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Senior Data Architect
Tenth Revolution Group
Multiple locations
Hybrid
Senior
£95k - £110k
RECENTLY POSTED
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Senior Data Architect - Strategic Data Leadership Opportunity - Paying up to £105,000
Are you a visionary Data Architect ready to shape the future of data for a leading organisation? We’re working with a high-profile client seeking a seasoned professional to lead the evolution of their data ecosystem. This is a strategic, hands-on role where your expertise will directly influence the architecture and scalability of modern data platforms.
Location: Hybrid (UK-based, London office) Type: Permanent
The Opportunity
This is more than just a technical role - it’s a chance to drive real business impact. You’ll be responsible for designing and implementing robust, scalable data solutions that align with long-term strategic goals. From conceptual modelling to guiding delivery teams, you’ll be at the heart of transforming how data is used across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Design and implement effective database solutions and models.
Ensure compliance with GDPR and data governance standards.
Lead the development of conceptual and logical data models.
Oversee the full data production lifecycle and ensure architectural alignment.
Define and drive the technical direction of the data platform landscape.
Collaborate with stakeholders, vendors, and technology teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
Champion data integrity, security, and performance across platforms.
What We’re Looking For
Extensive experience in data architecture and modelling.
Strong knowledge of Azure Cloud Services (DataBricks, ADF, Azure SQL, CosmosDB).
Proficiency in Kimball methodology and Data Vaults.
Experience with MDM, data cataloguing, and lineage management.
Skilled in designing metadata-driven ingestion and transformation pipelines.
Proven track record in agile delivery environments (SCRUM, PRINCE2, Lean).
Excellent communication skills-able to bridge technical and non-technical audiences.
Passion for emerging technologies and data innovation.
Ideal Candidate Profile
A proactive self-starter with a customer and data-centric mindset.
Strong problem-solving skills and pragmatic judgement.
Able to simplify complex concepts and influence stakeholders at all levels.
Thought leader in data domains, with a drive for continuous improvement.
Please Note: This is a permanent role for UK residents only. This role does not offer Sponsorship. You must have the right to work in the UK with no restrictions. Some of our roles may be subject to successful background checks including a DBS and Credit Check.
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Finance Data Governance Specialist VP
Adecco
London
Hybrid
Mid
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE
Job title: Finance Data Governance Specialist VP
Location: London/Hybrid
Duration: until 31/03/2026 initially
Adecco is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone’s chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.
The role:
This role is required to support the Finance function deliver objectives related to the Bank wide BCBS239 project. The role will require working with stakeholders within Finance to ensure fit-for-purpose data and controls, as we look to leverage best practice across the industry.
Responsibilities:
Solid knowledge and expertise in the use of data governance, data quality, metadata, profiling, analysis, and data management tools.
Responsible for data governance implementation across the Finance domain in line with BCBS239 requirements.
Responsible for the data definition, lineage and governance aspects ‘end to end’ for prioritised Use Cases
Responsible for monitoring changes to business data requirements and ensuring that change and release management activities are executed for the data domains
Contributes to the firm’s objective of meeting industry regulatory expectations with respect to the data governance program as well as establishing processes that generate accurate, complete, timely and reliable data
Work with stakeholders across the Division on the development and implementation of data standards and adoption requirements for EMEA Data
Participates in the various data governance and program forums to advance the robustness of the Bank-wide data governance framework
Collaborates with business, compliance, technology, and other groups to ensure that data related business requirements are clearly defined and communicated as part of initiative prioritisation and planning
Support the investigation of Data Quality Issues, development of remediation plans and recommendations to fix at source
Assist in delivering robust controls and monitoring processes for those controls and providing controls MI to senior management
Ability to establish consistent contact with all teams to provide updates, stay on track and report risks and issues timely with proven ability to quickly earn the trust of sponsors and key stakeholders
Requirements:
Solid knowledge and expertise in data governance, data quality, profiling and analysis
Has a detailed working knowledge of BCBS239 in a Tier 1 / Tier 2 bank
Has experience communicating with senior managers
Understands complicated data structures and calculations required for Finance
Understanding of the Finance Data Domain as well as knowledge of data governance practices, business and technology issues related to management of enterprise data and data related regulatory requirements
Ability to think in an enterprise-wide manner, rather than a siloed or business unit focused fashion
Analytically minded with experience in problem solving and being able to implement and deliver solutions
Strong stakeholder engagement skills to communicate and achieve buy-in from stakeholders across EMEA
Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered.
