Head of Data (m/w/d)

Head of Enterprise Data Architecture Up to £125,000 + bonus + benefits Glasgow office 2 days per week ***You must have previous experience within a similar role in a UK bank. We cannot offer sponsorship for this role*** The Job: You will provide strategic leadership in enterprise architecture, drive innovation and alignment across the business by collaborating with senior leaders, architects and technology teams to create a cohesive architectural vision. Develop and communicate the enterprise architecture vision, ensuring alignment with business strategies. Translate business goals into architectural principles, standards, and guidelines. Lead the enterprise data architecture team, providing direction and mentorship. Advocate for architectural excellence and best practices. Collaborate with the ELT to integrate architecture into decision-making processes. Take a comprehensive view of the organization, considering business processes, data, applications, and infrastructure. Identify opportunities for optimization, consolidation, and innovation. Ensure architectural consistency across projects and initiatives. Facilitate the adoption of new technologies and processes while minimizing disruption. Evaluate the impact of architectural decisions on existing systems and processes. Champion agile and adaptive approaches to change management. Work closely with business domain leaders to understand their needs and challenges. Collaborate with specialized architects (e.g., business, data, security) to create integrated solutions. Communicate architectural concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Assess architectural risks related to scalability, security, compliance, and interoperability. Mitigate risks by recommending appropriate architectural patterns and solutions. Apply TOGAF principles, frameworks, and methodologies to guide architectural decisions. Ensure compliance with TOGAF standards and practices. The Person: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field. TOGAF certification (Level 2 or higher) is essential. Proven experience in enterprise architecture, including strategic planning, solution design, and implementation. Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. In summary, the HOEDA is a visionary leader who bridges the gap between business and technology, ensuring that the organization’s architecture evolves strategically and efficiently. Their impact extends beyond IT to drive overall business success.