Data Architect- Salesforce project (IT) / Freelance

Real Staffing; Salford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Data Architect in the North West of England. The role involves leading the design and implementation of data models and integration strategies, especially within the Salesforce CRM ecosystem. The ideal candidate has proven experience in data architecture and governance, along with strong stakeholder engagement skills. This contract position offers a competitive daily rate of £500-£600 and is based in a transformative project for a university's CRM platform.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in enterprise data architecture and governance.
• Strong hands-on experience with CRM systems like Salesforce.
• Expertise in relational data structures and data modeling tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of scalable data architecture solutions.
• Define data models and integration strategies.
• Ensure compliance with data governance and privacy standards.

Skills

Data Architecture & Governance

Salesforce Experience

Data Models

Integration Strategies

Data Quality Frameworks

Stakeholder Engagement

Job description

Data Architect Opportunity (Contract) - North West of England We are excited to share an excellent opportunity for a skilled Data Architect to join our client in the Higher Education sector on a contract basis. Our client is seeking someone with expertise in data architecture and governance to contribute to impactful projects that influence their dynamic organisation. This role is based in the North West of England and offers a competitive daily rate of £500-£600, inside IR35.

The Role The Data Architect will work closely within our client's team, leading the design and implementation of data models, integration strategies, and data quality frameworks, particularly in relation to their Salesforce CRM ecosystem. Stakeholder engagement will also play a vital aspect of this role, ensuring alignment with the organisation's goals and challenges.

Key Skills and Expertise

• Data Architecture & Governance : Proven ability to define and manage robust data structures and frameworks that advance organizational goals.
• Salesforce Experience : Expertise in working with Salesforce CRM to design and implement scalable, efficient systems.
• Data Models : Strong capability in designing data models tailored to organisational needs.
• Integration Strategies : Experience in seamless integration of data systems and platforms to enhance operational efficiency.
• Data Quality Frameworks : Skilled in developing strategies to maintain high data integrity and quality standards.
• Stakeholder Engagement : Effective in collaborating with diverse stakeholders to ensure alignment and buy-in throughout the data lifecycle.

If interested, please contact Louise Green () to discuss in more detail.

Please click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement.

To find out more about Real, please visit

Real Staffing, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales

Candidate profile :

• Job Title: Data Architect (Contract)
• Location: North West England
• Contract Duration: 3 Months
• Start Date: ASAP
• Day Rate: Approx £600- £625 per day
• IR35 Status: Inside IR35

Role Overview

A University are embarking on a transformative digital journey, beginning with the implementation of Salesforce for their Alumni and Development teams. This initiative will replace legacy systems and lay the groundwork for a unified, enterprise-wide CRM platform.

We are seeking a highly experienced Enterprise Data Architect to lead the design and governance of data architecture across the university's CRM ecosystem. This role is pivotal in ensuring secure, scalable, and efficient data flows, enabling actionable insights and supporting long-term strategic goals.

You will collaborate closely with internal IT teams (Enterprise Architects, Data Architects, Integration Architects, CRM Team), third-party Salesforce implementation partners, and end-user teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of scalable data architecture solutions aligned with enterprise CRM strategy.
• Define data models, integration strategies, and data quality frameworks.
• Ensure compliance with data governance, security, and privacy standards (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
• Collaborate with stakeholders across technical and non-technical teams to align data solutions with business needs.
• Support the implementation of Salesforce and future CRM integrations.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in enterprise data architecture and governance.
• Strong hands‑on experience with CRM systems such as Salesforce or Dynamics.
• Expertise in relational data structures, data modelling tools, and enterprise repositories.
• Deep understanding of data governance, quality, and security standards.
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as GDPR and CCPA.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.