At a Glance
- Tasks: Shape enterprise data architecture and support transformative initiatives in the Housing Association sector.
- Company: Leading Housing Association driving major transformation programmes.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, hybrid work model, and opportunity to influence change.
- Other info: Exciting role with opportunities for professional growth and collaboration.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact on data governance and architecture.
- Qualifications: Proven experience as a Data Architect in large-scale transformations, ideally in social housing.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
We are seeking an experienced Data Architect to join a major transformation programme within a leading Housing Association. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned data professional to play a key advisory and architectural role across enterprise-wide change initiatives. The successful candidate will bring strong experience in classic architecture services, enterprise data governance, data modelling, and transformation delivery, ideally within the Housing Association or Social Housing sector.
Key Experience Required
- Strong background as a Data Architect within large-scale transformation environments
- Previous experience working within a Housing Association / Social Housing organisation
- Deep understanding of how data operates within Housing Associations
- Proven experience delivering:
- Data Governance frameworks
- Enterprise Data Models
- Data Migration strategies
- Data Architecture advisory within change programmes
- Transformation and organisational change initiatives
- Experience acting as a design authority within complex programmes
- Ability to balance strategic architecture with practical delivery
Key Responsibilities
- Shape and assure enterprise data architecture outcomes across the organisation
- Define and maintain data architecture principles, standards, and patterns
- Own and steward the enterprise data model as a core corporate asset
- Maintain data standards, entities, attributes, relationships, business glossary, and data dictionary
- Support integration, analytics, reporting, governance, and AI-related data initiatives
- Act as the Data Design Authority across programmes and projects
- Provide architectural assurance and constructive challenge within change delivery
- Collaborate with engineering and delivery teams to ensure scalable and sustainable solutions
- Promote strong data governance, metadata, lineage, and quality practices
- Support architecture maturity and embed architectural best practice across the organisation
Desirable Experience
- Experience within regulated environments
- Understanding of data retention and compliance requirements
- Exposure to enterprise architecture tooling and repositories
- Strong stakeholder engagement and advisory capability
Contract Details
- Start: ASAP
- Location: Hybrid / UK-based
- Rate: (Apply online only) per day
- IR35 Status: Outside IR35
If you are an experienced Data Architect with strong transformation and Housing Association experience, we would love to hear from you.
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Join a leading Housing Association in London as a Data Architect and be part of a transformative journey that prioritises innovation and social impact. Our collaborative work culture fosters professional growth, offering opportunities to shape enterprise-wide data strategies while ensuring strong governance and quality practices. With a focus on meaningful change in the community, we provide a supportive environment where your expertise can thrive and make a real difference.
