At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the strategic direction of data platforms and drive innovation in technology.
- Company: Join Kyowa Kirin International, a forward-thinking pharmaceutical company.
- Benefits: Hybrid work model, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic role with occasional travel and a commitment to equal opportunities.
- Why this job: Shape the future of data architecture in a global organisation.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in cloud data technologies and enterprise architecture.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 120000 £ per year.
To ensure the organisation’s ICT strategy is aligned with its business goals, you will be responsible for analysing business processes, defining the technology needs, and the external environment. You will oversee the strategic direction of our data platforms and products. This role requires a visionary leader with a deep understanding of platform technologies, strong leadership skills, and the ability to drive innovation and growth. Experience in modern cloud data technologies like Azure is a must and applications landscape like D365, SuccessFactors, Veeva, Salesforce, etc is beneficial.
Responsibilities:
- Assessment of our current ICT data strategy, data and technology landscape, conduct a maturity assessment and development of a target data platform and technology blueprint for the organisation.
- Develop and maintain business data.
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree preferred.
- Fluent in spoken and written English.
- Knowledge of spoken and written Japanese is an asset but not must.
- Proven experience in the designing and implementation of target Enterprise data and information architectures for global organisations.
- Strong expertise in Azure data platforms and standards.
- Strong understanding of data platforms, including cloud computing, microservices, APIs, and data management.
- Experience with Agile methodologies and project management tools.
- Experience with market research methodologies and competitive analysis.
- Some experience working within the pharmaceutical industry.
- Occasional local and international travel with overnight stays.
Kyowa Kirin International is an equal opportunities employer.
Global Director, Data Architecture employer: Kyowa Kirin International
Kyowa Kirin International plc is an exceptional employer that fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking to make a meaningful impact in the pharmaceutical industry. With a hybrid working model based in the picturesque locations of Marlow or Galashiels, employees benefit from a supportive environment that prioritises personal growth and development, alongside competitive remuneration and comprehensive benefits. The company values diversity and inclusion, ensuring that every team member has the opportunity to thrive and contribute to the strategic direction of our data platforms and products.
