Data Architect

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Job Title: Data Architect

Location: Remote

Duration: 3-6 months

Rate: £up to £700 per day based on relevant experienceKey responsibilitiesBuild strong relationships with business SMEs and stakeholders and actively engage to understand the current data landscape and strategic business priorities.Produce data solution architectures to support the organisation's transformation programmeWork within a multi-disciplined team including design/development teams and technology partnersWork with solution architects and business leads and other Data Architects to develop solution architectures focusing on the data and information aspects of the solutionCapture and maintain the data architecture view (glossaries, models, dictionaries) for the solutions.Contribute to the formation of the enterprise data model and dictionary for this area of responsibilityValidating and signing off data extracts for reporting purposesEnsuring data integrity across the lifecycle of data, identifying any controls required.Identification of risks, issues, and opportunities through the data workstreams and development of strategies that bring teams together to resolve those risks and issues.Skills and experienceSolid data architecture experience in data analysis, modelling (conceptual and logical), with understanding of where and when to apply in a combination of COTS and bespoke delivery working in a multi-vendor environmentExperience with SAP Applications, Data Management and Data Architecture and Integration.Understanding of the SAP application architecture and system landscapes.Experience working with SAP S/4HANA, BW/4HANA, as a data/information architect.Experience working on SAP FICA, SAP Materials Management would be an advantage.Data Migration and Integration experience is essential, with a clear understanding of the implications and stages of a data migration, and integration patterns.Practical knowledge of data management practices and approaches.Knowledge of Architecture frameworks, such as Zachman, TOGAF and how to apply these in the context of Data ArchitectureDemonstrable expertise in a relevant consulting or technology area, strong client-facing skills and evidence of continued career progression. Excellent communication and collaboration skillsExperience of working as part of a large programmeUse of Enterprise Architect and/or Solution ArchitectExcellent communication and presentation skillsAbility to explain complex concepts to business SME's with clarityStrong data architecture principles, and an ability to apply these in practice to a major programme of work.Practiced leadership skills and able to influence a wide range of stakeholdersKnowledge of the HE sector will be advantageous, but not essentialPlease submit your CV at your earliest convenience