The VOA's Data Architecture Team is recruiting for a permanent Data Architect within Data Foundations in the Information, Data & Analysis Directorate. The Data Architecture team is the voice of data for the Valuation Office Agency (VOA), providing guidance, producing artefacts, and collaborating with key stakeholders to:
* Effectively manage VOA data assets
* Facilitate communication between technical and non-technical teams
* Champion data-driven design and adoption of data centricity
* Provide VOA business streams with efficient, secure, and reliable access to high-quality data
The team is part of the Information Data and Analysis Directorate (ID&A), within the Finance, Data and Analysis Group. You will support the Head of Data Architecture to develop and deliver a high-performing Data Architecture Service, including producing data flow diagrams, defining and advocating for the agency's data requirements, refining VOA data architecture principles, and establishing the VOA's data architecture framework. We are developing a long-term data architecture strategy and focusing on maturing the VOA's internal data architecture capability.
Data Foundations is a diverse, multi-disciplinary team at the heart of VOA transformation, supporting the Business Systems Transformation programme (BST) and contributing to our Data Strategy. We have bold plans to unlock the value of data in the Valuation Office Agency. Joining us at this exciting time offers a fantastic opportunity to be involved in a broad range of Data Architecture initiatives and gain extensive experience. Our unit emphasizes leadership development within an open, transparent culture based on collective responsibility and accountability.
Data Architect - Data Model Product Owner - Key Responsibilities
Your role will be to lead a team of Data Modellers engaged with Transformation Programmes, utilizing Logical Data Models, and developing and assuring Modelling Standards for Solution Design and Build Teams. The Data Modelling Product Owner will deliver Logical Models aligned with the central enterprise model, based on the requirements of key stakeholders in Council Tax and Non-Domestic Rating streams. You will collaborate with Technical Experts to extend Logical Models reflecting innovations and improvements.
* Deliver Logical Models integrated into the enterprise/business data model
* Support transformation programme design and development
* Develop Conceptual Data Models
* Establish Standards and Policies
* Design Geo-spatial Data Models
* Provide oversight and advice to other data architects on data artefacts
Supporting:
* Strategic reference data - design and standards
* Development of the Data Architecture roadmap and VOA Data Strategy
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The Valuation Office Agency (VOA) is the public sector's property valuation expert, vital to collecting over £60 billion annually for communities across England and Wales. We uphold values of professionalism, integrity, respect, and innovation. We are committed to a collaborative, supportive environment that fosters growth and development, empowering colleagues to succeed at every career stage.
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