HM Land Registry are looking for Data Architects to join a growing data capability, supporting the delivery of major transformation programmes across the organisation. This role sits at the centre of how data is structured, governed and used across a large and complex organisation, supporting the delivery of digital services and ongoing transformation. £48,700 - £59,600 (depending on assessment), 29% employer pension contribution plus full Civil Service benefits. Flexible, hybrid working from 14 HMLR offices.About the Data Architect:HM Land Registry (HMLR) is continuing a major transformation programme, with a clear ambition to become the world's leading land registry for speed, simplicity and an open approach to data.This role sits at the centre of how HMLR manages and uses data across its services. You will be working across a complex and evolving data landscape, helping to shape how data is structured, governed and used to support both operational services and long-term transformation.You will operate across both business and technical areas, working with architecture, engineering and data teams to ensure that data is consistent, well-governed and aligned to organisational standards. The role involves supporting the definition of data strategy, contributing to design decisions and ensuring that data architecture is applied consistently across systems and services.About youYou will have experience working with data in a technical or analytical environment, with an understanding of data modelling, governance and data management practices. You will be confident working with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, helping to shape data strategies and ensuring alignment with organisational standards.You will be able to undertake data impact assessments, analyse source systems and data flows, and present clear insights to support effective decision-making. You will also be comfortable working within established architectural frameworks, applying patterns and principles to solve business problems.Responsibilities for the Data Architect:Working with the Architecture, Data Management and Software Engineering Practices to ensure data architecture is in accordance with the agency's strategies.Taking part in technical and business design authorities in order to approve their vision for dataMaking sure that systems are designed, upgraded, managed, de-commissioned and archived in compliance with data policy across the full data life cycleRecommending, developing, implementing, and maintaining processes, standards and best practices to promote and protect the confidentiality, availability and integrity of structured and unstructured data in HM Land Registry.Performing root cause analysis on data and service problems and recommends corrective action to improve data qualityEssential skillsStrong stakeholder communication skills, ability to work across technical and non-technical teamsExperience in data profiling, source system analysis and presenting insights to support data useUnderstanding of data governance and assurance, ensure compliance and make recommendationsKnowledge of data modelling principles, including creating, maintaining and updating data modelsExperience working with data standards and policies ensuring effective data management and integrationStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify trends, resolve issues and implement improvementsAbility to contribute to data architecture and design decisions, working within established frameworks and aligning solutions to business needsLocationExpectation is to be working from any of the advertised locations 60% of your time across the month (typically 3 days/week), hours are flexible and condensed hours are an option. Locations available: Birkenhead, Croydon, Coventry, Durham, Weymouth, Gloucester, Kingston upon Hull, Leicester, Nottingham, Peterborough, Plymouth, Warton, Swansea, Telford.SalaryCivil Service Grade: SEO Dependent upon assessment at interview your starting salary will be one of the following: - Developing - £48,700 - Proficient - £54,100 - Accomplished - £59,600BenefitsOver 29% employer pension contributionAnnual leave of 28.5 days per year plus 8 public holidaysA clear progression pathway including personalised training and development plansExpensed accreditations with dedicated training daysFlexi-time scheme (you decide what working hours work best for you)Opportunity to work condensed hoursSocial and sports clubsAccess to an Employee Assistance Programme for counselling and supportInterest-free season ticket loanCycle to Work scheme (salary sacrifice)HMLR has a strong and positive culture, a commitment to inclusivity, a focus on continuous learning and development, and flexible ways of working.Further InformationPlease apply with a Personal Statement alongside your CV. Follow to the application page for guidance on what to include. HMLR does not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker Licence and is unable to sponsor individuals for Skilled Worker sponsorship.If you have experience working with data, with an understanding of data modelling, governance and architecture principles and are looking to apply this within a large, complex organisation where data is central to services and transformation, apply now or contact Zee in complete confidence
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