Data Architect
Contract: IT
Location: London, (remote - open to candidates nationwide)
Hours of work: 37.5
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (12 months)
We are seeking a UK-based Data Architect to join the Information Technology function on a 12-month fixed term contract, supporting the ongoing evolution of our data architecture and analytics platforms across ISS UK.
Operating within a diverse landscape of operational and corporate systems, this role will help shape how data is structured, integrated and used across facilities management, commercial, finance, HR, HSEQ and client-facing services.
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced data professional who is ready to step further into an architecture role, working closely with Business Intelligence teams, Data Developers and Integration teams.
The role will contribute to architecture design decisions, standards and delivery, collaborating with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the definition and evolution of ISS UK’s data architecture, aligned to Group standards and UK business priorities.
- Contribute to the design and implementation of a hub-and-spoke data architecture alongside senior architects and engineering teams.
- Produce and maintain logical and physical data architecture artefacts, including diagrams, data flows and design documentation.
- Review data solution designs and provide guidance to ensure consistency, scalability and maintainability.
- Work closely with BI developers and Data Engineers to ensure architectural designs are practical and effectively implemented.
- Support the use of Microsoft SQL Server, Azure data services and Azure Databricks within agreed architectural patterns.
- Collaborate with stakeholders across IT and business functions to understand data requirements and translate these into clear data designs.
- Support the application of data governance, security and access control principles, ensuring alignment with ISS standards.
Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications
- Experience in a data-focused role such as Data Architect, Senior Data Developer, BI Architect or similar.
- Practical experience with the Microsoft data stack, including SQL Server, Azure data services and Azure Databricks (or equivalent Spark-based platforms).
- Experience working closely with BI and data engineering teams in delivery-focused environments.
- Ability to produce clear technical documentation and data architecture diagrams.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at varying levels of technical understanding.
The Company
ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. Working with customers day by day, side by side, we understand every aspect of the user experience.
Through a unique combination of intelligent solutions, high standards and people who care, to help our customers achieve their purpose, whether it’s hospitals healing patients, businesses producing the next great innovation, or airports bringing passengers home to their families. ISS is committed to doing business the right way, taking its corporate responsibility very seriously. Our passion is people.
We offer you a challenging and exciting career in an organisation with people at its heart. In ISS, everyone has the opportunity to develop, grow and make a difference. #Becomewhoyouwant, #Bepartofsomethingbigger,
#aplacetobeyou,
#facilitiesmanagement
ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer.
ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background.
We are proud to be a Gold Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) award holder and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, recognising our commitment to supporting veterans, reservists, and military families. Through our Joint Forces Programme, we provide mentoring and support to members of the Armed Forces community and their spouses as they transition into civilian careers.
We are a Disability Confident Committed (Level 2) employer, proudly supporting and promoting inclusive hiring practices in line with the UK government’s Disability Confident scheme.
Our passion for inclusivity and diversity makes ISS a more creative, productive and happy place to work.
If you have any further queries regarding this role, please contact the Resourcing Team by emailing [email protected]
If you are interested in learning about other opportunities at ISS, please join our Talent community by clicking on the following link: TalentPlace
To find out more about what we do - https://www.uk.issworld.com/
Work Location: Hybrid remote in London
