Job Reference: BBBH49772
Job Duration: 3 Months +
Start date: ASAP
Description:
Role: Data Governance Architect - LIVE SC CLEARANCE NEEDED
Location: Remote + occasional site visits to London or Witney
IR35: OUTSIDE
Rate: £700-750 P/D
Concept have partnered up with a client that are an innovative digital and cloud transformation consultancy. They have delivered to significant technology transformation programmes within the UK Government and Higher Education. On this occasion they are looking for an experienced Data Governance Architect to support on a key account.
About the role:
We are excited to welcome a skilled, detail-oriented Data Governance Architect to strengthen our esteemed Data & Analytics division. The selected candidate will demonstrate proficiency across a spectrum of data, analytics, andintegration fields, with a particular emphasis on data governance in complex, federated organisations.
As a Data Governance Architect, your core mission will be to sculpt and oversee the evolution manner in which our clients governs their data landscape. You will work as part of a Data Architecture team and interact with a corporate Data Governance team. Entrusted with such a vital role, you'll serve as a reliable consultant for our clients, elucidating the integration of Data within the broader Businessand Technology infrastructures. This role will challenge you to offer innovative solutions as well as anticipating the future of data architectures.
Day to day activities
* Develop the Data Governance Framework: Collaborate with a central governance team to adapt and apply corporate Data Governance framework across a large network of teams. As part of this, refine the agreed governance roles and identify how they apply to our user community
* Data Quality Operating Model: Ownership of a hub-and-spoke Data Quality operating model. Developing the manner in which Data Quality issues are resolved by developing a shared visionof the DQ Resolution paths available to the organisation. Working with our stakeholders define clear data quality and issues ownership.
* Data Quality Metrics and practice: Work with technical partners to develop, embed and monitor the quality of data emerging across a range of data domains. Identifying the key performance indicators (KPIs) that will help assess the effectivenessof data governance efforts.
* Data Catalog and Inventory: Work with delivery partners to embed the Data Catalogue and work with the wider Architecture and Assurance teams to ensure that these tools are supporting the development of MI and the Performance Management framework.
* Identifying Data Lineage and understanding of the Data Landscape: Working with the Data Architectureteam, developing a robust view of the AS-IS estate so that the lineage of data is understood and key intervention points are identified.
* Apply Systemic Thinking: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align Data Architecture, Business Design, andPerformance Management.
* Ensure Architectural Assurance: Assess new solution designs and data flows to align with the centralgovernment department's strategic vision and data strategies.
* Produce Documentation: Draft, refine, and review essential documentation related to data governance, data quality and the data catalogue.
* Check Alignment: Continuously verify that products align with the department's Data strategy, suggesting modifications when necessary.
* Foster Collaboration: Work closelywith IT teams, data engineers, MI Support and development team and senior stakeholders to promote best practices and provide architectural guidance.
* Stay Informed: Keep up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in data management, ensuring theorganization remains at the forefront of data excellence.
Role Requirements:
We are looking for someone with a strong background in Data Governance to work in an Enterprise Data Architecture team. Demonstrable experience of working with Data Engineers, Business Intelligence developers, Business Architects and delivering Data Architecture Projects utilising a broad range of methods and frameworks incorporating on-prem, cloud and hybrid models.
You should have:
* Data Governance Expertise: Experience of developing a coherent Data Governance Framework in complex organisations. A clear understanding of data governance within a federated data landscape
* Data Analysis Expertise: Experience of working with data and a clear appreciation of the multi-faceted nature of data quality issues.
* Data Quality Problem Management Expertise: Knowledge of best practice in the management of data quality issues.
* Data Catalogue: A good understanding of the principles of metadata management and cataloguing data products within a federated data estate. Working knowledge of Informatica EDC and Axon or equivalent data cataloguing technology
* Expertise in documenting Data Flows: The ability to relate higher level concepts of business domains to granular data flows.
* Architectural Acumen: Strong background in assessing data solution design architectures and data flow.
* Business Architecture and Data Governance: A good understanding of the principles of Business Architect (such as domains/ subdomains) and Data Governance in the context of the delivery of a robust Performance Management framework.
* Documentation Mastery: Experienceof developing Business Analysis products clear describe the AS-IS, present a vision of the TO-BE and the documents that supportthat journey
* Strategic Alignment: Demonstrable experience ensuring products and strategies are in harmony, especially within a public sector context.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly with your CV & Maria Belt will be in touch to discuss further.
Industry: IT
Salary: £700 - £750 per day + Remote Working
Salary Benefits: Remote Working
Vacancy Type: Contract
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Contact Name: Maria Belt
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