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Job Title: Data Solutions Architect - Consulting; Banking & Finance
Location: London (Hybrid - 2 days/week in office)
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: Up to £126,000 + 15% Annual Bonus + Benefits
Start Date: ASAP (Short notice preferred)

A leading global data consultancy is seeking a highly experienced Data Solutions Architect to join its Data Management practice, supporting clients in the Banking and Financial Services sector. This is a strategic, client-facing role with a strong emphasis on solution design and advisory, rather than hands-on implementation.

The Role

This position is ideal for a technically adept professional with deep domain expertise in banking and broader finance, who can confidently engage with senior stakeholders to shape data strategies, modernise platforms, and drive cloud transformation initiatives.

You will lead the design of enterprise data architectures, support pre-sales and RFPs, and guide delivery teams - acting as a trusted advisor to CDOs, CIOs, and Heads of Data. As such, strong communication, consulting, and leadership skills are essential.

You will be responsible for architecting and leading the delivery of enterprise-scale data platforms, with a focus on Google Cloud - though occasionally you may also work with Microsoft / Azure and AWS technologies. This will involve leading and mentoring global teams of Data Engineers, Analysts and Data Scientists.

You will be encouraged to stay up-to-date with emerging trends in the Data and AI space, contributing to internal innovation and capability development.

Candidate Profile

Experience designing enterprise data solutions on the Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
Enterprise data modelling experience
Proven experience leading and developing high-performing teams
Experience in the banking domain (e.g. commercial, investment, or retail banking)
Experience with DevOps tools (e.g. Terraform, Azure DevOps, GitHub)
Excellent communication, stakeholder management and engagement skillsWhat's on Offer

Salary up to £126,000 per annum
15% annual performance bonus
Private healthcare, critical illness cover, life assurance, and income protection
Generous pension scheme
Extensive learning and development opportunities
Inclusive and diverse work environment

Please Note: This is a permanent role for UK residents only. This role does not offer Sponsorship. You must have the right to work in the UK with no restrictions. Some of our roles may be subject to successful background checks including a DBS and Credit Check.

Tenth Revolution Group / Nigel Frank is the UK's leading recruiter for Data and AI roles. We proudly sponsor SQLBits and the London Power BI User Group. For a confidential discussion about this role or your job search, contact

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