Data Architect/Data Modeller

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment platform in London is seeking an experienced Data Architect / Data Modeller to drive data strategy and support enterprise-wide decision-making. This role is critical for enabling sustainable cost efficiency and business transformation. The ideal candidate has proven experience in data architecture, strong knowledge of data modelling tools, and expertise in relational and non-relational database systems.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Data Architect or Data Modeller, ideally within cost optimisation or transformation programmes.
• Strong knowledge of data modelling tools.
• Expertise in relational and non-relational database systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable, flexible, and secure data architecture aligned with cost rationalisation goals.
• Develop conceptual, logical, and physical data models to support business requirements.
• Collaborate with business analysts, data engineers, and key stakeholders to define data requirements.

Skills

Data modelling tools

Relational database systems

Non-relational database systems

Data governance

Data quality principles

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Data Architect / Data Modeller to join our team as part of a strategic Cost Rationalisation Programme. This is a critical role that will drive data strategy, support enterprise-wide decision-making, and ensure our data architecture enables sustainable cost efficiency and business transformation.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable, flexible, and secure data architecture aligned with cost rationalisation goals
• Develop conceptual, logical, and physical data models to support business requirements
• Collaborate with business analysts, data engineers, and key stakeholders to define data requirements and transformation rules
• Analyse existing data systems and recommend improvements to reduce redundancy and improve data quality
• Ensure data governance, standards, and best practices are embedded into the architecture

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Data Architect or Data Modeller, ideally within cost optimisation or transformation programmes
• Strong knowledge of data modelling tools
• Expertise in relational and non-relational database systems
• Experience in enterprise data architecture, data warehousing, and data integration
• Strong understanding of data governance, metadata, and data quality principles