Please be advised if you haven’t heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly.
Data Solution Architect
Interquest
London
Hybrid
Mid
£600 - £630
RECENTLY POSTED
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processing-js
tableau
Contract - Data Solution Architect Outside IR35 Rate Circa £600 per Day 6 Months + extensions likely Mainly remote - Hybrid in London initially Our client are looking for a Data/Solution Architect on a contract basis to play an instrumental part in a programme of work that will have a industry wide impact on the Rail Industry in the UK. The programme, aims to transform the rail industry’s revenue allocation system through a suite of technology upgrades and methodological improvements. Key enhancements include migrating the platform to Google Cloud Platform (GCP), implementing a modern BigQuery-based Data Warehouse, and replacing the legacy solution for allocation factor calculation with an innovative, graph database-driven solution. Duties:
Lead the design of data architectures and the development and optimisation of ETL/ELT pipelines to enable seamless integration of data from multiple sources, including raw datasets and outputs from GraphDB (NEO4J), hosted on Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
Create and document technical solution designs, including detailed specifications.
Address complex technical challenges such as performance optimisation, data traceability, and managing large-scale data sets.
Oversee quality assurance across environment configuration, query development, data processing, staging tables, and related components.
Facilitate and lead technical meetings to advance data modelling techniques and validate outcomes.
Engage with Programme Architects to ensure solutions are aligned with organisational principles and receive appropriate stakeholder support.
Skills and Experience:
Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in data architecture or related roles.
Proven ability to process large and complex datasets.
Proficient in a broad range of data analysis techniques and methodologies.
Experience designing and building data analysis tools/environments, including event-based scenario modelling systems.
Strong background in integrating data from multiple disparate sources.
Skilled at deriving business insights and translating complex data into accessible insights for non-technical stakeholders.
Extensive experience with data architecture and data systems.
Strong data modelling capabilities.
Demonstrated expertise in designing data-driven solutions.
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
Familiarity with the rail industry is beneficial, but not essential.
Proficiency in data visualisation and reporting tools such as Tableau, Power BI, and AWS QuickSight.
Experience with AWS data platforms and services.
Knowledge of Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
Experience with GraphDB (NEO4J) is an advantage.
Familiarity with analytical shadowing is a plus.
InterQuest Group is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy. InterQuest Group is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, religion/belief, race, marriage, civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, sex or sexual orientation. Please make us aware if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
Data Architect / Consultant DV Clearance
Client Server Ltd.
London
Hybrid
Mid
£85k - £100k
RECENTLY POSTED
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aws
Data Architect / Consultant (DV Clearance) Client travel to £100k
Are you a Data Architect / Consultant with active DV Clearance?
You could be progressing your career in a senior, hands-on role at a UK based Technical Consultancy that focus on cybersecurity projects.
As a Data Architect / Consultant you’ll collaborate closely with clients to understand their requirements and then design data focussed solutions that incorporate modern best practices around AI, Machine Learning, Cloud based systems. You’ll be working with enterprise scale systems, developing data strategies and governance frameworks to drive organisational data transformation, across projects end-to-end with a great deal of ownership.
Location / WFH:
You’ll be based on client sites in and around London four days a week with flexibility to work from once a week.
About you:
You hold current, up to date DV Clearance
You have experience in a similar consultancy based role
You have advanced requirements gathering, analysis and solution design experience with a focus on data projects
You have experience of establishing data analytics and supporting AI solutions
You have a good working experience of AWS (e.g. S3, Kinesis, Glue, Redshift, Lambda and EMR) and / or Azure data services (e.g. ADF, Synapse, Fabric, Azure Functions)
You have advanced client and stakeholder management skills
What’s in it for you:
As a Data Architect / Consultant you will receive a competitive package:
Salary to £100k
Pension (6%)
Private Medical Care, Life Assurance, Income Protection
Professional training, certifications and career development
Apply now to find out more about this Data Architect / Consultant opportunity.
