Data Modeler

Job Description

Salary Range £53,000 - £71,000

Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity.

At Leonardo UK, you’ll play a key role in shaping the foundations of enterprise‑wide data and analytics capabilities. As part of our growing data function, you’ll be responsible for designing and optimising data structures that enable trusted Business Intelligence, advanced analytics, and informed decision‑making across the organisation.

In this role, you will

• Design, organise, and optimise enterprise data models and structures that support scalable Business Intelligence and analytics solutions.
• Develop and maintain logical and physical data models for modern BI environments, ensuring data is structured for performance, usability, and long‑term scalability.
• Drive semantic and structural consistency across data platforms and systems, enabling accurate reporting and aligned business insights.
• Work closely with technical teams, data engineers, and business stakeholders to understand analytical requirements and translate them into effective data architecture solutions.
• Ensure data is accessible, reliable, and aligned to organisational objectives, supporting both operational reporting and strategic decision‑making.
• Contribute to the evolution of enterprise data standards, governance practices, and modelling frameworks to improve data quality and consistency across the wider ecosystem.
• Support the delivery of advanced analytics and reporting initiatives by creating data structures that empower insight generation and self‑service BI capabilities.
• Collaborate across teams to continuously improve the organisation’s data architecture, helping to build a robust and future‑ready analytics environment.

This is an exciting opportunity to influence how enterprise data is structured and utilised within Leonardo UK, helping drive innovation, insight, and smarter business outcomes through high‑quality data design.

• Strong knowledge of data modelling methodologies and best practices.
• Experience with SQL, ETL processes, data warehousing, and Business Intelligence platforms.
• Familiarity with big data technologies such as Hadoop and Spark.
• Understanding of data architecture principles and IT service delivery processes.
• Ability to analyse and interpret complex datasets to create scalable and effective data models.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving capabilities related to data management and integration.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Statistics, Economics, or a related field.
• Experience in data modelling, data architecture, Business Intelligence, or related roles.
• Experience with data integration techniques and enterprise data management environments.

This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn.

This role is subject to pre‑employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit

• Time to Recharge – Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi‑days each year.
• Secure your Future – Benefit from our award‑winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
• Your Well‑being Matters – Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee‑led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).
• Rewarding Performance – All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
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