Enterprise Data Architect

Automobile Association; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national motoring organization is seeking an Enterprise Data Architect to shape and govern the company's data architecture. This senior role will influence multiple business areas, ensuring data is a strategic asset that drives business outcomes and supports compliance. Key qualifications include experience in data architecture within large organizations, knowledge of modern data platforms, and the ability to engage senior stakeholders effectively. The role offers a hybrid working model and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Annual Bonus

Cash-Car Allowance

Private Medical Insurance

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Worksave pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution

Free AA breakdown membership

Employee discount scheme

Company funded life assurance

Learning and development opportunities

24/7 remote GP service

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Enterprise or Lead Data Architect within a complex organization.
• Strong background in information architecture and data modeling.
• Solid understanding of modern data platforms and analytics.

Responsibilities

• Define and evolve the enterprise data architecture vision and principles.
• Provide architectural leadership across data initiatives.
• Design and govern enterprise data models and definitions.
• Align data platforms and analytics to business priorities.

Skills

Enterprise Data Architecture

Information Architecture

Data Modelling

Data Governance

Stakeholder Engagement

Job description

Location: Basingstoke (hybrid working 3 office days per week)

Employment Type: Permanent, full time

Additional Benefits: Annual Bonus, Cash-Car Allowance & Private Medical Insurance

Think the AA is just about roadside assistance? Think again.

For over a century, we've been evolving and adapting. Today, as the nation's leading motoring organisation, we offer a wide range of products and services to millions of customers. From roadside assistance to home and motor insurance, and the latest driving technologies, we have it all. As we continue to expand, diversify, and modernise, joining us as an Enterprise Data Architect means you'll play a crucial role in our success and be part of this exciting motoring journey.

Our Chief Operating Office (COO) are the backbone of The AA, providing both stability and structure to support growth and innovation. We are the drivers of change.

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This is the job

As our Enterprise Data Architect, you’ll play a critical role in shaping how data is structured, governed, and used across the AA. You’ll ensure data is treated as a strategic asset that enables business outcomes, supports regulatory compliance, and drives operational excellence.

Working closely with senior business and technology leaders, including the Chief Data Officer and Chief Architect, you’ll define the enterprise data architecture vision and provide architectural leadership that balances long-term strategy with pragmatic delivery. You’ll ensure data across the organisation is trusted, accessible, and meaningfully supports decision‑making at every level.

This is a senior, enterprise‑wide role with influence across multiple business domains, platforms, and initiatives.

What will I be doing?

Define and evolve the AA’s enterprise data architecture vision, principles, and target states, aligned to business strategy and regulatory needs.

Provide architectural leadership and assurance across data initiatives, ensuring solutions align to enterprise standards and long‑term direction.

Design and govern enterprise data models, domains, and shared definitions to ensure data is consistent, trusted, and reusable across the organisation.

Partner with senior business and technology leaders to ensure data architecture supports critical decisions, value streams, and outcomes.

Guide the alignment of data platforms, analytics, and AI‑enabled capabilities to agreed information architecture and business priorities.

Define and maintain enterprise data architecture standards, patterns, and governance, contributing to design authorities and review forums.

What do I need?

Proven experience operating as an Enterprise or Lead Data Architect within a complex, enterprise‑scale organisation.

Strong background in information architecture and data modelling (conceptual and logical), including defining enterprise standards and domains.

Solid understanding of modern data platforms and analytics ecosystems across cloud and hybrid environments.

Experience designing data architectures that support analytics, reporting, AI/ML, and operational use cases.

Ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders, translating complex data concepts into clear business value.

Knowledge of data governance, data quality, metadata management, and regulatory requirements (e.g. GDPR).

Additional information

We’re always looking to recognise and reward our employees for the work they do. As a valued member of The AA team, you’ll have access to a range of benefits including:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays + holiday buying scheme
• Worksave pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution
• Free AA breakdown membership from Day 1 plus 50% discount for family and friends
• Discounts on AA products including car and home insurance
• Employee discount scheme that gives you access to a car salary sacrifice scheme plus great discounts on healthcare, shopping, holidays and more
• Company funded life assurance
• Diverse learning and development opportunities to support you to progress in your career
• Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme and a 24/7 remote GP service for you and your family

Plus, so much more!

We’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from everyone. The AA values diversity and the difference this brings to our culture and our customers. We actively seek people from diverse backgrounds to join us and become part of an inclusive company where you can be yourself, be empowered to be your best and feel like you truly belong. We have five communities to bring together people with shared characteristics and backgrounds and drive positive change.