At Client Server we believe in a diverse workplace that allows people to play to their strengths and continually learn. We’re an equal opportunities employer whose people come from all walks of life and will never discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The clients we work with share our values.
Data Modeller
Lorien
London
In office
Mid
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
nosql
vault
Join us as a Data Modeller - Contract 6 months - Inside IR35 - Banking
Working closely with our business analysts and data management specialists, you’ll translate data requirements into structured representations of data using data modelling tools
You’ll participate in data design review workshops, and you’ll have ownership of data design and data models across different areas
This is an opportunity to develop your analytical skills in an engaging role while helping us to avoid data risk
What you’ll do
As a Data Modeller, you’ll be responsible for defining, maintaining, and improving data models. You’ll support data architects with solutions, and you’ll contribute to data quality investigations. You’ll also support subject matter experts and data owners in managing content.
As well as this you’ll:
Collaborate with business analysts and data management specialists to translate data requirements to successfully build a 360 view of a customer
Great at creating succinct models that summarise complex detailed relationships
Take ownership for data modelling and data contract creation
Adopt the enterprise data model and standards
Identify and mitigate potential data risks
The skills you’ll need
We’re looking for a someone with strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills and experience in data modelling or data architecture. Along with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, you’ll have knowledge of conceptual, logical, and physical data modelling. You’ll also have knowledge of at least one UML or data modelling tool such as ErWin, SparxEA, or ER Studio.
Furthermore, you’ll demonstrate:
An understanding of data modelling methodologies including 3NF, Dimensional, Data Vault, Key-Value pair, and NoSQL Document Store
An understanding of one or more industry models such as IFW, Teradata, FIBO, or BIAN
Knowledge of data product management, data management, metadata management, data lineage management, and data definitions
Proficiency when designing with concepts and regulations such as GDPR, PCI-DSS, PII
A basic understanding of knowledge and/or property graphs, taxonomies and ontologies (OWL, SHACL)
Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Databricks Data Architect
Tenth Revolution Group
Multiple locations
Hybrid
Mid
£110k - £115k
RECENTLY POSTED
sql
vault
Senior Data Architect
Location: London (Hybrid - 2 days/week onsite)
Salary: Flexible, depending on experience
Employment Type: Permanent
Overview
Our client, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Data Architect to lead the design and evolution of their enterprise data architecture. This is a strategic role focused on building scalable, secure, and future-proof data solutions that support business growth and innovation.
The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in data modelling, Databricks, and Azure-based architecture, with a strong ability to translate complex requirements into robust technical solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Design and implement conceptual, logical, and physical data models (3NF, Kimball, Data Vault)
Architect and optimise data platforms including data lakes, lakehouses, and data warehouses
Lead the development of metadata-driven ingestion and transformation pipelines
Ensure compliance with GDPR and internal data governance policies
Collaborate with engineering and delivery teams to define and align technical direction
Oversee the full data lifecycle-from strategy and design through to delivery and maintenance
Provide architectural oversight across projects, ensuring consistency and scalability
Drive best practices in Master Data Management, data lineage, and cataloguing
Influence stakeholders and guide teams through complex solution decisions
Skills & Experience
Extensive experience in data architecture, modelling, and platform design
Strong proficiency with Databricks, Azure Data Factory, Azure SQL, CosmosDB, and Microsoft SQL Server
Proven ability to work with both structured and unstructured data
Experience designing secure, scalable, and high-performance data solutions
Familiarity with agile delivery methodologies (SCRUM, PRINCE2, Lean)
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, improvement-focused mindset
The Offer
Join a forward-thinking organisation committed to data excellence
Work in a flexible hybrid model (2 days/week in central London)
Competitive and flexible salary package
Opportunity to shape the future of data architecture in a high-impact role
Data Solutions Architect (GCP)
Tenth Revolution Group
London
Hybrid
Mid
£100k - £125k
RECENTLY POSTED
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github
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qlikview
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Role Title: Data Solutions Architect (GCP)
Business Unit: Data Management
Role Overview
This strategic, client-facing role sits within a growing Data Management practice and focuses on leading cloud-based data architecture initiatives, particularly on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). The Data Solutions Architect will collaborate with senior stakeholders to modernise data platforms, accelerate cloud transformation, and unlock business value through data and AI.
