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£600 per day limited paid via Umbrella company inside IR35
Our client is looking for an experienced Data Architect.
A skilled Data Architect to support our strategic “Planning Horizons” workstream. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the transformation of our Town Planning department by shaping the future of our data architecture.
You will play a pivotal role in reverse engineering the current data model of our IDOX Uniform system and designing a future-state architecture that aligns with our organizational goals and planning processes.
Key Responsibilities
Immerse yourself in the Town Planning department to understand current workflows and data usage.
Reverse engineer the As-Is physical data model of the IDOX Uniform system.
Design the To-Be conceptual and physical data models that reflect ideal organisational processes.
Develop a comprehensive data dictionary/catalog.
Map data integration points and data flows across systems.
Document data lineage and support the implementation of Role-Based Access Control (RBAC).
Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment between data architecture and business needs.
Essential Skills & Experience
Proven experience in data modelling (dimensional, data vault).
Strong understanding of system integration and data flow mapping.
Experience with business process mapping and aligning data models to organisational workflows.
Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid environment.
Desirable Knowledge
Familiarity with IDOX Uniform or similar planning systems.
Experience in local government or public sector data environments.
Qualifications
No specific memberships or qualifications are required, but relevant certifications in data architecture or systems design are advantageous.
The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients
are an equal opportunities employer

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