Data Architect

Post Title:Data Architect & Security Senior Officer

Team: Digital Data and Technology Team

Are you a data wizard with a knack for making magic happen in the world of public services? Well, grab your wand (or keyboard) and join our Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) team at Bury Council!
We are on the hunt for a Data Architect & Security Senior Officer to sprinkle some Azure Data Services fairy dust and keep our data kingdom safe.
The successful candidate will be responsible for building and implementing scalable data warehouses and data lakes within Synapse, constructing and maintaining data pipelines, as well as possessing knowledge in data modelling and ETL/ELT processes. Additionally, the ability to communicate intricate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences is essential.
Reporting directly to the Head of Insight and Data Analytics, this position oversees two Data Analysts and one Data Engineer. You will assist the data team in producing high-level reports and data that will be used to make better decisions for the Council.
Your role will also encompass overseeing future technological advancements and collaborating with the broader DDaT function to deliver the upcoming digital strategy.

Following a comprehensive departmental restructure, we have created several new positions, including this one, which offers the opportunity to join an ambitious team. We seek enthusiastic individuals who excel in teamwork and contribute to providing exceptional services for Bury Council. The ideal candidate will demonstrate innovation and a positive approach to overcoming challenges as we explore new methods of working and delivering digital services.

The role is hybrid based at Bury Town Hall in supporting agile working. The position will require regular visits to our offices and in some instance up to 3 times a week.

Normal hours of work are 37 hours per week based around the usual business working week. Dependent on service requirements, you may be required to work on a rota basis.
Please be aware that we are not carrying out international recruitment at present and are currently unable to support sponsorship visas.

About Bury
The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare or children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment may be subject to a satisfactory disclosure at the appropriate level under the Disclosure and Barring Service.
In line with safer recruitment, please ensure that your application/CV covers your full employment history and there is a reason noted for any gaps in employment. Successful candidates will be asked to provide relevant references for the past ten years and character references will not be accepted.

As a Corporate Parent, ensure that the work and services you deliver considers our care experienced young people, promotes their life chances empowers them to influence the policies, services, and decisions that affect them, champions their rights, and ensure they grow up in the best possible way.

Benefits of working for Bury Council
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We support employees to work with agility, where appropriate for the post and service requirements.

We are committed to Bury being an equal society that recognises values and embraces all people, regardless of any difference, for the skills, abilities and experiences they bring into the workforce and the wider community. Therefore we guarantee an interview for disabled people, looked after children/ care leavers, armed forces personnel (including reservists and veterans) and carers of adults or disabled children if they meet the essential criteria.

Next steps

For an informal chat regarding the role please contact Anthony McGrath on .