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Analytics Engineers are vital in transforming data into directly usable formats and creating the pipelines that support business intelligence activities. At Harnham, we understand the unique blend of skills required for these roles — from expert SQL knowledge to proficiency in data modeling and familiarity with data orchestration tools. We focus our recruitment efforts on finding professionals who not only have the technical acumen but also the strategic insight to bridge the gap between data science and business applications.
Our expertise spans across multiple sectors, allowing us to effectively navigate the particular needs and challenges of each. Whether you're in finance, healthcare, retail, or technology, our bespoke recruitment strategies ensure delivery of top-tier analytics engineering talent attuned to your specific industry demands.
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As established leaders in the field of data and AI recruitment, Harnham is recognized for our strategic approach to sourcing talent that drives business growth. Our extensive experience enables us to foresee industry trends and demands, ensuring we provide candidates who are not only a fit for today but are equipped to handle the challenges of tomorrow.
Leveraging our global network of recruitment specialists combined with detailed local market knowledge, Harnham offers a dual advantage. This approach ensures the delivery of recruitment solutions that are extensive in reach yet precise in fit, meeting the specific cultural and technical requirements of your organization.
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- Full time employees: We secure top-tier permanent talent for long-term success in your analytics projects. Our candidates are meticulously selected to grow with your company and lead your analytics initiatives from the forefront.
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BI Data Architect (FTC)
Birmingham
£80000 - £100000
+ Data Engineering
PermanentBirmingham, West Midlands
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Senior BI Data Architect (FTC)
Remote UK
up to £100,000
Senior BI Data Architect
This is a great opportunity to join a high‑growth organisation where you can take ownership of building the data and BI foundations for a modern analytics platform, including the implementation of dbt and a governed semantic layer.
THE COMPANY:
This client’s platform enables organisations to make smarter, faster decisions using real‑time consumer insight at scale.
With continued international growth and a modern cloud‑first data strategy, they are investing heavily in analytics and BI foundations to support self‑service decision‑making across the business.
THE ROLE:
You will take ownership of the architecture and implementation of the BI and data foundations, working hands‑on to evolve their Databricks Lakehouse and analytics stack. This is a senior, autonomous role where you’ll be expected to proactively identify problems, propose solutions, and deliver with minimal hand‑holding.
Key responsibilities include:
- Designing and implementing the Databricks Lakehouse architecture, including governed data models and structures
- Leading the implementation of dbt and shaping best‑practice transformation workflows
- Building and owning the semantic layer to enable scalable, self‑service analytics
- Developing and optimising Python / SQL Spark pipelines for performance and reliability
- Acting as a senior technical partner to stakeholders, translating business needs into robust data solutions
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
You will bring strong capability in:
- Semantic layer design
- Python and SQL Spark pipelines within Databricks
- Data architecture and modelling, with a focus on scalability and performance
- Working autonomously in senior environments, proactively solving problems and driving outcomes
- Experience implementing dbt Core or similar transformation frameworks
THE BENEFITS:
You will receive a salary up to £100,000 depending on experience, along with the opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of a global data platform within a highly respected technology business.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please register your interest by sending your CV to Molly Bird via the apply link on this page.
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BI Data Architect (FTC)
Manchester
£80000 - £100000
+ Data Engineering
PermanentManchester, Greater Manchester
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Senior BI Data Architect (FTC)
Remote UK
up to £100,000
Senior BI Data Architect
This is a great opportunity to join a high‑growth organisation where you can take ownership of building the data and BI foundations for a modern analytics platform, including the implementation of dbt and a governed semantic layer.
THE COMPANY:
This client’s platform enables organisations to make smarter, faster decisions using real‑time consumer insight at scale.
With continued international growth and a modern cloud‑first data strategy, they are investing heavily in analytics and BI foundations to support self‑service decision‑making across the business.
THE ROLE:
You will take ownership of the architecture and implementation of the BI and data foundations, working hands‑on to evolve their Databricks Lakehouse and analytics stack. This is a senior, autonomous role where you’ll be expected to proactively identify problems, propose solutions, and deliver with minimal hand‑holding.
Key responsibilities include:
- Designing and implementing the Databricks Lakehouse architecture, including governed data models and structures
- Leading the implementation of dbt and shaping best‑practice transformation workflows
- Building and owning the semantic layer to enable scalable, self‑service analytics
- Developing and optimising Python / SQL Spark pipelines for performance and reliability
- Acting as a senior technical partner to stakeholders, translating business needs into robust data solutions
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
You will bring strong capability in:
- Semantic layer design
- Python and SQL Spark pipelines within Databricks
- Data architecture and modelling, with a focus on scalability and performance
- Working autonomously in senior environments, proactively solving problems and driving outcomes
- Experience implementing dbt Core or similar transformation frameworks
THE BENEFITS:
You will receive a salary up to £100,000 depending on experience, along with the opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of a global data platform within a highly respected technology business.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please register your interest by sending your CV to Molly Bird via the apply link on this page.
