Data Architect

Job description

Data Architect
GCB4


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If you're looking for a career that will give you plenty of opportunities to develop, join HSBC and your future will be rich with potential. Whether you want a career that could take you to the top, or simply take you in an exciting new direction, HSBC offers opportunities, support and rewards that will take you further.

At HSBC, we are transforming technology in financial services, using the latest digital tools and methodologies to make our customers' banking experience simpler, better, faster and more secure.

To achieve this, we have many exciting challenges ahead and are looking for people with a real passion for what they would like to do. Working with some of the best technology talent we are searching for technologists and enablers that will help support us on this journey.

As an HSBC employee in the UK, you will have access to tailored professional development opportunities and a competitive pay and benefits package. This includes private healthcare for all UK-based employees, enhanced maternity and adoption pay and support when you return to work, and a contributory pension scheme with a generous employer contribution.

We are seeking an experienced Data Architect to join our CMB IT organization that provides banking services to corporate and commercial banking clients. CMB Data & Analytics IT is responsible for both the definition of general data management principles/best practices for the rest of CMB IT to follow and the provision of core data services for consumption by the CMB business. Current departmental projects include, among many others, Customer Data Management (CDM), document management and analytical reporting in a Big Data environment.

Key duties include:
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Providing thought-leadership to enforce data standards and realise the execution of the Group Data Architecture strategy within the region.

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Influencing and persuading all IT stakeholders to adopt the Group Data Architecture strategy within their respective designs.

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Providing technical architectural expertise, guidance and support on the implementation of the strategy within programmes and projects in data projects

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Facilitating design reviews within the project teams to govern adherence to the Group Data Architecture strategy and associated standards.

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Articulating and managing architectural risks and issues and adhering to architectural governance.

Desired profile

Qualifications :

To be successful in this role you should meet the following requirements:


·  Highly experienced within Data Architecture, ideally working within a large, complex and geographically dispersed organisation (including matrix management structure and across time zones).
·  Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the power and value of data with an ability to apply technology solutions to meet business needs and deliver organisational strategy.
·  Ability to think logically and abstract the architectural patterns from the technical solutions.
·  Communicating and Influencing – Excellent written and spoken communication skills; an ability to communicate with impact, ensuring complex information is articulated in a meaningful way to wide and varied audiences.
·  Building Trusting Relationships - Built effective networks across business and technical areas, developing relationships based on mutual trust and encouraging others to do the same.
·  Ideally (but not essential) some experience within the Financial Services industry including industry trends, competitive pressures, product and service offerings and organisational operating models.
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Data Modelling experience would also be beneficial.

The base location for this role is 8 Canada Square, London.


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We want everyone to be able to fulfil their potential which is why we provide a range of flexible working arrangements and family friendly policies. As a business operating in markets all around the world, we believe diversity brings benefits for our customers, our business and our people. This is why HSBC UK is committed to being an inclusive employer and encourages applications from all suitably qualified applicants irrespective of background, circumstances, age, disability, gender identity, ethnicity, religion or belief and sexual orientation.

We want everyone to be able to fulfil their potential which is why we provide a range of flexible working arrangements and family friendly policies.