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Data Architect

JAM Recruitment Ltd
Portsmouth
6 days ago
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Data ArchitectBroad Oak Based (Mainly remote, 1-2 days per month on site)£86.48 an hour Umbrella Inside IR3512 Month Contract initially. This is a great opportunity to work within one of the UK's leading Defence organisations based In Broad Oak. Mainly remote. Applies knowledge, skills and training to deliver the information technology and data solutions required to allow the business to meet its strategic and tactical goals.Leads initiatives to improve the accuracy of data throught the enterpriseLeads activities to improve the use of data to drive busness insight and decision makingLeads activities/supports the business in the governance of all aspects of dataProvides guidance on accessibility, retrievability and protection of data, whilst supporting the transformation of information from one format/medium to another, where appropriate. Understands the relevant organisational policies and procedures and operates to ensure the data is presented effectively.Influences and maintains the data technology architecture, including metadata, integration and business intelligence or data warehouse architectureHas defined authority and accountability for actions and decisions within a significant area of work, including technical, financial and quality aspects. Establishes organisational objectives and assigns responsibilities.Influences organisation, customers, suppliers, partners and peers on the contribution of own specialism. Makes decisions which impact the success of assigned work, i.e. results, deadlines and budget. Has significant influence over the allocation and management of resources appropriate to given assignments. Leads on user/customer and group collaboration throughout all stages of work. Ensures users' needs are met consistently through each work stage. Builds appropriate and effective business relationships across the organisation and with customers, suppliers and partners. Creates and supports collaborative ways of working across group/area of responsibility. Facilitates collaboration between stakeholders who have diverse objectives.Knowledge:Awareness of business unit policies and processes.Extensive knowledge of the data landscape within business unit/sector and how data sets may interact.Experience of working in an IT Function or similar.Deep understanding of the UK Gov DDaT frameworkIs fully familiar with recognised industry bodies of knowledge both generic and specific, and knowledge of the business, suppliers, partners, competitors and clients. Develops a wider breadth of knowledge across the industry or business. Applies knowledge to help to define the standards which others will apply.Skills: (Recommended max 5 /statements)A good level of experience in supporting the delivery of medium sized projects in a couple if not all of the IM&T Data skill sets.Demonstrates leadership in operational management.Analyses requirements and advises on scope and options for continual operational improvement.Assesses and evaluates risk.Takes all requirements into account when making proposals.Shares own knowledge and experience and encourages learning and growth.Advises on available standards, methods, tools, applications and processes relevant to group specialism(s) and can make appropriate choices from alternatives.Understands and evaluates the organisational impact of new technologies and Data services.Creatively applies innovative thinking and design practices in identifying solutions that will deliver value for the benefit of the customer/stakeholder.Clearly demonstrates impactful communication skills (oral, written and presentation) in both formal and informal settings, articulating complex ideas to broad audiences.Learning and professional development - takes initiative to advance own skills and identify and manage development opportunities in area of responsibility.Security, privacy and ethics - proactively contributes to the implementation of appropriate working practices and culture.SFIA skills as defined in the appropriate Sub-Discipline available in the IM&T Skills AcademyFor more information please contact Lauren Morley at JAM Recruitment or click apply. TPBN1_UKTJ

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