teams, and delivery partners, you will define how data is structured, governed, and accessed across multiple teams, with a clear focus on long-term scalability and future expansion.

The role will involve designing and implementing Microsoft-centric data architectures, with particular emphasis on platforms such as SharePoint and Dataverse, and exposure to modern data platforms such as OneLake. You will be responsible for setting best practices around data modelling, security, and lifecycle management, ensuring compliance with ITAR and other relevant regulatory frameworks. A strong understanding of secure data environments and access controls is essential.

To be successful, you will have at least 5 years' experience operating in a senior data architecture or specialist role, with a proven track record of delivering data solutions in complex or regulated environments. You must hold active SC Clearance.

This contract offers a competitive day rate, flexible hybrid working, and the opportunity to play a key role in underpinning critical defence data capabilities within a growing SME