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Senior BI Data Architect (8 month FTC)
Edinburgh
£100000 - £900000
+ Data Engineering
PermanentEdinburgh
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BI Data Architect: 8 month FTC
Remote, UK
£100,000 pro rata
This is a high impact BI Data Architect role focused on shaping the foundations of a modern analytics platform during a critical migration phase. You will play a key role in setting standards, improving governance, and enabling scalable, self service BI, with the autonomy to influence design decisions rather than simply execute requirements.
The Company
They are a technology led organisation operating at scale, with data at the heart of how teams make decisions. The business is investing in its BI and analytics capability, moving towards a more governed, modular and future proof data environment. Collaboration is central to how they work, with data teams partnering closely with stakeholders across the organisation.
The Role
- Support a major data platform migration, helping to build strong architectural foundations.
- Design and implement dimensional models and a robust semantic layer to enable trusted, self service analytics.
- Introduce and embed dbt as part of the transformation and modelling layer.
- Establish effective data governance using Unity Catalog, including data quality and access controls.
- Build and maintain CI/CD processes to support reliable, repeatable deployments.
- Work hands on with Databricks, focusing on architecture, optimisation and BI engineering rather than cloud infrastructure.
- Act as a trusted partner to the business, translating requirements into scalable data solutions.
- Take ownership of problems end to end, bringing ideas and challenging assumptions where needed.
Your Skills and Experience
- Strong commercial experience as a BI Data Architect or BI Engineer in modern analytics environments.
- Proven capability in dimensional modelling and designing semantic layers for BI tools.
- Hands on experience with Databricks and lakehouse style architectures.
- Working knowledge of Unity Catalog or similar data governance frameworks.
- Experience implementing or working with dbt in a production environment.
- Confidence setting up CI/CD for analytics engineering workflows.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work autonomously and learn quickly.
What They Offer
- An 8 month fixed term contract with flexibility around working location.
- The opportunity to shape a BI platform and leave a lasting architectural impact.
- A collaborative environment that values initiative, curiosity and clear communication.
- Exposure to a broad range of stakeholders and business critical use cases.
How to Apply
Apply now to learn more about this BI Data Architect opportunity and how it could be the next step in your data career.
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Principal Data Architect
London
£90000 - £117500
+ Data Engineering
PermanentLondon
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PRINCIPAL DATA ARCHITECT
£90k – £117.5k
LONDON
This is a senior, client-facing leadership role for a Principal Data Architect who combines deep technical expertise with commercial acumen. The role stands out for its focus on shaping data strategy at enterprise scale while playing a key role in pre-sales, stakeholder engagement and revenue generation within a consulting environment.
THE COMPANY
They are a global consulting organisation specialising in data, technology and transformation within complex enterprise environments. Data architecture sits at the core of their delivery, supporting modernisation, regulatory change and advanced analytics. The business has a strong internal data community and promotes progression based on performance rather than tenure.
THE ROLE
- Own and lead end-to-end data architecture across multiple client engagements.
- Define data architecture strategy, principles and roadmaps aligned to business objectives.
- Act as a senior advisor to client stakeholders, influencing data and technology decisions.
- Provide technical leadership and assurance across data platform design and delivery.
- Mentor and develop architects and engineers within project teams.
- Contribute to internal standards, best practice and the growth of the data architecture capability.
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Strong experience operating as a Principal-level Data Architect in complex, enterprise environments.
- Proven track record in pre-sales, business development and shaping data-led solutions.
- Confidence presenting to senior stakeholders and influencing at C-suite and executive level.
- Deep knowledge of modern data platforms, architecture patterns and governance.
- Ability to balance strategic thinking, commercial responsibility and hands-on architectural leadership.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
- Life insurance
- 25 days annual leave
- 10% Bonus
- Full Private Medical Insurance via Bupa Healthcare
- Maximum pension contribution of 8% din the first 2 years
HOW TO APPLY
Please register your interest by sending your CV to Nihal Singh through the ‘Apply’ link
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Senior Data Architect
London
£70000 - £87500
+ Data Engineering
PermanentLondon
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SENIOR DATA ARCHITECT
£87,500
LONDON
THE COMPANY
Our client is a global management and technology consultancy specialising in financial services and energy. With a strong presence in the UK and globally, they are known for delivering end-to-end transformation projects across data, cloud, and analytics.