This is a technical leadership position-not hands-on coding-but one that requires deep architectural expertise, strong consulting skills, and the ability to influence C-suite decision-making. The role also involves significant pre-sales engagement, translating client needs into solution designs and supporting proposal development.
Key Responsibilities
Pre-Sales Engagement
Support responses to RFPs/RFIs/RFSs by translating client requirements into solution blueprints and proposal narratives. Collaborate with sales, pricing, and delivery teams to shape commercially viable and technically sound solutions.
Enterprise Solution Design
Architect and oversee the delivery of scalable data platforms (data lakes, lakehouses, warehouses) using GCP technologies such as BigQuery, Cloud Storage, Databricks, and Snowflake.
Cloud Data Strategy
Lead cloud migration and modernisation strategies using GCP and tools like Terraform, CI/CD pipelines, Azure DevOps, and GitHub.
Data Modelling
Apply hands-on expertise in enterprise data modelling using tools such as ERwin, ER/Studio, or PowerDesigner to ensure performance, scalability, and maintainability.
ETL/ELT Frameworks
Design robust data pipelines using tools like Cloud Composer, Dataflow, Dataproc, Informatica, or IBM DataStage, supporting both batch and streaming ingestion.
Data Governance & Quality
Implement governance frameworks, metadata management, and data quality controls using platforms such as Unity Catalog, Alation, Profisee, or DQ Pro.
Client Advisory
Act as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders (CDOs, CIOs, Heads of Data), shaping strategic roadmaps and transformation initiatives.
Technical Leadership
Lead and mentor cross-functional teams of architects, engineers, analysts, and data scientists. Promote innovation and best practices across global delivery teams.
Documentation & Artefacts
Produce and maintain architecture blueprints, technical design documents, data models, and integration diagrams to ensure transparency and alignment.
Innovation & Thought Leadership
Stay current with emerging trends in data mesh, data products, generative AI, and open data ecosystems. Contribute to internal capability development and go-to-market strategies.
Required Qualifications & Experience
Education
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or a related field.
Experience
10+ years in BI, data warehousing, and analytics
4+ years in technical or solution architecture roles
Strong experience in the banking domain (e.g., commercial, investment, retail banking, regulatory reporting, finance transformation)
Insurance sector knowledge is a plus (e.g., general/life insurance, reinsurance, underwriting, claims)
Technical Skills
3-5 years of hands-on enterprise data modelling
Familiarity with reporting tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or QlikView
Experience with GCP, Azure, or AWS
Proficiency in DevOps tools like Terraform, GitHub, Azure DevOps
Leadership & Communication
Proven ability to lead teams and engage with both technical and business stakeholders.
Certifications
Preferred: Cloud certifications from GCP, Azure, or AWS.
Benefits & Perks
Competitive salary with performance-based bonus
Private healthcare, life assurance, and income protection
Pension scheme and financial wellbeing programs
Discounts and cashback offers from major retailers
Cycle-to-work scheme
Access to professional development resources including online courses, workshops, and seminars
Flexible hybrid working model
Inclusive and diverse workplace culture
Please Note: This is a permanent role for UK residents only. This role does not offer Sponsorship. You must have the right to work in the UK with no restrictions. Some of our roles may be subject to successful background checks including a DBS and Credit Check.
