Overview

The VOA's Data Architecture Team is recruiting for a permanent Data Architect within Data Foundations in the Information, Data & Analysis Directorate. The Data Architecture team is the voice of data for the Valuation Office Agency (VOA), providing guidance, producing artefacts and collaborating with key stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead a Team of Data Modellers on engagement with Transformation Programmes and utilisation of Logical Data Models, as well as development and assurance of Modelling Standards for use by Solution Design and Build Teams.
• Deliver Logical Models to align with the central enterprise model as defined by the requirements of key business stakeholders for Council Tax and Non-Domestic Rating business streams.
• Work with other Technical Experts to extend Logical Models to reflect innovations and improvements.
• Delivering:
  • Logical models to fit into the enterprise / business data model.
  • Supporting transformation programme design and development.
  • Conceptual data model.
  • Standards and policies.
  • Geo-spatial data models and design.
  • Provide oversight and advice to other data architects who are designing and producing data artefacts.
• Supporting:
  • Strategic reference data - design and standards.
  • Development of the Data Architecture roadmap and VOA Data Strategy.

Context

You will support the Head of Data Architecture to develop and deliver a high performing Data Architecture Service including the production of data flow diagrams, understanding, defining and advocating for the agency's data requirements, refining VOA data architecture principles and establishing VOA's data architecture framework. We are developing a long-term data architecture strategy and focusing on maturing the VOA's internal data architecture capability. Data Foundations is a diverse multi-disciplinary team at the heart of VOA transformation supporting the Business Systems Transformation programme (BST) and contributing to the delivery of our Data Strategy. The unit emphasizes leadership development with an open, transparent culture based on collective responsibility and accountability.

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About VOA

The Valuation Office Agency (VOA) are the public sector's property valuation experts and advisers with a vision to be a world-leading provider of public sector valuations. Our work supports the collection of revenue to communities and businesses across England and Wales. We champion professionalism, integrity, respect and innovation, and we are committed to a collaborative and supportive working environment that encourages colleagues to grow and excel. We empower our colleagues by providing development opportunities and support throughout their career journey.