They continue to experience high demand across their data function and are investing heavily in growing their Data Architecture capability.
THE ROLE
You will join as a Senior Data Architect, working closely with clients to design and deliver modern data platforms and architecture solutions.
Key responsibilities include:
- Designing and implementing scalable cloud-based data architectures
- Leading data architecture workstreams across transformation programmes
- Delivering hands-on data modelling and solution design
- Working closely with engineering and business teams across the full lifecycle
- Engaging with stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions
- Supporting data migrations from legacy systems to modern cloud environments
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Proven experience as a Data Architect (not purely engineering-focused)
- Strong Financial Services experience (banking, capital markets, insurance, or wealth)
- Background in consulting or client-facing environments
- Experience with cloud platforms (Azure preferred, AWS/GCP also considered)
- Strong data modelling and architecture design capability
- Experience delivering data migration or transformation programmes
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
SALARY AND BENEFITS
- £70,000 – £87,500 base salary
- Discretionary bonus
- Medical
- Hybrid working
HOW TO APPLY
Please apply via the link or send your CV to Harry Lack through the “Apply” link to be considered.
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Principal Data Architect
London
£90000 - £117500
+ Data Engineering
PermanentLondon
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PRINCIPAL DATA ARCHITECT
£117,500
LONDON
THE COMPANY
Our client is a global management and technology consultancy specialising in financial services and energy. With a strong presence in the UK and globally, they are known for delivering end-to-end transformation across data, cloud, and digital.
Due to continued demand, they are expanding their senior Data Architecture capability, hiring experienced Principal-level consultants to lead complex engagements.
THE ROLE
You will join as a Principal Data Architect, owning architecture strategy across major client engagements and contributing to business growth.
Key responsibilities include:
- Owning and defining data architecture strategy across client programmes
- Leading pre-sales, RFP responses, and business development activities
- Managing senior client stakeholders and driving revenue opportunities
- Providing thought leadership across data architecture and transformation
- Overseeing delivery quality and mentoring senior team members
- Leading large-scale data migration and cloud transformation programmes
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Proven experience as a Principal / Lead Data Architect within a consulting environment
- Strong Financial Services experience (banking, capital markets, insurance, or wealth)
- Demonstrated pre-sales, BD, or revenue ownership experience
- Strong expertise across cloud platforms (Azure preferred, AWS/GCP also considered)
- Experience delivering complex, large-scale data transformation programmes
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
- Strong understanding of modern data architecture and modelling
SALARY AND BENEFITS
- £90,000 – £117,500 base salary
- Medical
- Hybrid working
HOW TO APPLY
Please apply via the link or send your CV to Harry Lack through the “Apply” link to be considered.
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Principal Data Architect
London
£90000 - £117000
+ Data Engineering
PermanentLondon
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Principal Data Architect – Hybrid – London – No Sponsorship Available
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and visionary Principal Data Architect to join a leading consultancy in the financial services sector. This strategic role involves leading complex, high-profile data initiatives that drive innovation and transformation for major financial institutions.
The Company
Our client is a globally recognized consultancy specializing in technology and business transformation within financial services. Known for fostering an entrepreneurial culture and championing diversity, they empower their teams to deliver impactful solutions in a collaborative and inclusive environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead large-scale data architecture projects, providing strategic direction and expert guidance.
- Partner with senior technology leaders to develop and implement modern data strategies.
- Design and deliver innovative solutions for data management, governance, and cloud migration.
- Oversee the development of robust data platforms using cutting-edge cloud technologies.
- Manage project teams, mentor junior staff, and support business development initiatives.
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Extensive experience in enterprise data architecture, strategy, and implementation.
- Strong expertise in cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP) with relevant certifications highly desirable.
- In-depth knowledge of data modeling, data lake design, and metadata management tools.
- Proven ability to design secure, scalable, and cost-effective data solutions in cloud ecosystems.
- Experience in the financial services sector, with a track record of success in complex environments.
- Outstanding leadership and stakeholder management skills, with a collaborative and innovative mindset.
Why Join Us?
- Work on transformative projects with leading financial institutions.
- Join a global network of data strategists, architects, and engineers.
- Enjoy a non-hierarchical, inclusive culture that values your expertise.
- Take advantage of extensive learning and career development opportunities.
- Access competitive family-friendly benefits, including enhanced leave and wellness programs.