TRG are the go-to recruiter for Power BI and Azure Data Platform roles in the UK, offering more opportunities across the country than any other. We’re the proud sponsor and supporter of SQLBits, Power Platform World Tour, the London Power BI User Group, Newcastle Power BI User Group and Newcastle Data Platform and Cloud User Group. To find out more and speak confidentially about your job search or hiring needs, please contact me directly at (url removed)
Data Solutions Architect GCP
Tenth Revolution Group
London
Hybrid
Mid
£100k - £125k
RECENTLY POSTED
terraform
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aws
unity-3d
composer
qlikview
+2
Role Title: Data Solutions Architect (GCP)
Business Unit: Data Management
Role Overview
This strategic, client-facing role sits within a growing Data Management practice and focuses on leading cloud-based data architecture initiatives, particularly on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). The Data Solutions Architect will collaborate with senior stakeholders to modernise data platforms, accelerate cloud transformation, and unlock business value through data and AI.
This is a technical leadership position-not hands-on coding-but one that requires deep architectural expertise, strong consulting skills, and the ability to influence C-suite decision-making. The role also involves significant pre-sales engagement, translating client needs into solution designs and supporting proposal development.
Key Responsibilities
Pre-Sales Engagement
Support responses to RFPs/RFIs/RFSs by translating client requirements into solution blueprints and proposal narratives. Collaborate with sales, pricing, and delivery teams to shape commercially viable and technically sound solutions.
Enterprise Solution Design
Architect and oversee the delivery of scalable data platforms (data lakes, lakehouses, warehouses) using GCP technologies such as BigQuery, Cloud Storage, Databricks, and Snowflake.
Cloud Data Strategy
Lead cloud migration and modernisation strategies using GCP and tools like Terraform, CI/CD pipelines, Azure DevOps, and GitHub.
Data Modelling
Apply hands-on expertise in enterprise data modelling using tools such as ERwin, ER/Studio, or PowerDesigner to ensure performance, scalability, and maintainability.
ETL/ELT Frameworks
Design robust data pipelines using tools like Cloud Composer, Dataflow, Dataproc, Informatica, or IBM DataStage, supporting both batch and streaming ingestion.
Data Governance & Quality
Implement governance frameworks, metadata management, and data quality controls using platforms such as Unity Catalog, Alation, Profisee, or DQ Pro.
Client Advisory
Act as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders (CDOs, CIOs, Heads of Data), shaping strategic roadmaps and transformation initiatives.
Technical Leadership
Lead and mentor cross-functional teams of architects, engineers, analysts, and data scientists. Promote innovation and best practices across global delivery teams.
Documentation & Artefacts
Produce and maintain architecture blueprints, technical design documents, data models, and integration diagrams to ensure transparency and alignment.
Innovation & Thought Leadership
Stay current with emerging trends in data mesh, data products, generative AI, and open data ecosystems. Contribute to internal capability development and go-to-market strategies.
Required Qualifications & Experience
Education
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or a related field.
Experience
10+ years in BI, data warehousing, and analytics
4+ years in technical or solution architecture roles
Strong experience in the banking domain (e.g., commercial, investment, retail banking, regulatory reporting, finance transformation)
Insurance sector knowledge is a plus (e.g., general/life insurance, reinsurance, underwriting, claims)
Technical Skills
3-5 years of hands-on enterprise data modelling
Familiarity with reporting tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or QlikView
Experience with GCP, Azure, or AWS
Proficiency in DevOps tools like Terraform, GitHub, Azure DevOps
Leadership & Communication
Proven ability to lead teams and engage with both technical and business stakeholders.
Certifications
Preferred: Cloud certifications from GCP, Azure, or AWS.
Benefits & Perks
Competitive salary with performance-based bonus
Private healthcare, life assurance, and income protection
Pension scheme and financial wellbeing programs
Discounts and cashback offers from major retailers
Cycle-to-work scheme
Access to professional development resources including online courses, workshops, and seminars
Flexible hybrid working model
Inclusive and diverse workplace culture
Please Note: This is a permanent role for UK residents only. This role does not offer Sponsorship. You must have the right to work in the UK with no restrictions. Some of our roles may be subject to successful background checks including a DBS and Credit Check.
