Enterprise Data Architect : Hybrid : Newcastle : GBP85k : GBP100k + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Im seeking an experience Enterprise Data Architect for a forward:thinking, regulated organisation with a strong national footprint. They are looking for a talented Enterprise Data Architect to shape the future of their cloud:first data strategy. Youll be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimising a scalable and secure data architecture that empowers advanced analytics, supports regulatory reporting, and drives long:term business value. You will lead the design of a high:performance data estate, built primarily on Microsoft Azure and Databricks Key Responsibilities • Design and implement scalable, secure cloud:based data architecture (Azure and Databricks) • Develop optimised data models and pipelines using Delta Lake and Azure services • Define data standards, policies, and governance practices aligned with compliance • Enable real:time analytics and machine learning use cases across business functions • Ensure data integration across structured/unstructured sources with high availability • Lead innovation and adopt best practices in data engineering and architecture • Collaborate with internal stakeholders and third:party vendors Key Skills And Experience • Proven background designing and delivering enterprise:scale data platforms • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure, Databricks, Delta Lake, and data warehousing • Advanced data modelling and ETL/ELT optimisation experience • Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as IFRS 17, BCBS 239, and UK Data Protection • Excellent stakeholder communication and cross:functional collaboration skills • Prior experience in a regulated industry (e.g. insurance, financial services, healthcare) is desirable • Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert • Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate • Databricks Certified Data Engineer or Machine Learning Associate Benefits for the Enterprise Data Architect • Discretionary annual bonus • Hybrid working (2 days office / 3 days home) • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing over time) • Enhanced pension • Flexitime and flexible working options • Electric car salary sacrifice scheme • Healthcare cash plan • Wellbeing app and fitness platform • Enhanced parental leave and IVF appointment time • Life assurance (4x salary) • Discounts on insurance products and retailers • Cycle to Work Scheme, community support days and social events If you are interested in this role or looking for something similar, Alex MacDermott directly. If you are interested in this position please click apply. Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent and contract roles within Engineering and Manufacturing, IT and Digital, Science and Technology and Service and Sales sectors. Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills and qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.