Data Infrastructure and Design Architect

£54,143 - £58,602

Full Time (Hybrid)

Do you have a passion for data architecture and the ability to turn complex information into clear, trusted and well-governed solutions? If so, we may have the role for you.

The West Midlands Pension Fund is seeking a Data Infrastructure and Design Architect to help shape the Fund’s enterprise information capability. This is a specialist leadership role that will design and maintain the information architecture underpinning pension administration, reporting, analytics and operational services, ensuring data is secure, resilient and fit for the future.

WMPF is one of the UK’s largest pension funds providing local authority pension benefits for employees across the West Midlands. We manage and administer the pension interests of over 330,000 scheme members, 800+ employers and currently have over £22 billion in assets under management.

Our modern offices are based at the i9 Building in Wolverhampton, with excellent transport links by car, bus, train and tram. We offer flexible hybrid working alongside a collaborative and forward-thinking culture.

Reporting to the Head of Data and Information, you will lead the development of the Fund’s practical data architecture, ensuring information is designed, documented and governed throughout its lifecycle.

• Designing and maintaining the Fund’s information architecture, including data models, data lineage, metadata and system-of-record definitions.
• Creating end-to-end information flow maps across pension administration, reporting, workflows and supplier interfaces.
• Supporting system, reporting and business change by providing specialist data architecture expertise.
• Developing data standards, dictionaries and governance documentation to improve consistency and reporting confidence.
• Working closely with Pension Operations, Employer Services, Systems, Business Intelligence and external suppliers to ensure data implications are understood before change is implemented.
• Leading and developing the Information Architecture & Design team, promoting high-quality customer-focused services.
• Supporting audit, regulatory assurance, business continuity and information governance through robust architecture documentation and controls.
• Driving continuous improvement by reducing manual processes, strengthening data quality and improving operational resilience.

We’re looking for a methodical and collaborative data professional who enjoys solving complex information challenges and influencing positive change across an organisation.

You will have:

• Experience in data architecture, information modelling, data lineage or metadata management within a complex systems environment.
• A strong understanding of information governance, UK GDPR and data quality principles.
• Experience documenting complex information flows and translating technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience leading or mentoring teams and working collaboratively across operational and technical services.
• A degree in a relevant discipline, or equivalent professional experience, with a commitment to continuous professional development.

You will receive a generous holiday entitlement (starting with 26 days a year plus bank holidays). We usually work two days a week in the office and three from home.

We have a modern office environment that offers a relaxed working atmosphere with study and breakout areas, meeting rooms and kitchens with free tea and coffee making facilities. There are also cloakrooms, bike stores, showers and lockers available.

Other benefits whilst working for the fund…