🚨 Contract Opportunity: Data Architect – London Market Insurance 🚨
Location: Central London (Hybrid – 2 days/week in office)
Rate: £650–£850/day (Outside IR35)
Duration: 6 months (initial engagement, with likely extensions)
We’re partnering with a leading global insurance group to recruit an experienced Data Architect for a major data transformation initiative. This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned contractor with deep expertise in the London Market insurance sector and a passion for building robust, scalable data architectures using modern cloud technologies.
Key Responsibilities:
* Design and lead the implementation of data architectures aligned with business and regulatory requirements.
* Champion best practices in data modelling, ensuring consistency and scalability across the enterprise.
* Play a critical role in the build-out and optimisation of a Medallion architecture using Databricks and the Azure data platform.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams including data engineers, analysts, and business stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
* Govern and enhance the overall data platform, ensuring high data quality, lineage, and performance.
Requirements:
* Proven experience in London Market insurance data environments – essential.
* Strong background in data architecture, particularly within Azure ecosystems (e.g., Azure Data Lake, Synapse, Data Factory).
* Hands-on expertise with Databricks and implementing Medallion architecture patterns.
* Advanced data modelling capabilities, with experience across operational and analytical domains.
* Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
Why Apply?
* Work on a high-impact programme in a globally recognised insurance environment.
* Competitive day rate outside IR35.
* Flexible hybrid working (2 days in Central London office).
* Join a forward-thinking team with a strong technology roadmap and investment in modern data platforms.
Start Date: ASAP (June start preferred)
Apply now to find out more – this is an exclusive opportunity with interviews taking place shortly.