Job summary
Would you love the opportunity to develop and embed Data Architectural best practices throughout The Planning Inspectorate? Do you want to see the impact of your work embedded in applications that support the UK’s planning system, helping to tackle real-world challenges like the housing market?
Do you have a passion for data design and quality? Would you thrive in a multidisciplinary team where creativity and a commitment to great solutions shape the way we work?
If so, click the apply button now and join us as a Lead Data Architect.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of The Planning Inspectorate during a period of growth. As we drive a wholesale digital transformation of the planning system, our work will be instrumental in creating radically new digital services that enable better-quality homes and critical national infrastructure such as roads, wind farms, and solar energy projects.
The role of Lead Data Architect is essential to addressing long-standing data debt and unlocking the true value of our data assets.
The Planning Inspectorate is expanding its Digital and Data unit to meet increasing demands from colleagues, government, and customers, and we are looking for a skilled Data Architect to join our growing team.
In this role, you will develop the organisation’s data model, standards, and principles, while designing tools that integrate disparate data sources into our central Operational Data Warehouse (ODW). You may be embedded within a service team, leading a talented group of Data & Digital professionals to ensure that the tools and processes built align seamlessly with the underlying data architecture.
Job description
We are seeking passionate, driven individuals who thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. If you have a keen eye for detail, a proactive mindset, and a genuine enthusiasm for delivering excellence, we want to hear from you! Whether you’re an experienced professional or someone eager to grow and develop new skills, we value creativity, dedication, and a collaborative spirit. Join our team and be part of something truly exciting!
In a typical week, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping The Planning Inspectorate’s data landscape. You’ll collaborate closely with information owners and experts to refine data models, establish reusable patterns, and uphold data standards. Your work will intersect with key teams driving planning reform, ensuring that changes are seamlessly integrated into operational data warehouses and analytical outputs. As an active member of the Architectural Communities of Practice, you’ll contribute to the development of architectural artefacts and champion best practices across the organization. Leading a multi-disciplinary team, you’ll guide the creation of innovative data and digital products, embedding strong data architecture principles at every stage. Additionally, you’ll keep stakeholders and governance boards informed, making strategic recommendations and providing updates on workstream progress.
