About the role:
This role will be responsible for leading the definition and implementation of strategies, principles and standards for data modelling, data quality and data management.
The role will include but not be refined to:
Define and manage the Enterprise Data Architecture principles, blueprints, Enterprise Data patterns and technology standards.
Identify important potential technologies and approaches to address current and future Enterprise Data needs, evaluating their applicability and fit, as well as leading the definition of standards and best-practices for their use.
Provide hands-on application of Enterprise Data technologies and processes to support proof-of-concept development, review of critical systems and training to other teams within the wider organisation.
Support Head of Information Management & CTO in defining and managing the Architecture and Technology governance processes for the Enterprise Data landscape.
Coach and mentor members of the Technology team to provide technical oversight.
Defining & delivering a clear & strategic Data Architecture roadmap in alignment with the wider IT organisation and business.
Being responsible for identifying how Information & Data can be better used to forward the aims of Thames Water.
Identifying opportunities to generate revenue and improve business performance using both internal & external data content.
Engaging and influencing all activities that manage customer, business & personal data e.g. Customer Services, Call Centres etc.
To be successful you will have the following skills and experience:
- Preferred Educated to degree level, BSc or equivalent.
- Significant experience in the capacity of Enterprise Architect or Data Architect, with extensive experience leading Information/ Data Architecture across an organisation.
- Strong knowledge of architecture methodologies, principles and frameworks, ideally TOGAF.
- Practical experience of defining technology domain roadmaps.
- Experience in working with 3rd party delivery partners and vendors.
- Has excellent interpersonal skills and is fully experienced at dealing with stakeholders.
- Proficient and effective communicator.
- Preferred previous experience within the utility industry or large, complex enterprises.
What’s in it for you:
Data is key to Thames Water's digital transformation, and the Enterprise Data Architect will play a lead role in defining and driving the Enterprise Architecture strategy for Information & Data ensuring that it aligns with the wider Digital roadmap & business strategies.
Our competitive salary package includes an excellent contributory pension, 26 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with length of service and a wider benefits scheme. This includes an annual pay review, season ticket loans, voucher scheme giving you money off in major retail outlets, loyalty awards for continuous service plus much more, including our refer-a-friend bonus, where you can receive up to £1,000 for helping someone get a permanent position within the company.
We’re also proud to be here for our local community, offering all of our teams two days paid volunteer leave a year, as well as proudly supporting a lot of local events and charities.
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About us:
Thames Water is the UK’s largest water and wastewater company. We make a daily difference to millions of customers by supplying 2.7 billion litres of world-class water to around 10 million homes.
As our world changes, the need to take care of our most precious resource is greater than ever, both locally and globally. That’s why, at Thames Water, every one of our actions, big and small, matters every day. Water is essential to daily life, and that means our business is always open. We’re passionate about providing world-class tap water, now and for the future.
We’re also turning poo into power, self-generating 20% of the energy we use and, in turn, doing our bit for the planet. We’re reducing plastic waste by celebrating our tap water and rolling out an ambitious water fountain project. We’re using our voice to lobby for change and partnering with WaterAid to provide clean water to the world’s poorest communities.
Together, we’re building a better future for our customers, our region and our planet.
Thames Water is a unique, rewarding and diverse place to work. If you join our team, you’ll enjoy fast-tracked career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and unparalleled benefits. We’re also proud to be an equal opportunity employer, Stonewall Diversity Champion and Disability Confident Leader, welcoming individuals from all walks of life and leading the way with an award-winning mental health and wellbeing strategy.