Data Architect

Morgan Hunt Recruitment

Posted 8 hours ago, valid for 11 days

London, Greater London EC1R 0WX

£650 per day

Full Time

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Morgan Hunt are working with a large public sector client based in central London to recruit a Data architect/DBA. Details:-

On-site in London (3 days per week)
£650 Per Day
Inside IR35
9 month contract

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the definition and implementation of the clients data strategy
Redesign and assess current data architecture, including the Central Data Store (CDS)
Evaluate feasibility of migrating to Azure-based Data Lake or Enterprise Data Warehouse
Design a unified data model and data dictionary
Oversee Power BI semantic models and reporting governance
Provide SQL Server DBA support and assist IT Infrastructure with database management
Support in-house systems and business process improvements

Essential Skills & Experience:

10+ years in data architecture and DBA roles, preferably in financial services
Candidates should be SC Cleared ideally, the DMO may be flexible to put candidates through SC Clearance if they match all other criteria (lived in the UK for the last 10 years)
Proven experience with Microsoft Azure data tools (Data Factory, Data Lake, Synapse, SQL Managed Instance)
Strong knowledge of SQL Server, T-SQL, SSIS, and schema modelling
Familiarity with data modelling tools like Erwin
Ability to redesign data processes, automate workflows, and produce high-quality documentation
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Desirable:

Background in investment banking and knowledge of bond/money markets trade processing
Microsoft certifications (e.g., Azure Data Engineer Associate or Solutions Architect Expert)

Please get in touch for further information.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.