Enterprise Data Architect

Careerwise; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Data Strategy to lead enterprise-wide data transformation. This role involves owning the end-to-end data strategy during an ERP transition from Business Central to Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations. The ideal candidate will have a hands-on Enterprise Data Architect background, strong experience in the Microsoft ecosystem, and a proven track record in delivering data strategy. If you are ready to play a key role in a robust data governance implementation, apply now.

Qualifications

• Must be willing to be hands-on and lead data strategy.
• Proven experience in large transformation programmes.
• Strong technical understanding of data architecture.

Responsibilities

• Own and define the end-to-end data strategy for ERP transformation.
• Deliver BI reporting strategy and modernise business analytics.
• Establish robust data governance framework.

Skills

Enterprise Data Architect background

Microsoft Dynamics 365 experience

Strong experience with Azure

Proficient in Power BI

Experience with Databricks

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Interim Head of Data Strategy to lead our enterprise-wide data transformation agenda. This role requires a hands‑on, technically strong Enterprise Data Architect who can own and define the organisation's end‑to‑end data strategy during a major ERP transition from Microsoft Business Central to Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (F&O). The successful candidate will also design and implement robust global BI, data governance, and BI support frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and define the end‑to‑end data strategy for an ERP transformation from Business Central to Dynamics 365 F&O.
• Deliver a global BI reporting strategy and modernise analytics across the business.
• Establish a robust data governance framework.
• Create and embed an effective BI support and ticketing model.
• Work hands‑on across data architecture, financial data, integrations, and Databricks‑driven solutions.

Requirements

• Enterprise Data Architect background (must be willing to be hands‑on).
• Strong Microsoft ecosystem experience (Dynamics 365, Azure, Power BI, Dataverse).
• Proven experience with Databricks.
• Track record delivering data strategy within large transformation programmes.