Data Architect (London)

Data Architect

Salary: National Circa 65,000 and London Circa 85000.

Locations: London, Norwich or York

Do you love shaping how data flows across an organisation?

This role is perfect for someone whos already made their mark in enterprise data architecture and is ready to take things further.

If youve worked with metadata, master data, and data modellingand youre excited to help a business make smarter decisions through better datayoull thrive here.

Whether youre based in London, York or Norwich, youll be part of a team thats building something meaningful.

A bit about the job:

Were looking for a Data Architect who specialises in Information Architecture . Youll design and govern how data is structured, understood and flows across Aviva.

Youll help us manage metadata, master and reference data, and ensure our data assets speak a common language.

This role sits within our Architecture team and supports both operational and analytical data needsmaking sure our data is not just stored but used wisely.

Youll work closely with stakeholders across the business, helping them understand and use data effectively. And youll bring a pragmatic approachknowing that perfect data isnt always possible, but great design and governance can make a big difference.

Skills and experience were looking for:

• Experience designing enterprise-wide information and data models, using organisational and industry standards and leveraging relevant tools and techniques.
• Strong knowledge of data management disciplines at a strategicas well as operational capacity, including experience in metadata management, data governance, and master/reference data management.
• Ability to articulate and illustrate abstract concepts in a clear, concise and relevant manner,whilst linking them to business benefits and actionable steps.
• Familiarity with AWS (EC2, S3, RDS, Redshift, Glue), Snowflake, and PostgreSQL.
• Understanding of data warehousing and modelling techniques like ER diagrams, Data Vault 2.0 and Kimball.

What youll get for this role:

Our purpose with you today, for a better tomorrow is a promise we make to our colleagues too. And one of the ways we live up to that promise is by investing in you. We have so much to offer when it comes to being an Aviva colleague.

• Salary: National Circa 65,000 and London Circa 85000 depending on location, skills, experience, and qualifications).
• Bonus opportunity - 10% of annual salary Actual amount depends on your performance and Avivas.
• Generous pension scheme - Aviva will contribute up to 14%, depending on what you put in.
• 29 days holiday plus bank holidays, and you can choose to buy or sell up to 5 days
• Aviva-funded Private Medical Benefit to help you get expert support when you need it
• Make your money go further - Up to 40% discount on Aviva products, and other retailer discounts
• Up to 1,200 of free Aviva shares per year through our Matching Share Plan and share in the success of Aviva with our Save As You Earn scheme
• Brilliantly supportive policies including parental and carers leave
• Flexible benefits to suit you, including sustainability options such as cycle to work
• Make a difference, be part of our Aviva Communities and use your 3 paid volunteering days to help others
• We take your wellbeing seriously with lots of support and tools
• Take a look to learn more. Put a salary into this calculator to see what your total Aviva Reward could be.

Aviva is for everyone:

• Were inclusive and welcome everyone we want applications from all backgrounds and experiences.
• Excited but not sure you tick every box? Even if you dont, we would still encourage you to apply.
• We also consider all forms of flexible working, including part time and job shares.
• We flex locations, hours and working patterns to suit our customers, business, and you.
• Most of our people are smart working spending around 50% of their time in our offices every week - combining the benefits of flexibility, with time together with colleagues.
• To find out more about working at Aviva take a look here
• Wed love it if you could submit your application online.
• If you require an alternative method of applying, please give Kirthi Kanikireddy a call on 02045922145 or send an email to kirthi.kanikireddy@aviva.com