Lead Enterprise Data Architect - 31476

Overview

The Environment Agency (EA) are committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We don''t just talk about diversity; we seek it, embrace it, and live it, for the benefit of our staff, our communities, and our environment.We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Enterprise Data Architect to lead the development of our data architecture strategy and capabilities. This is a pivotal role within our Data Management team, part of the Chief Data Office, driving the transformation of how we manage, govern, and leverage data across the organisation. You will help shape our enterprise data architecture, ensuring our data is findable, accessible, interoperable, and reusable (FAIR) whilst making it ready for our transformation and AI ambitions. You will lead a small team who play a vital role in developing and delivering our corporate data approaches to deliver data excellence within our organisation.Responsibilities

collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand strategic data requirements and translate these technical delivery roadmaps from a data perspective, including ‘as is’, ‘to be’ and transitional statesdesign, develop and establish data architectural principles, policies and standards including developing best practices guidance, processes, reports, papers and presentationsunderstand data modelling approaches to bring multiple data sources together, articulate data models, define standards to support consistency, accuracy and ease of usework with national leads providing specialist input to priority projects including data basics, trustworthy data, data storage, information management and reaching FAIR principleslead, coach and develop others, sharing technical knowledge and setting workcarry out horizon scanning across industry, identifying emerging trends and their potential impact and opportunity for the organisationTeam and Department

The Data Management team is a centre of excellence within the Data and Information department, part of the Strategy, Transformation and Assurance directorate. We specialise in data architecture, integration, standards, and quality. Our mission is to empower the Environment Agency to create trusted data, enabling smarter decisions and better outcomes.Experience / Skills Required

You will be an experienced enterprise data architect who can demonstrate:Essential Skills And Experience

Proven experience in enterprise-scale data architecture and strategy developmentStrong knowledge of data modelling, metadata management, and data governanceExperience with cloud-based data platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS)Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including at senior levels and non-technical audiencesAbility to lead, manage and influence in a matrixed, cross-functional environmentDeveloping strategic data approaches and translating these into practical deliveryExperience collaborating with business and technology stakeholders to advocate for your team and manage different perspectivesDesirable Qualifications

Certifications such as TOGAF, Azure Solutions Architect, or Data Management Professional (CDMP)Experience in public sector or regulated or environment-based industriesKnowledge of FAIR data principles and data mesh or data ecosystems conceptsFamiliarity with UK data regulatory frameworks (e.g., GDPR)Contact and Additional Information

This role requires UK Security Check (SC) clearance. To be eligible, you must:Have lived in the UK for the past five yearsProvide a verifiable employment historyWe are unable to sponsor Skilled Worker visa applications.Bristol is the preferred location to support hub-based working, though other locations may be considered based on office capacity. We support blended working, you’ll have a formal office base, with flexibility to work from home. Occasional travel may be required. Remote collaboration via Teams and Outlook is expected.We pay a 19% employer contribution into your pension pot. This role includes incident response duties. Further this and benefits are outlined in the candidate pack.Interviews will be held in late-September via Microsoft Teams.Contact: susan.macleay@environment-agency.gov.ukCompetences

Manages the Business – Description: Understands the Environment Agency’s business processes and how to maximise the use of resources in an efficient and effective wayDelivers Results Through Others – Description: Harnesses the team to deliver results on time, to required standards and in line with organisational processes and proceduresTakes Decisions and Solves Problems – Description: Finds and delivers optimal solutions by effectively analysing information and taking sound, timely decisionsCommunicates Effectively – Description: Presenting a case in a convincing and attractive way that will win people over and encourage following plansNotes: If applying from the Civil Service, Environment Agency is not part of HM Civil Service. We welcome flexible working patterns and have a Guaranteed Interview Policy for candidates with disabilities. For recruitment, we use Central Government frameworks and ..... full job details .....