Data Architect

Main Responsibility

• To support the wider deliverables of the Data Governance Team, and Data & Information Department
• Help to define the principles, policies, processes and specifications for data architecture, including development of conceptual, logical and physical data models. 
• Assisting in the production of artefacts for data governance and assurance of data, including data glossaries, dictionaries, lineage mapping and domain data models. 
• Leading on Data Design improvement workstreams across the IOPC
• Identify data that is of critical/significant importance to the IOPC, alongside other Information Management Teams, and support the design of processes to help manage that data
• Provide training and mentorship to others around the organisation in relation to our data structures and methodologies

Please refer to the Job Description for full role responsibilities. 

The Ideal Candidate

The Ideal Candidate:

• A passion for data and the desire to create a data led culture and understanding how this can improve business performance.
• Experience of designing new data repositories, sources and products at an enterprise level
• Experience in leading on the evaluation and improvement of existing data repositories, sources and products
• Experience producing conceptual/logical data models, using industry standard tools and techniques, and agreeing definitions with business stakeholders
• Experience in setting data standards such as taxonomies, reference data, metadata and lineage
• Strong stakeholder management with the ability to translate complex business requirements into scalable, interoperable, and flexible data models. 
• Ability to communicate in technical detail on topics of data lineage, data usage and data structures. 
• Knowledge of basic concepts of law and regulatory guidance/standards regarding data management and trends in data policy.
• Experience of supporting substantial organisational transformation and change
• Ability to organise, prioritise and manage conflicting information and support requests.
• Ability to analyse and interpret a variety of structured and unstructured information sets to draw out the key issues or areas of interest.
• Able to work flexibly and independently, including national travel, as part of a team based in separate locations
• Advance skills in the use of M365 and SharePoint based products

 We believe that diverse perspectives contribute to a more innovative and dynamic workplace. We actively encourage applications from individuals who are typically under-represented or disadvantaged in society. This includes women, people from ethnically diverse backgrounds, parents and carers, and disabled candidates, including neurodiverse candidates. 

We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants and creating an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued and supported.

 The role requires clearance to BPSS 

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Reasonable Adjustments:

The IOPC is a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we want to help you demonstrate your full potential whatever type of assessment is used. 

Please refer to our Reasonable Adjustment guidance document linked to this job advert on how to access Reasonable Adjustments with us. 

Package Description

What we Offer:

• 27.5 days paid annual leave (increasing with service to 32.5 days
• The option to buy, sell, or carry over annual leave is reviewed each year and offered when possible
• Voluntary Health Cash Plan provided by BHSF
• Civil Service pension
• Civil Service maternity leave package
• PAM employee assistance programme
• Access to Civil Service Sports Council (CSSC) membership
• Cycle to work scheme
• Opportunity to enjoy the latest home and electronics in a more affordable way provided by Vivup
• Car Leasing Scheme
• Staff Networks focussed on each of the protected characteristics - run for staff, by staff: Enable Network, Age Network, Welsh Network, Pride and LGBTQ+ Network, Sex and Family Network, Race, Religion and Belief Network
• Learning and development tailored to your role.
• An environment with flexible working options
• A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity

Additional Information:

Any move to the Independent Office for Police Conduct from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may, however, be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk

Emotional Consideration:

In performing this role, you may have occasional exposure to distressing material which will likely be impactful, traumatic and challenging. The IOPC recognises this and offers all staff a range of wellbeing provisions, including TRiM (Trauma Risk Management), peer-to-peer support, a dedicated Wellbeing Advisor, and access to free confidential counselling. All staff are strongly encouraged to proactively access and engage with the support available. If you would like to speak about this element of the role with somebody already doing similar work at the IOPC please contact recruitment@policeconduct.gov.uk and this can be arranged. 

Rydym yn croesawu ymgeiswyr i ymgeisio am rolau trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg fel eu dewis iaith.

About the Company

Be yourself:

The IOPC is committed to promoting equality and valuing diversity in everything we do. Our vision is to be, and to be seen as, a leader in inclusive employment and services, demonstrating this ethos in everything that we do. 

• Being a Disability Confident employer, the IOPC is dedicating to removing the barriers for disabled people to thrive in the workplace. Please refer to our Reasonable Adjustment guidance document linked to this job advert on how to access Reasonable Adjustments with us. 
• Our Staff Networks are constantly working to make the IOPC the leaders of inclusive employment, from our Allyship Programme to Welsh Language Standards and our Know the Line Policy, we are constantly seeking new ways to create an environment for all to develop and thrive.

Working Conditions

The IOPC operates a hybrid working policy which requires all staff to work an average of 40% of their contractual hours at their office base (or another office for business reasons). Office attendance time includes in-person training, meetings with stakeholders and families, and attending events.