Average Data Architect salary in the UK

Lead Data & AI Architect (Contract) - London / HybridRobert Half International (an S&P 500 global staffing provider) is supporting a client in the search for an experienced Lead Data & AI Architect. This is a highly client-facing role suited to individuals with a strong consulting background who can combine deep technical expertise with stakeholder management, solution architecture and strategic advisory capabilities. As a trusted advisor, you will help organisations shape enterprise data strategies, modernise data platforms and build scalable foundations for AI, analytics and business intelligence initiatives.Assignment Details:Initial 3-month contract with strong likelihood of extensionocation: London/Hybrid (1-2 days per week in the City)ailyRate: £600p/day via umbrella companyFast-track onboarding availableKey Responsibilities:Lead data architecture engagements from discovery through to implementation and optimisationDesign and deliver enterprise-scale data platforms across Microsoft Fabric, Azure, AWS, Databricks and SnowflakeDefine data architecture roadmaps aligned to business and AI strategiesDrive data modelling, governance, integration and interoperability standardsArchitect solutions supporting analytics, machine learning and AI use casesProvide technical leadership across data engineering, analytics and AI delivery teamsEstablish best practice around security, privacy, compliance, metadata and data qualityAct as a trusted advisor to senior business and technology stakeholdersSupport client workshops, solution development and strategic architecture assessmentsRequired Experience:Previous consulting experience within a recognised consulting organisationExtensive experience leading enterprise data architecture initiativesStrong client-facing stakeholder management and advisory skillsExperience delivering cloud-based data platforms within complex environmentsExperience operating across multiple workstreams and senior stakeholdersAbility to bridge business strategy and technical deliveryNice to Have:* Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert* AWS Solutions Architect Professional* Databricks Certifications* CDMP Certification* Terraform, Bicep or Infrastructure-as-Code experience* dbt, Airflow or modern orchestration frameworks* Experience supporting AI, GenAI or RAG-based architectures* Experience within Financial Services, Healthcare, Life Sciences, Energy, Retail or ManufacturingRobert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:

Senior Data Architect£100,000 - Two year FTCWe are recruiting a Senior Data Architect to join a specialist advisory organisation operating at the intersection of financial services and technology. With a history operating in regulated environments, the business supports institutions where technology carries significant financial and regulatory impact.This is a key role within a growing Data & AI capability responsible for shaping and governing enterprise data architecture to support analytics, reporting and advanced AI use cases in complex, regulated environments.This position is a senior technical leadership role where you will provide architectural oversight rather than hands-on delivery. You will play a critical role in ensuring data is trusted, well-designed, and aligned to both business priorities and regulatory expectations.ResponsibilitiesShape and evolve enterprise-wide data architecture to support strategic business objectives and technology directionDevelop robust data designs to enable scalable analytics, reporting and AI capabilitiesDefine and embed architectural frameworks and standards across the data environmentProvide governance and design assurance to ensure consistency, quality and alignment with regulatory expectationsEnable strong data management practices including governance, lineage and data qualityContribute to the development of strategic data roadmaps, balancing immediate delivery needs with long-term goalsEnsure data platforms and solutions meet requirements for security, performance, resilience, and complianceSkills and ExperienceProven experience in a senior data architecture roleStrong knowledge of data architecture principles including data modelling and platform designExperience designing data solutions for analytics, reporting and Machine Learning use casesExperience working within regulated environments (e.g. financial services, insurance, banking)Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearlyWhat's on OfferSalary of up to £100,000Hybrid working arrangement - 3 days per week in officeOpportunity to define architecture in a fast paced, evolving environmentRobust company benefits packageTenth Revolution Group are the go-to recruiter for Data & AI roles in the UK, offering more opportunities nationwide than any other recruitment agency. We are proud sponsors of SQLBits, Power Platform World Tour and the London Fabric User Group

Senior Data Architect £100,000 - Two year FTCWe are recruiting a Senior Data Architect to join a specialist advisory organisation operating at the intersection of financial services and technology. With a history operating in regulated environments, the business supports institutions where technology carries significant financial and regulatory impact.This is a key role within a growing Data & AI capability responsible for shaping and governing enterprise data architecture to support analytics, reporting and advanced AI use cases in complex, regulated environments.This position is a senior technical leadership role where you will provide architectural oversight rather than hands-on delivery. You will play a critical role in ensuring data is trusted, well-designed, and aligned to both business priorities and regulatory expectations.ResponsibilitiesShape and evolve enterprise-wide data architecture to support strategic business objectives and technology directionDevelop robust data designs to enable scalable analytics, reporting and AI capabilitiesDefine and embed architectural frameworks and standards across the data environmentProvide governance and design assurance to ensure consistency, quality and alignment with regulatory expectationsEnable strong data management practices including governance, lineage and data qualityContribute to the development of strategic data roadmaps, balancing immediate delivery needs with long-term goalsEnsure data platforms and solutions meet requirements for security, performance, resilience, and complianceSkills and ExperienceProven experience in a senior data architecture roleStrong knowledge of data architecture principles including data modelling and platform designExperience designing data solutions for analytics, reporting and Machine Learning use casesExperience working within regulated environments (e.g. financial services, insurance, banking)Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearlyWhat's on OfferSalary of up to £100,000Hybrid working arrangement - 3 days per week in officeOpportunity to define architecture in a fast paced, evolving environmentRobust company benefits packageTenth Revolution Group are the go-to recruiter for Data & AI roles in the UK, offering more opportunities nationwide than any other recruitment agency. We are proud sponsors of SQLBits, Power Platform World Tour and the London Fabric User Group