Business Data Architect

SLALOM CONSULTING SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Santo Niño 1st; On-site; PHP 6,890,000 - 10,335,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holistic well-being

Meaningful allowances

Professional growth investment

Job summary

Slalom Consulting Singapore Pte. Ltd. is seeking a Business Data Architect to partner with C-suite leaders and cross-functional teams to shape enterprise-wide transformation strategies anchored in Data & AI.

You will design scalable solutions and operating models to drive measurable value in regulated sectors such as financial services. You will lead the translation of business priorities into actionable AI roadmaps, defining KPIs, ROI, and value levers.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in business transformation, consulting, or enterprise architecture.
• Proven track record delivering large-scale transformation programs.
• Exposure to regulated industries (e.g., banking, financial services) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to define transformation strategies that leverage Data & AI for measurable business value.
• Translate enterprise priorities into actionable Data & AI roadmaps with clear KPIs, ROI, and value levers.
• Identify, shape, and prioritize high-impact AI and data use cases that enhance performance, manage risk, and improve customer outcomes.
• Design and implement Data & AI operating models, including governance frameworks, stewardship, and Responsible AI.
• Lead the translation of complex business problems into scalable, AI‑enabled solutions across data platforms, analytics, and generative AI.
• Architect modern, cloud‑native Data & AI platforms with robust governance, security, and scalability.
• Guide clients from initial experimentation to enterprise‑scale AI adoption, embedding AI into core business processes.
• Establish delivery models and AI factories to industrialize and scale Data & AI use case development.
• Drive change management initiatives, including AI literacy and capability programs for business and leadership teams.
• Act as a trusted advisor, providing thought leadership on AI trends, risks, and opportunities, while mentoring multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Business transformation

Enterprise architecture

Data & AI

Regulated industry expertise

Executive stakeholder engagement

Strategy development

Operating models

Data platforms (Snowflake)

AI/ML

Responsible AI

Change management

Mentoring teams

Tools

Snowflake

Databricks

Job description

About Slalom

Slalom is a global, human-centric business and technology consulting firm. We specialise in partnering with organisations that aspire to excellence, helping them tackle complex challenges and achieve transformative results through strategy, technology, and business transformation services. By prioritising people, Slalom creates a unique consulting experience, with a team of strategists and engineers delivering practical, end-to-end solutions that drive impactful outcomes for our clients. We empower people and organisations to dream bigger, move faster, and build better tomorrows for all.

About the Role

As a Business Data Architect at Slalom, you will work closely with C-suite executives, business leaders, and cross-functional teams to shape and deliver enterprise-wide transformation strategies anchored in Data & AI. You’ll bridge the gap between business vision and technical execution, designing scalable solutions and operating models that drive measurable value. Your expertise will help clients accelerate their AI and digital transformation journeys, particularly within regulated sectors such as financial services.

What You’ll Do

• Partner with business leaders to define transformation strategies that leverage Data & AI for measurable business value
• Translate enterprise priorities into actionable Data & AI roadmaps with clear KPIs, ROI, and value levers
• Identify, shape, and prioritize high-impact AI and data use cases that enhance performance, manage risk, and improve customer outcomes
• Design and implement Data & AI operating models, including governance frameworks, stewardship, and Responsible AI
• Lead the translation of complex business problems into scalable, AI‑enabled solutions across data platforms, analytics, and generative AI
• Architect modern, cloud‑native Data & AI platforms with robust governance, security, and scalability
• Guide clients from initial experimentation to enterprise‑scale AI adoption, embedding AI into core business processes
• Establish delivery models and AI factories to industrialize and scale Data & AI use case development
• Drive change management initiatives, including AI literacy and capability programs for business and leadership teams
• Act as a trusted advisor, providing thought leadership on AI trends, risks, and opportunities, while mentoring multidisciplinary teams

What You’ll Bring

Experience

• Extensive experience in business transformation, consulting, or enterprise architecture
• Proven track record delivering large‑scale transformation programs
• Deep experience driving Data & AI‑enabled transformation initiatives
• Exposure to regulated industries (e.g., banking, financial services) preferred

Capabilities

• Demonstrated expertise in strategy development, business case design, and value realization
• Ability to design operating models and lead process transformation
• Strong executive stakeholder engagement and influence skills
• In-depth knowledge of modern data platforms (e.g., Snowflake, Databricks), AI/ML, generative AI concepts, and Responsible AI practices
• Skilled at translating business needs into measurable, AI‑enabled solutions
• Experience with enterprise architecture and aligning business strategy with technology delivery
• Ability to scale solutions from pilot to enterprise‑wide deployment

Leadership & Soft Skills

• Excellent executive communication and storytelling abilities
• Strategic mindset paired with strong execution orientation
• Ability to influence and build consensus across complex stakeholder groups
• Structured problem‑solving and decision‑making skills

About Us

Deep connections, better outcome

We have deep relationships with leading technology partners and they love us for our innovative and outcome based approach. Our people are passionate about solving our clients problems using the tech that’s the best solution for them. What’s more, we’re there to work side‑by‑side with our client teams to enable them for success long after we’ve gone. We’re all about momentum that outlasts us.

Flexibility

Life is busy, and we understand that. Our team often juggles work, family, personal commitments, and crucial client obligations. We prioritise supporting our people in balancing what matters to them while ensuring we meet our client commitments. Flexibility is key, as we sometimes need to adapt to meet client needs. This way, our team can work on high‑impact projects they’ll love, knowing they have the flexibility to manage their personal and professional lives effectively.

People-first

Great solutions start with great people. At our employee‑led company, your voice matters, and we love to hear your feedback. By leading with kindness, empathy, and striving for equity, we create better experiences for everyone. Our culture encourages passion, adventure, adaptability, and diverse thinking. Inclusion, diversity, and equity are our top priorities, empowering our team to be their best selves. Together, we can create a great future by working collaboratively and supporting each other.

What keeps us here?

Our Singapore office knows the importance of a good work/life balance. We have the freedom to be ourselves when life gets in the way. We make a big effort to bring everyone together and allow space when space is needed. We believe in helping each other thrive in work and life and are proud to invest in benefits that include holistic well‑being, meaningful allowances, and investment in our team’s professional, technical, and personal growth.

It’s an exciting time to be one of our foundational members, getting involved in setting up our unique Singapore culture.