If you’re passionate about data innovation and ready to lead groundbreaking projects, we encourage you to apply for the Principal Data Architect role today.
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Senior Data Architect
London
£70000 - £88000
+ Data Engineering
PermanentLondon
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Senior Data Architect – London – Hybrid
About the Role
We are looking for a talented Senior Data Architect to join a global consultancy specializing in financial services. This role offers the chance to work on high-impact projects, shaping modern data strategies and solutions for leading financial institutions. If you have a passion for innovation and a deep understanding of data systems, we want to hear from you.
The Company
Our client is a top-tier technology and business consultancy known for its innovative approach and commitment to diversity and inclusion. With a strong presence in the financial services sector, they empower their employees to deliver meaningful results and thrive in a collaborative, inclusive environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver data architecture projects, working closely with clients to design efficient and scalable solutions.
- Provide best practice guidance for data management, architecture design, and optimization.
- Develop modern data architecture frameworks, including cloud migration strategies and governance models.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver robust, future-ready solutions.
- Drive data transformation initiatives to unlock value and operational efficiency.
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Demonstrable experience in data architecture, strategy, and governance within enterprise settings.
- Expertise in cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, or GCP) with relevant certifications preferred.
- Strong knowledge of data modeling, cloud migration patterns, and data governance tools.
- Hands-on experience with data privacy, security frameworks, and cost management in cloud ecosystems.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
- Experience in financial services or other complex industries is advantageous.
What You’ll Gain
- Collaborate with a global network of data professionals and industry experts.
- Work on transformational projects for some of the largest financial institutions.
- Enjoy a flat, inclusive structure where your contributions are recognized.
- Access learning and development programs to enhance your career growth.
- Benefit from family-friendly policies, including enhanced leave and wellness support.
If you’re ready to elevate your career and make a meaningful impact, apply now for this exciting opportunity as a Senior Data Architect.
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Data Modeller (Contractor)
London
£650 - £720
+ Data Engineering
ContractLondon
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The Company
This market-leading real estate investment business is a major player across the UK and Europe, managing a high-value portfolio of logistics and industrial assets. With a strong focus on leasing, operational efficiency, and long-term asset performance, data is at the heart of how they optimise their portfolio.
As they continue to scale, they are investing heavily in modern data platforms (Databricks + Microsoft Fabric) to unlock deeper insight across leasing, asset performance, and financial reporting.
The Role
They are looking for a Data Modeller to play a critical role in transforming a currently fragmented and complex data landscape into a scalable, structured, and reusable data foundation.
This is a highly business-facing role, ideal for someone who understands real estate or property data and can translate that into clear, structured data models.
You will define and implement logical and physical data models, helping to create a standardised “cookie-cutter” modelling approach that can be reused across multiple use cases, from core financial reporting to operational leasing insights.
A key part of the role will involve working with complex, legacy datasets and bringing structure and consistency, ensuring data is properly categorised (for example leasing costs and asset-level data) and usable across the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop conceptual, logical, and physical data models
- Create a standardised and reusable modelling framework across the business
- Translate real estate and leasing business requirements into structured data models
- Work closely with data engineers to enable scalable implementation
- Partner with stakeholders to define how data should be modelled and consumed
- Support use cases across financial reporting, leasing analysis, and asset performance
- Bring clarity and structure to legacy and complex datasets
- Contribute to building a centralised data modelling function
Your Skills & Experience
- Strong experience in data modelling (logical and physical)
- Proven ability to work with complex or legacy datasets
- Strong SQL-based modelling experience
- Experience working in Azure environments (Databricks and Fabric preferred)
- Ability to engage with both technical and business stakeholders
- Experience creating reusable, scalable data models
Desirable
- Background in real estate, property, or other asset-heavy industries
- Experience working with leasing data, asset management, or property portfolios
- Understanding of financial data in a real estate context
Why Apply
- Work with a high-profile real estate investment business
- Play a key role in shaping a modern, centralised data function
- Influence how data is structured across a large-scale asset portfolio
- Join a highly collaborative and communicative team
- Opportunity to leave a lasting impact through reusable data architecture
Interview Process
- 45-minute initial discussion
If you’re a Data Modeller with real estate experience looking to step into a role where you can genuinely shape data foundations, this is a strong opportunity to make an impact.
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I have worked with Harnham for over 2 years now as our main Analytics Recruiter partner and I am very pleased with the overall service and the people we have hired via Harnham. Harnham’s team is very good at understanding our recruitment needs and always come back with relevant and well scanned CVs, which saves me precious time.
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