Head of Architecture

RedRock Resourcing; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking organization in Birmingham is seeking a Head of Data Architecture to lead the design and implementation of data solutions. This senior role involves defining the data architecture vision and establishing governance frameworks to ensure compliance. The successful candidate will have a strong leadership background and promote data literacy across the organization. This hybrid role offers a competitive salary between £90,000 and £100,000 for 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Experience in data architecture and data governance.
• Proven leadership skills with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments.

Responsibilities

• Define the organisation’s data architecture vision and roadmap.
• Lead the design and implementation of enterprise data solutions.
• Establish data governance frameworks and ensure compliance.

Job description

Job Description

Head of Data Architecture

📍 Birmingham (Hybrid)

💰 £90,000 - £100,000

🕒 35 hours per week | Monday – Friday

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Data Architecture to join a forward‑thinking organisation during a significant period of digital and data transformation.

This senior leadership position plays a key role in shaping the organisation’s enterprise data landscape – ensuring systems, processes, and people are aligned to deliver a consistent, efficient, and future‑ready data capability. You’ll lead a small team of specialists, working collaboratively across departments to embed best practice and deliver real business value through data.

The Role

• Define and deliver the organisation’s data architecture vision and roadmap.
• Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of enterprise data solutions.
• Establish strong data governance frameworks and reporting metrics to ensure integrity and compliance.
• Promote data literacy across the business, building engagement and confidence in data‑driven decision‑making.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, influencing strategic direction and supporting transformation programmes.