Description
We are seeking an XDP Data Architect to define, direct, and govern our target data architecture, ensuring data accuracy, security, and accessibility.
The successful candidate will contribute to a trusted, secure, and scalable data environment that supports colleagues, customers, and business priorities.
Responsibilities:
- Develop the bank's data architecture strategy and translate goals into target data architecture and transition plans.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to provide subject matter expertise and promote standardized data usage.
- Develop and maintain data architecture governance, standards, and protection policies.
- Manage project alignment with the target data architecture and provide guidance and monitoring.
- Define shared reusable data capabilities, assets, tools, and technologies.
- Monitor regulatory standards and industry developments for potential impact.
- Identify and select best-in-class data technologies and assess compliance.
Vice President Expectations:
- Contribute to or set strategy, drive requirements, and make recommendations for change.
- Plan resources, budgets, and policies, and manage and maintain policies/processes.
- Deliver continuous improvements and escalate breaches of policies/procedures.
- Demonstrate leadership and accountability for managing risk and strengthening controls.
- Collaborate with other areas of work to keep up to speed with business activity and strategies.
- Create solutions based on sophisticated analytical thought and comparative analysis.
Requirements:
- Data Modelling and Data Architecture Design.
- Data Governance and Data Stewardship.
- Data Integration and Platform Architecture.
- Standardized Architecture Governance.
Nice to Have:
- Analytics, AI, and Machine Learning Architecture.
- Cloud Data Platforms.
- Master Data Management (MDM) and Reference Data.
This role will be based out of our Knutsford or Glasgow offices.