The purpose of this role is to set the strategic direction for the team, taking ownership of the overall Insights and analysis discipline in the market and liaising with other channels to ensure an integrated response to people-based marketing objectivesJob Description:Dentsu is an integrated growth and transformation partner to the world’s leading organizations. Founded in 1901 in Tokyo, Japan, and now present in over 145 countries and regions, it has a proven track record of nurturing and developing innovations, combining the talents of its global network of leadership brands to develop impactful and integrated growth solutions for clients. Dentsu delivers end-to-end experience transformation (EX) by integrating its services across Media, CXM and Creative, while its business transformation (BX) mindset pushes the boundaries of transformation and sustainable growth for brands, people and society.Role Summary The Data Solutions Architect is responsible for designing, implementing and optimising the data and reporting solutions that support the global Heineken business. Working as part of the Global Analytics team, this role acts as the connection point between client stakeholders, analysts, reporting teams, data engineers and technology partners to ensure data is accessible, trusted and transformed into actionable business intelligence. Initially, the role is focused on one global client: establishing robust reporting foundations, improving data quality and governance, and supporting delivery of dashboards, measurement solutions and insight generation across Heineken global and local markets. This is a hands-on role combining data architecture, reporting delivery, stakeholder management and problem-solving. Key Responsibilities Data & Reporting Solutions Own the design and delivery of reporting and data solutions for Heineken. Support the implementation and ongoing enhancement of global dashboards and reporting frameworks. Translate business requirements into scalable data and reporting solutions. Work with data engineering and technology teams to ensure reliable data pipelines and reporting infrastructure. Support measurement frameworks that connect media, marketing, sales and brand performance data. Data Governance & Quality Collaborate with the Data Operations team to establish data governance processes, definitions and standards. Ensure reporting outputs are based on trusted and consistent data sources. Client & Stakeholder Management Act as a day-to-day point of contact for data and reporting requirements. Support senior leadership with reporting recommendations, roadmap planning and prioritisation. Help identify opportunities to improve visibility of performance, effectiveness and growth opportunities. Capability Building Contribute to the development of reporting best practices and reusable solutions. Support testing and adoption of new reporting capabilities, AI-enabled solutions and automation opportunities. What Success Looks Like in the First 12 Months Establish a deep understanding of Heineken’s global data and reporting ecosystem. Improve consistency, quality and reliability of reporting outputs. Enable faster and more actionable decision-making through improved reporting and data accessibility. Skills & Experience Experience in reporting, business intelligence, analytics or data solutions roles. Strong understanding of data structures, reporting workflows and dashboard development. Working knowledge of data engineering concepts, including data modelling, ETL/ELT, data pipelines, APIs and cloud-based data platforms. Experience working with modern data stacks such as Snowflake, BigQuery, Databricks, Azure. Experience with visualisation tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Looker Studio or similar. Ability to translate business requirements into practical data and reporting solutions. Experience working with multiple data sources and complex reporting requirements. What we offerThis is a permanent role.The team is based in our London office but operates under flexible working arrangements.As well as a competitive salary, you’ll enjoy a benefits package that you can tailor to your needs.Inclusion and DiversityAt Dentsu, we embrace diversity and inclusion, valuing the unique perspectives and contributions of every individual. We believe that diversity fuels creativity and innovation, benefiting our employees, partners, and communities.We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. We recognise the importance of work-life balance and are open to discussing flexible working arrangements for all roles. If you need reasonable adjustments due to a disability or medical condition during our recruitment process, please contact us at accommodations@dentsu.LI-HybridLocation:LondonBrand:Global MediaTime Type:Full timeContract Type:PermanentSummaryLocation: LondonType: Full time
Solution Architect / Data Architect - Banking in London employer: Dentsu
Dentsu is an exceptional employer that champions creativity and innovation in the heart of London. With a strong commitment to inclusion and diversity, employees enjoy a supportive work culture that fosters professional growth through continuous learning opportunities. The hybrid working model allows for flexibility, making it an ideal environment for those looking to thrive in the dynamic field of influencer marketing while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package.
