Data & Information Architect

Southern Housing; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Housing is seeking a Data & Information Architect to evolve our data and information architecture and support data-driven transformation. Reporting to the Head of BI & Analytics, you will review data flows, shape future-state architecture, and unlock value from our data assets.

You will collaborate with Technology, Transformation and BI teams, bridging technical and business stakeholders to deliver robust, scalable data solutions and ensure data quality and governance across the

Qualifications

• Experience with data modelling and data governance (including use of tools).
• Experience with cloud-based data platforms (e.g. Azure, AWS, GCP) and relational databases (Oracle, SQL Server).
• Demonstrable understanding of data security, privacy and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and evolve the organization's data and information architecture maturity plan.
• Review and optimize data flows and state architecture for scalable data storage and retrieval.
• Collaborate with Data Engineers and BI teams to design data warehouses/data lakes.
• Define data standards, naming conventions, and data classifications.
• Act as bridge between technical and business stakeholders across forums.

Skills

Data modelling

Data governance

Cloud platforms

Relational databases

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Data security & privacy

Tools

Microsoft Fabric

Job description

At Southern Housing, we’re looking for a driven Data & Information Architect to help evolve our data and information architecture and support the delivery of our data‑driven transformation. Reporting to the Head of Business Intelligence & Analytics, you’ll play a vital role in reviewing and improving our data flows, shaping our future‑state architecture, and unlocking the value of our data assets

In this role, you’ll work in close collaboration with our Technology and Transformation teams and represent the Data & BI team across key forums, acting as a bridge between technical and business stakeholders.

If you’re motivated by enhancing data practices, collaborating across cross‑functional teams, and helping shape a robust and scalable data architecture, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact!

The Location

Hybrid 2 days a week at our Farringdon office

What you'll do:

• Develop and implement the organization's data and information architecture maturity plan, in alignment with the Technology and Transformation Strategy
• Evolve the as-is Data flow diagrams to a more comprehensive data & information architecture.
• Identify and align data types (Master, Transactional, Reference etc), systems/applications, Sub domains
• Define data standards, naming conventions, and data classification policies to ensure consistent and accurate data management practices.
• Collaborate with Data Engineers, Data Quality Engineers and Data Warehouse Engineer to design and optimize database structures, data warehouses, and data lakes for efficient and scalable data storage, computing and retrieval.

What you'll need:

• Experience with data modelling and data governance (including use of tools)
• Experience with cloud-based data platforms (e.g. Azure, AWS, GCP), and relational databases (e.g. Oracle, SQL Server)
• Demonstrable experience with Microsoft Fabric Clear understanding of data security, privacy, and compliance requirements
• Demonstration of an ability to manage multiple projects (and prioritise them)
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, strong communication and an ability to translate business requirements into data solutions
• An ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams

Closing Date

Sunday 9th August 2026 at 23:59

Please note we hold the right to close the vacancy early depending on application volume.