Senior Data Architect - Finance - LondonA small but growing consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior Data Architect to play a key role in shaping and governing enterprise data architecture across a complex, highly regulated environment.This is a hands-on architecture role requiring someone who can operate with credibility from day one, defining technical patterns, assuring solution designs and providing architectural leadership across data, analytics, and emerging AI initiatives.We''re looking for a technically minded architect rather than a purely business-focused strategist; someone who enjoys solving complex data challenges, influencing engineering teams, and ensuring robust architectural standards are adopted across the organisation.The RoleYou will be responsible for defining and evolving data architecture capabilities that support operational reporting, advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI-driven solutions.Working closely with data engineering, analytics, governance, security, and business stakeholders, you will help shape the organisation''s data value chain while ensuring solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with regulatory requirements.Key responsibilities include:Defining enterprise, domain, and solution-level data architecturesEstablishing and governing data architecture standards, principles, and technical patternsDesigning logical and physical data models for operational, analytical, and AI use casesProviding architectural oversight and design