Principal Data Modeller & Data Architect (Management Level)
đź“Ť Location: London (Hybrid) | Practice Area: Data & Analytics | Type: Permanent
We’re looking for a Principal Data Architect & Data Modelling Consultant to lead the design, development, and delivery of enterprise-grade data solutions across large-scale transformation programmes.
In these strategic and hands-on roles, you’ll shape data architecture strategies, design best-practice data models, and enable modern, cloud-based ecosystems that unlock business insight and value. You’ll collaborate with senior stakeholders, guide delivery teams, and play a pivotal role in advancing our clients’ data maturity and innovation.
What You’ll Do
* Lead agile consulting engagements focused on data architecture, modelling, and cloud transformation
* Define and implement scalable enterprise data strategies and modern platform designs
* Design and deliver conceptual, logical, and physical data models that drive alignment between technology and business vision
* Partner with engineers, domain experts, and business teams to translate requirements into intelligent data solutions
* Support data governance, metadata management, and standards enforcement across programmes
* Act as a subject matter expert, presenting technical concepts in a clear business context
* Mentor data professionals and contribute to the development of our data architecture and modelling capabilities
What We’re Looking For
* 5+ years of experience in data architecture, data modelling, or enterprise data transformation
* Proven experience designing and implementing cloud-native data solutions (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
* Strong understanding of data modelling practices (conceptual, logical, physical) and enterprise data management principles
* Hands-on experience with data modelling tools (e.g., Erwin, Sparx, PowerDesigner) and big data/cloud ecosystems (e.g., Databricks, Snowflake, Redshift, Spark)
* Solid grasp of data governance, metadata, and data quality frameworks
* Excellent stakeholder engagement skills — able to communicate complex data concepts to both technical and business audiences
Bonus Points For
* Certifications in data or cloud architecture (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP, Databricks)
* Experience with data lake design, large-scale data migrations, or regulatory data initiatives
* Familiarity with semantic modelling, ontologies, or graph data concepts (RDF, OWL, TTL)
* Exposure to Python or SQL for model design and validation
* Background in financial services, energy, or large-scale enterprise transformation
Why Join?
* Deliver high-impact data and technology solutions for leading organisations
* Work in a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting environment
* Access continuous learning, professional certifications, and dedicated coaching from day one
* Be part of a team shaping the future of digital and data transformation across industries
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive, people-first benefits package designed to support every aspect of your life:
Core Benefits: Competitive salary and bonus, pension, private health insurance, life insurance, and critical illness cover.
Wellbeing: Access to mental health support and wellbeing resources.
Family-Friendly: Enhanced maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave, plus paid leave for sickness, fertility treatment, menopause, and bereavement.
Family Care: Complimentary backup care sessions for emergency childcare or eldercare.
Holiday Flexibility: Five weeks of annual leave, with options to buy or sell additional days.
Continuous Learning: Minimum 40 hours of annual training via workshops, certifications, or e-learning — with a dedicated business coach from day one.
Healthcare Access: Online GP and digital health consultations.
Extra Perks: Gym memberships, travel insurance, dining discounts, season ticket loans, Cycle to Work, and dental insurance.