Associate Data Architect in Preston

As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive. We are a fast-growing firm with big ambitions - we have a clear goal to become the premium adviser to the middle market, globally. This vision touches everything we do, motivating and inspiring us to become better every day. If you are looking for a firm where you can build a future and make an impact, then RSM is the place for you.

Make an Impact at RSM UK

We are seeking an Associate Data Architect to support the design, implementation and improvement of the firm’s core data architecture across enterprise functions. Working with the Data Architect, the role will help ensure that the enterprise data platforms align to agreed architecture standards. The role will play an important part in strengthening the firm’s internal data processes across finance, people, clients, operations, risk and compliance. It will help assure and validate data design decisions, identify duplication or inefficiency, and support improvements in how enterprise data is structured, governed, integrated and delivered. This role is suited to someone developing towards a full Data Architect role, with strong analytical, technical and governance awareness, and the ability to work across architecture, delivery and operational teams.

You’ll make an impact by

• Supporting the Data Architect in defining and maintaining architecture standards for enterprise data services, pipelines, integrations, and common data models
• Supporting the development and improvement of common data models across finance, people, clients, operations, risk and compliance
• Supporting the management and review of governance, data quality, observability and supportability controls across enterprise data services
• Working with enterprise function stakeholders, data engineers, analysts, architects and service teams to understand data needs, issues and improvement opportunities

What we are looking for

• Experience working in data architecture, data analysis, data engineering, business analysis, data governance or enterprise systems delivery.
• Understanding of data modelling, data integration, data flows and enterprise data structures.
• Ability to interpret architecture principles and apply them to practical delivery scenarios.
• Experience working with enterprise functions such as finance, people, clients, operations, risk or compliance.
• Understanding of data quality, data governance, lineage, metadata, ownership and control concepts.
• Ability to review data designs, identify inconsistencies and recommend practical improvements.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to understand complex data processes and dependencies.

What we can offer you

• Hybrid and Flexible working
• 26 Days Holiday (with the option of purchasing additional days)
• Lifestyle, Health, and Wellbeing including financial wellbeing benefits such as financial tools, electric car scheme and access to a virtual GP.
• Access to a suite of 300+ courses on demand developed by our inhouse Talent Development team.

Diversity and Inclusion at RSM

At RSM, we want to create a strong sense of belonging so that people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures feel they can bring their true self to work. Our clients come from all walks of life. We aim to achieve that same diversity of background, experience and perspective in our own teams, so that we can genuinely understand our client's needs. Diverse teams bring a broader range of ideas and insights to work. That's why we're working together to ensure our firm's principles and processes support a firm culture that embraces difference and strengthens inclusion. At RSM we work hard to create an environment where our people can make a difference - to themselves, their career, their teams, and to the success of our firm and clients. We support all our people to work flexibly, to manage their family and other responsibilities alongside their work commitments; we believe this is key to achieving an inspiring and fulfilling working environment.