Data Architect

Are you ‘The One’……

Could you be the one to lead Futures Housing Group down the data rabbit hole, plugging us into the Matrix? We’re looking for a Data Architect in a brand new role to join our mission to find the door and help our people walk through it.

Like Morpheus, we’re looking for a flexible, adaptable Data Architect who can help transform our reality and crucially, how we do business. This role is being uploaded so we can recruit special talent working at the cutting edge of helping us improve what we do and how we do it.

Because this is a cross-business role, we need a special someone who can share their data knowledge, influence decision making and effortlessly deliver data solutions in complex environments.

As part of our Data Strategy, we’re recruiting for both this role and the additional new role of Data Engineer, we’re hoping that our new Data Architect can utilise their expertise, taking part in the recruitment of our Data Engineer!

A few key points from our role profile:

• Lead on the delivery and implementation of the Group’s data strategy.
• Design and implement scalable, secure, and efficient data architecture.
• Develop and maintain enterprise data models, standards, and frameworks.
• Enable seamless data integration across systems and applications aligned with business needs.
• Support initiatives and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver improved data quality, enforce standards, optimise data for analytics, and oversee compliance with data governance policies and regulatory requirements.
• Provide strategic guidance and expertise towards the continual improvement and development of the Group’s data strategy.
• Act as a subject matter expert on data architecture in cross-functional projects.
• Ensure alignment of data architecture with cloud, on-premises, or hybrid infrastructure strategies.

You’ll be a real problem solver, someone with a natural passion for data who is excited by translating business needs into technical data solutions and you’re ready to apply your understanding of data architecture principles, frameworks, and methodologies to make a lasting difference for colleagues and customers.

You'll support, develop and have line management responsibility for a Data Engineer, who will lead on the management and integration of data through ETL processes. You'll also be working seamlessly with other data teams, such as those delivering reporting, cyber security, data policies and data regulations.

You’ve the ability to work accurately, deliver high standards and work to tight deadlines which will make you a great fit for our forward thinking ICT Team.

So, what’s in it for me!

If you’re successful, you’ll be joining a dynamic organisation with an amazing culture. We offer competitive benefits that include agile working. The flexibility you may need wherever possible, mileage, private healthcare options, discount schemes and with a big emphasis on health and well-being. You’ll have great opportunities to grow and develop, personally and professionally, but the greatest reward will be knowing you’re helping people and communities across our region to thrive.

We’ve a state-of-the-art, flexible workspace so you’ll have both great people and a great environment around you. We’ll also provide you with an agile kit and access to Touchdown Points where you can plug in to a workstation, catch up with colleagues and attend local meetings. 

We’re also proud to be awarded the coveted Investor in People Platinum award – the highest of IiP accreditation. The award recognises organisations which are passionate about making sure all employees get the best experience at work.

To start your Futures Journey, take a look at our Role Profile and make a note in your calendar, 1st stage interviews will take place 5th/6th March with face to face interviews 18th/19th March. Please note we may contact candidates or close the vacancy prior to the closing date.