TRG are the go-to recruiter for Power BI and Azure Data Platform roles in the UK, offering more opportunities across the country than any other. We’re the proud sponsor and supporter of SQLBits, Power Platform World Tour, the London Power BI User Group, Newcastle Power BI User Group and Newcastle Data Platform and Cloud User Group. To find out more and speak confidentially about your job search or hiring needs, please contact me directly at
AWS Data Architect
Robert Half
London
Hybrid
Mid
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
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python
Robert Half Technology are assisting a market leading financial services organisation to recruit a AWS Data Architect on a contract basis - Hybrid working - London based
Role
The AWS Data Architect will design and architect end-to-end data solutions on AWS, ensuring scalability, security, and performance.
Lead the development of frameworks, standards, and best practices for data engineering and architecture.
Collaborate with engineers, SMEs, and stakeholders to translate business needs into technical solutions.
Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentoring to development teams.
Ensure adherence to SDLC, deployment, and change management processes.
Partner with solution architects and developers to deliver innovative, high-quality solutions.
Profile
The AWS Data Architect will have strong Python development skills (must be able to design and write clean, maintainable, and testable code).
Extensive AWS expertise, particularly across:
Lambda
Glue
Glue Data Catalog
EMR services
API Gateway
Relational database experience with Aurora Postgres (including query performance tuning).
Spark experience, including pipelines using Spark on data stored in iceberg table format in S3 and federated through Aurora Postgres.
Proven experience with data modeling, medallion/lakehouse architectures, and financial domain familiarity.
Ability to solve problems independently and deliver frameworks/solutions with minimal guidance.
Company
Market leading financial services organisation with offices in London
Hybrid working - London based
15 month long contract
Salary & Benefits
The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.
Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: gb/en/privacy-notice.
Oracle Database Architect
Computappoint
London
In office
Mid
£130k - £140k
RECENTLY POSTED
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Opportunity: Permanent positionLocation: 4 days onsite per weekSalary: Base £140,000 + attractive bonusesIndustry: Financial servicesJob Summary: The Oracle Database Architect will lead the design, optimization, and governance of our enterprise Oracle database infrastructure. This is a strategic role that requires hands-on expertise in Oracle Exadata platforms and the ability to thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment while defining our database infrastructure strategy. The ideal candidate will communicate complex technical concepts effectively to non-technical stakeholders and ensure accurate budgeting for Oracle database technologies with strong security and compliance controls.
Key Responsibilities:
Define and execute enterprise database infrastructure strategy as primary technical authority for Oracle database architecture with a specialized focus on Oracle Exadata platforms
Lead deployment, configuration, and optimization of Oracle platforms, leveraging advanced features while establishing performance tuning methodologies and disaster recovery protocols
Design data models, physical schemas, and partitioning strategies for high-volume workloads while overseeing database upgrades and patch deployment with minimal disruption
Implement robust security and compliance controls within Oracle database environments, ensuring regulatory adherence and establishing access controls, encryption standards, and audit mechanisms
Collaborate with development teams and effectively communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, including senior management and business analysts
Manage vendor relationships, procurement processes, and license negotiations while ensuring accurate budgeting for Oracle database technologies and optimizing licensing costs
Maintain technical documentation for architectures and configurations while developing database standards, best practices, and operational guidelines
Qualification Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related technical discipline
Oracle certifications (Oracle Certified Professional or Oracle Certified Master) are highly preferred
AT least 8 years of infrastructure experience working as an Oracle database architect
Proven track record in high-pressure, mission-critical environments with 24/7 operational requirements
Extensive experience working in extremely high-speed data processing and high-frequency data operations
Extensive experience with Oracle Exadata platforms, including configuration, optimization, and troubleshooting
Hands-on expertise with Oracle RAC, Data Guard, ASM, RMAN, and advanced performance tuning techniques
Deep understanding of Oracle database architecture, including advanced features and optimization techniques
Experience with Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM) for installation, upgrades, administration, and monitoring
Knowledge of database virtualization technologies, particularly Delphix and virtual database deployment
Understanding of database licensing models and cost optimization strategies
Strong security and compliance knowledge specific to Oracle database environments
Ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders
Proven vendor management skills, including accurate budgeting for Oracle database technologies, contract negotiation, and relationship management
To be considered, please ensure you complete your application on the Computappoint website. Services offered by Computappoint Limited are those of an Employment Business and/or Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Senior Data Engineer
Avencia Consulting
London
Hybrid
Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
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vault
sql
t-sql
London Permanent Full-Time Hybrid Working
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Senior Data Engineer to join a respected, international insurance and analytics organisation. In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain data solutions that enhance underwriting and claims decision-making, support operational improvements, and drive data-driven strategies across multiple specialty lines.
