About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Data Architect to join the Guinness Team. This is a permanent, full-time position (35 hours per week) based in either our London or Oldham office. We offer a hybrid working arrangement, combining office and remote working.
The purpose of the role is to establish, lead and evolve Guinness's enterprise data architecture capability, ensuring data is structured, governed and integrated as a strategic asset that enables business outcomes, regulatory compliance and informed decision-making.
What we are looking for
We are looking for someone who has proven experience defining enterprise data architecture, enterprise data models, and domain architectures within complex organisations. You will have strong expertise in modern data platforms, integration architecture, master data management, metadata governance, and data quality frameworks, alongside hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Fabric, and data governance tools such as Purview or OneTrust. The successful candidate will be able to translate business strategy into clear architectural standards and roadmaps, while building strong relationships and influencing stakeholders at all levels to drive successful outcomes.
You will be able to demonstrate these essential skills:
Proven experience of defining enterprise data architecture, enterprise data models, and domain architectures in complex organisations.
Experience of using Enterprise Architecture Frameworks (TOGAF, DAMA (CDMP)), architectural principles, design patterns, architecture tools and artifact repositories.
Strong understanding of integration architecture, modern data platforms, and master data management approaches.
Strong knowledge of metadata management, lineage, data catalogues and data quality frameworks.
Experience of working with Microsoft Azure data services, Microsoft Fabric, and governance tooling such as OneTrust, Purview, or equivalent.
Experience in translating business strategy into practical architecture standards and roadmaps.
Able to lead, engage and influence at all levels.
Demonstrates the Guinness Leadership and Management Standard.
Demonstrates the Guinness Behaviours.
Desirable skills:
Experience of working within the social housing sector.
Knowledge of social housing processes and systems.
Essential qualifications
Certification in TOGAF, Zachman, DAMA (CDMP), or equivalent frameworks.
Educated to Level 6 (degree or equivalent) or higher in an IT/ STEM related degree discipline.
Desirable qualifications
Azure or Microsoft Data certifications.
PM / Prince 2 / Agile Practitioner / DevOps / ITIL.
*Please note that the advertised salary includes a £6,000 London Job Supplement. This supplement is only available to employees based at our Euston Road office*
To find out more about the key responsibilities of the role and to ensure you meet the full essential criteria, please review the role profile.
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About UsSkills Required
- Proven experience defining enterprise data architecture, enterprise data models, and domain architectures in complex organizations
- Experience using enterprise architecture frameworks such as TOGAF or DAMA CDMP, architectural principles, design patterns, architecture tools, and artifact repositories
- Strong understanding of integration architecture, modern data platforms, and master data management
- Strong knowledge of metadata management, data lineage, data catalogues, and data quality frameworks
- Experience with Microsoft Azure data services, Microsoft Fabric, and governance tools such as OneTrust or Microsoft Purview
- Experience translating business strategy into practical architecture standards and roadmaps
- Ability to lead, engage, and influence stakeholders at all levels
- Certification in TOGAF, Zachman, DAMA CDMP, or an equivalent framework
- Degree or equivalent qualification at Level 6 or higher in an IT or STEM-related discipline
- Experience working within the social housing sector
- Knowledge of social housing processes and systems
- Azure or Microsoft Data certifications
- Project management, Prince2, Agile Practitioner, DevOps, or ITIL qualification
What We Do
The Guinness Partnership is a housing association focused on improving lives by providing homes and housing services. It develops and manages more than 70,000 homes across England, including affordable rental homes, affordable home-ownership options, and specialist housing for older people. It also maintains and improves existing homes and reinvests profits from property sales into building more affordable housing, serving residents and communities through its housing and customer services.
