Lead Data Architect - Birmingham or London in City of London, London

Energy Jobline CVL; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global energy job platform is seeking a Lead Data Architect to define the enterprise-wide data architecture and oversee data practices in a hybrid role based in London or Birmingham. The successful candidate will possess proven experience in data modeling and metadata management. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £83,000 depending on experience, along with an exciting opportunity to shape data governance strategies.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in designing data models and metadata systems.
• Skilled at interpreting organisational needs and translating them into effective data solutions.
• Adept at providing oversight and expert guidance to data architects involved in the design and production of data artefacts.

Responsibilities

• Define the data domain vision and develop comprehensive enterprise-wide data architecture policies.
• Establish and oversee the Data Architecture practice and associated capabilities.
• Supervise the creation and implementation of robust design guardrails and standards.

Skills

Data modeling

Metadata management

Data solutions

Job description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Lead Data Architect

Location: Birmingham or London (Hybrid working – 3 days onsite)

Salary: up to £83,000 DOE

Key responsibilities

• Define the data domain vision and develop comprehensive enterprise‑wide data architecture policies, patterns, processes, and guardrails to strategically manage change and ensure optimal data utilisation.
• Establish and oversee the Data Architecture practice and associated capabilities, facilitating knowledge sharing, fostering skills development, and promoting consistency across the organisation.
• Supervise the creation and implementation of robust design guardrails, standards, and policies that balance functional and non‑functional requirements while managing relevant risks in system delivery.
• Demonstrate expertise in data models, metadata management, and data dictionaries.
• Possess in‑depth knowledge of data systems and architectures, with an understanding of best practices for data management and maintenance.
• Utilise multiple data modelling and design tools and methodologies.
• Stay abreast of advancements in digital information technology and their potential applications.
• Apply advanced analytics practices and methodologies.
• Lead the definition and ongoing enhancement of Data Architecture frameworks, ensuring alignment with broader enterprise architecture strategies.
• Own and manage the corporate data model and data catalog, establishing standards for data modelling and design.
• Provide assurance that all IT development (both internal and supplier‑led) complies with corporate data management policies during data modelling activities.
• Oversee master data and data stores, and develop comprehensive information management plans and strategies.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in designing data models and metadata systems.
• Skilled at interpreting organisational needs and translating them into effective data solutions.
• Adept at providing oversight and expert guidance to data architects involved in the design and production of data artefacts.
• Experienced in designing and supporting the management of data dictionaries.

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