This position is ideal for an experienced data engineering professional with strong insurance sector knowledge, looking to make a significant impact in a high-profile analytics function.
About the Team
The data and analytics team works across multiple international specialty lines, including cyber, energy, equine, marine, professional and financial risks, trade credit, political risk and surety, and international casualty. Its remit covers:
Data engineering and analytics
Portfolio management
Pricing model development
The team is embedded within underwriting operations and plays a key role in achieving profitability and performance targets.
What You’ll Bring
A collaborative, proactive, and solutions-focused mindset.
Ability to influence and engage with stakeholders to ensure data solutions meet business needs.
Willingness to learn new technologies and act as a subject matter expert within the team.
Commitment to delivering high-quality outputs that drive strategic and operational decisions.
Values
People First - Empowering and supporting colleagues and customers.
Winning Together - Sharing ideas, respecting opinions, and achieving goals collaboratively.
Striving for Better - Pursuing excellence and continuous improvement.
Enjoying the Everyday - Bringing positivity and humour to work.
Thinking Further - Building a lasting impact for customers, partners, and communities.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and deliver business analytics solutions across all divisions, enabling data-driven decision-making in support of the Data, Analytics & Insights function.
Design, implement, and maintain automated data solutions, streamlining processes and improving efficiency.
Build, refine, and optimise data models to enhance underwriting and claims processes.
Maintain high standards of data quality, integrity, and governance across all systems.
Collaborate with IT to integrate new systems and technologies into the existing data ecosystem.
Source, standardise, and consolidate datasets to create unified views within cloud-based analytics platforms.
Act as a representative for the data function in cross-functional projects with actuarial, IT, finance, compliance, reinsurance, delegated authorities, and underwriting support teams.
Key Skills & Experience
Proven track record in data engineering within the insurance sector, ideally with London Market experience.
Strong knowledge of insurance data models, including policy, claims, and risk-related structures.
Expertise in Azure Cloud Services (Data Factory, Databricks, Key Vault, Azure SQL) and data warehousing methodologies (Kimball, Inmon).
Proficiency in T-SQL for data transformation and summarisation, with Python skills for building data pipelines.
Advanced Excel skills for manipulating and analysing large, complex datasets.
Experience delivering process automation and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and influencing skills.
Highly organised, adaptable, and confident in managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
If you have the skills, experience, and drive to excel in this role, we’d love to hear from you.
Data Specialist
Lorien
London
In office
Mid
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
aws
Data Specialist - Government Client
Are you a seasoned data professional ready to shape the future of data architecture in a high-impact government setting?
We’re working with a major government organisation seeking Data Specialists for upcoming projects. This is a strategic role focused on designing and delivering robust, interoperable data architecture to support a wide range of stakeholders.
Location: Full-time on-site in Central London, Milton Keynes, Cheltenham, or Manchester Security Clearance: You would have to undergo DV clearance (can take 12 months; you may work other roles during this time)
Key Responsibilities:
Set and drive data architecture strategy across the organisation
Promote and implement data standards and patterns with internal and external partners
Ensure data interoperability and quality across delivery teams
Support cloud migration with a modern, data-centric architecture
Useful Experience:
Data Modelling: Physical, logical, conceptual models; data flow diagrams; ontologies; UML/Visio/Sparx
Data Standards: Technical specs, code assurance, championing interoperability
Metadata Management: Data catalogues, repositories; tools like Apache Atlas, Hive Metastore, AWS Glue/Datazone
Data Design: Data lakes, warehouses, lakehouses, pipelines, meshes, marketplaces
If you’re passionate about shaping data strategy and architecture in a mission-driven environment, apply now to be part of this transformative journey.
Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Head of Data
Zachary Daniels
London
Hybrid
Mid
£80k - £90k
RECENTLY POSTED
python
sql
Head of Data & Analytics London (Hybrid, 3 days in office) £80,000-£90,000 + Bonus + Benefits
Zachary Daniels are delighted to be partnering with a leading international business to recruit a Head of Data & Analytics. This is a pivotal leadership role with ownership of data strategy, architecture, and delivery across a modern Azure-based platform.
As Head of Data & Analytics, you’ll shape and execute the enterprise data strategy, from building scalable pipelines and data lakes, to unlocking predictive analytics, AI, and machine learning for commercial advantage. You’ll lead a talented team and ensure data becomes a true driver of growth, efficiency, and customer experience across the group.
Benefits You’ll Enjoy: Competitive salary up to £90,000 (DOE) + bonus High visibility, reporting into senior leadership with international scope Hybrid working model 3 days in London office Broad remit covering data, AI, and advanced analytics Career-defining opportunity to embed a data-driven culture
Role Responsibilities: Define and deliver the enterprise data and analytics strategy aligned to business goals. Build, lead, and scale a high-performing data function including engineers, BI developers, and analysts. Own the architecture and optimisation of Azure Synapse, Databricks, and Power BI. Drive integration of ERP, CRM, IoT, and external datasets into a single source of truth. Deliver predictive modelling, AI, and machine learning to create measurable business value. Champion intuitive self-service analytics for business users. Implement best practice governance, ensuring compliance with GDPR, ISO 27001, and NIS2. Keep ahead of emerging technologies and foster a culture of experimentation and innovation.
About You: 8+ years in data leadership roles, with proven success building and scaling modern data teams. Expert in Azure Synapse, Databricks, and Power BI, with strong SQL, Python, Spark, and data modelling skills. Deep knowledge of cloud-native data architecture, data lakes, and streaming pipelines. Strong grasp of predictive analytics, AI, and machine learning applications. Excellent stakeholder management and ability to align data initiatives with business growth. Inspirational leader who can champion a data-driven culture across a complex organisation.
Apply today with your most up-to-date CV!
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Data Engineer Snowflake & Asset Management
Lorien
London
Hybrid
Mid
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
snowflake
aws
python
kanban
sql
Data Engineer (Snowflake & Asset Management)
6 Month Contract
London (Hybrid)
Via Umbrella
Our UK leading Life Insurance client are looking for a Data Engineer to join their team on an initial 6-month contract.
Key skills/knowledge required:
Proficiency in Python and SQL for data engineering and application development
Experience building data pipelines and ETL processes for capital markets data
Hands-on experience with AWS cloud services and Snowflake data platform
Experience with cloud-native development patterns and AWS services (Lambda, S3, RDS, etc.)
Hands-on experience integrating with OMS platforms (Aladdin, Murex, Charles River, etc.) including data extraction, transformation, and real-time feeds
Strong understanding of the capital markets trade lifecycle and order management workflows
Strong problem-solving skills with ability to design scalable, resilient solutions
Ability to work effectively with front-office stakeholders and translate business requirements into technical solutions
Strong collaboration and communication skills, with ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
Understanding of trading workflows, trade lifecycle, and settlement processes
Knowledge of data engineering workflows, pipelines, and integration patterns
Awareness of regulatory and compliance considerations in capital markets delivery
Familiarity with agile principles and team-based delivery
Desirable:
Familiarity with agile delivery practices and frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, Team Topologies)
Exposure to CI/CD pipelines, DevOps tooling, and automated testing practices
Experience in regulated financial services environments
Knowledge of data modelling, streaming, and real-time integration patterns
Experience with multiple asset classes (equities, fixed income, derivatives)
Knowledge of UK regulatory environment and FCA requirements
Awareness of portfolio management processes and related systems
Experience working directly with front-office or business stakeholders
Background in data-intensive and cloud-native solution delivery
Exposure to complex, multi-team delivery environments with dependencies
If you find this opportunity intriguing and aligning with your skill set, we welcome the submission of your CV without delay.
Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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