At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the evolution of enterprise data models in a dynamic financial services environment.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking financial services business in Bristol with a hybrid working model.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, bonus, pension, and a supportive work culture.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team driving enterprise data transformation.
- Why this job: Shape the future of data strategy and tackle complex challenges in a high-impact role.
- Qualifications: Senior experience in data modelling and architecture, preferably in financial services.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
A Financial Services Business in Bristol are looking for a Principal Data Modeller to define, own, and evolve the enterprise data model within a complex, data-driven organisation. This is a high-impact, senior individual contributor role responsible for establishing consistency, clarity, and trust in how data is structured, governed, and used across the business.
You will act as the design authority for data modelling, ensuring that data assets support analytics, reporting, regulatory requirements, and AI/ML use cases. Working across multiple domains, you will bring alignment to key business concepts and enable scalable, reusable data products.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives on solving complex data challenges, influencing senior stakeholders, and shaping enterprise-wide data strategy without direct line management responsibility.
Principal Data Modeller - Required Experience- Senior level experience in data modelling, data architecture, or related roles
- Experience within financial services or regulated environments
- Experience working with cloud platforms - AWS & Snowflake
- Experience working with data product or platform operating models
- Familiarity with event-driven or streaming data architectures
- Deep expertise in data modelling methodologies (conceptual, logical, dimensional)
- Strong understanding of data governance, lineage, and quality frameworks
- Passion for data innovation and evolving best practice
This is an opportunity to be part of an enterprise data transformation programme! We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
Principal Data Architect (Permanent) in Bristol employer: Sanderson
Join a forward-thinking Financial Services Business in Bristol, where innovation meets inclusivity. As a Principal Data Architect, you'll enjoy a competitive salary of £95,000 plus bonuses, alongside a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With hybrid working options and a commitment to diversity, this role offers a unique opportunity to shape enterprise data strategy while collaborating with senior stakeholders in a dynamic environment.
