Enterprise Information Architect — Data Governance for Banking

Absa Group; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 800 000 - 1 100 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading African bank is seeking an experienced Information Architect to drive the design and evolution of enterprise information architecture. The role involves governance and alignment of data assets to ensure compliance and quality across business units. Candidates should have over 7 years in data architecture, with a solid background in financial services and relevant degrees. This position supports hybrid working with essential on-site collaboration during key meetings.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in data architecture, particularly in financial services.
• Certification in data management or enterprise architecture is advantageous.
• Strong experience in complex data modelling.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Enterprise Information Architecture.
• Define and enforce data governance standards.
• Engage with business architecture to ensure consistency across initiatives.

Skills

Data modelling

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering

Tools

Modelling tools

Data lineage tools

Job description

A leading African bank is seeking an experienced Information Architect to drive the design and evolution of enterprise information architecture. The role involves governance and alignment of data assets to ensure compliance and quality across business units. Candidates should have over 7 years in data architecture, with a solid background in financial services and relevant degrees. This position supports hybrid working with essential on-site collaboration during key meetings.