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Data Architect
Who are Diligenta?
Diligenta's vision is to be acknowledged as Best in-class Platform based Life and Pensions Administration Service provider. Customer service is at the heart of everything we do, and our aim is to transform our clients' operations. A business that has been described as 'home' by existing employees, we drive a culture that is founded on positive change and development.
Summary of the role:
As a Data Architect, you will play a key role in shaping the enterprise data environment within Diligenta's newly formed Data Office. You will design and deliver secure, scalable, and governed data solutions that support data-driven decision-making and enhance our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes for clients and their customers.
In this role, you'll apply your expertise in data architecture to develop a modern data landscape based on Azure technology. Collaborating with stakeholders across the business, you will create robust architecture strategies that meet regulatory requirements and enable advanced analytics, while also supporting long-term innovation and strategic growth.
Benefits:
- 33 days including Bank Holidays
- Eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus scheme
- Personal and career development opportunities to progress your aspirations within the company as well as through our global parent company (Tata Consultancy Services)
- Access to Perks at Work (an online discounted shopping platform) saving you money on a wide range of goods and services, including your weekly food shop, holidays and electrical goods
- Cycle to Work Scheme & Interest free Season Ticket loans
- A companywide Wellbeing programme, including an Employee Assistance Programme and other benefits/resources to support your mental/physical and financial wellbeing.
- A comprehensive set of Moments that Matter policies, such as Carer's Leave, Foster Leave and Retirement Leave
- A contributory company pension scheme where we match your contributions up to 6%, Group Life Assurance ('Death in Service") & Group Income Protection
What you'll be doing:
- Working closely with the Data Governance team to ensure architectural designs follow best practice governance principles and support regulatory compliance.
- Acting as a key point of expertise across the organisation for data architecture, promoting consistency, scalability, and alignment with strategic goals.
- Developing and implementing secure data frameworks that protect sensitive information and meet FCA and GDPR requirements.
- Designing and delivering enterprise-level data architecture that is both scalable and maintainable, enabling robust data management and analytics capabilities.
- Creating and maintaining well-structured data models that support accessibility, consistency, and high-quality decision-making across the business.
What we're looking for:
- Practical experience working with data governance and lineage tools such as Collibra, Erwin, Purview, or Informatica to support data management objectives.
- Background in designing data solutions, with a clear understanding of compliance and audit requirements.
- Experience working in the UK Life & Pensions industry or other Financial Services settings would be a benefit, with a solid grasp of customer, client, and regulatory data considerations.
- Demonstrable experience designing and delivering enterprise data architecture in complex, data-driven environments.
- Proven hands-on experience in data modelling, warehousing, and integration across modern technology stacks.
- Good understanding of data protection and privacy regulations, including GDPR, and their application in enterprise data solutions.
If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today and become part of our innovative team!
