Enterprise Data Architect

Role description

Global Systems Integrator (Microsoft-focused) | Enterprise Transformation Programme
Role Overview
This is a senior leadership role responsible for shaping and delivering a next-generation Microsoft Fabric analytics ecosystem from the ground up.
You will own the end-to-end data architecture, integration strategy, and platform design, leading the transition from legacy Azure-based ETL and analytics workloads into a modern, scalable, AI/ML-ready Microsoft Fabric platform.
This is a strategic build-from-scratch transformation programme, not a BAU optimisation or incremental improvement role.
Key Responsibilities

Define and document enterprise data architecture, integrations, and standards
Establish medallion architecture and enterprise data modelling best practices
Assess and map the existing Azure and ETL ecosystem
Design migration and integration strategy across multiple internal and external data sources
Support downstream programme delivery through hands‑on architecture leadership
Work closely with offshore delivery teams, including India-based technical teams
Act as the programme-level technical authority and senior stakeholder advisor
Support future AI/ML and Copilot enablement initiatives
Contribute to governance strategy, potentially including Microsoft Purview
Facilitate architecture workshops and stakeholder engagement sessions
Deep expertise in Microsoft Fabric
Proven experience with:
Medallion architecture
Enterprise and domain data modelling

Analytics platform design background as:

Senior Data Architect
Experience delivering greenfield or enterprise platform transformation programmes
Ability to lead and structure large technical delivery teams
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
Experience leading or managing large offshore teams
Exposure to Databricks environments would be a bonus
Knowledge of Microsoft Purview and modern governance tooling
Experience within:
Retail
Travel
Organisation has adopted a Microsoft‑first strategy
Microsoft Fabric selected as the strategic analytics platform
Greenfield implementation with opportunity to shape architecture from inception
Consolidation of multiple data platforms into a unified analytics ecosystem
AI and ML capability is a key future objective
Copilot and Microsoft AI strategy have influenced platform direction

Engagement Options

Permanent
Day‑rate contract
Aligned to Director‑level responsibilities and expectations.

Working Model

Approximately 2 days per week onsite in London
In‑person workshops and stakeholder sessions required
Travel expectations apply where necessary
Salary £120k to £150k based on experience and depth of consultancy experience
NEST pension - 3% employer contribution initially Increasing to 5%
21 days holiday
Additional discretionary leave may be provided
Opportunity to work within a Microsoft‑centric consultancy environment

Additional Information

Notice periods of max 1–2 months can be accommodated
Unfortunately the client is unable to provide workpermit visa sponsorship for this role

This role is not suited to:

Pure Power BI Developers
Principal Data Engineers without heavy data architecture experience
BAU‑focused technical profiles

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
The client are committed to building diverse and inclusive teams and encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities, and experiences. We believe diversity drives innovation and are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to succeed.
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