About the role Are you an experienced Data Architect looking for your next challenge?
Cooper Parry is on a rapid growth trajectory, and we re seeking a Data Architect to lead the design and evolution of our enterprise data platform.
This role will play a critical part in shaping a scalable, secure, and high performing data architecture built primarily on Microsoft Fabric, supporting advanced analytics, reporting, and data-driven decision making across the business.
You will bring a strong data engineering background, working hands-on where needed, and act as a technical authority defining best practice across data ingestion, modelling, integration, and governance. Experience working with Salesforce data is desirable, helping to ensure seamless integration between core operational systems and the analytical platform.
You'll be getting stuck into a diverse range of tasks and responsibilities, including;
Data Architecture & Strategy Owning and evolving the end-to-end data architecture, aligned to Cooper Parry s strategy and enterprise standards Defining architectural patterns, principles, and standards for: Data ingestion Data transformation Data modelling Analytics and reporting Acting as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders on data architecture decisions Microsoft Fabric Platform Leadership Designing and oversee solutions using Microsoft Fabric, including: OneLake Lakehouse and Warehouse architectures Data Pipelines Spark / Notebooks Semantic models Ensuring platform scalability, performance optimisation, cost efficiency, and security Guiding the transition from legacy platforms where applicable Data Engineering & Integration Providing technical leadership across data engineering practices, including: Batch and streaming data pipelines ELT/ETL frameworks CI/CD for data platforms Architecting robust integrations from internal and third-party systems Defining data quality, validation, and monitoring standards Governance, Security & Quality Defining and enforcing: Data governance frameworks Master and reference data strategies Access control and role-based security Ensuring compliance with GDPR and organisational security standards Promoting high data quality and lineage transparency Collaboration & Leadership Working closely with: Data Engineers Analytics Engineers BI Developers Product and Business stakeholders Mentoring and upskill team members Reviewing solution designs and providing constructive architectural guidance About you At Cooper Parry, we re in it together. All we ask of our people is that they play all in. You ll continuously strive to keep learning whether you re a trainee or a Partner and you ll be brave, stepping out of your comfort zone to tackle new challenges. Above all, be nice. A simple notion, but an irreplaceable part of what makes CP, CP.
In addition to those core values, you should also have; Proven experience as a Data Architect or Senior Data Engineer with architectural responsibility Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Fabric Deep understanding of: Modern data lakehouse architectures Dimensional and analytical data modelling Data pipeline orchestration Strong SQL skills and experience with distributed data processing Experience designing enterprise-scale analytics platforms in Azure Ability to translate business requirements into robust technical solutions You ll also ideally (but not essentially) have; Experience integrating and modelling professional services data Familiarity with Power BI semantic models and DAX Experience with Azure ecosystem services (e.g. Azure AD, monitoring, networking) Experience operating in agile product or platform teams Experience designing data architectures and integrations for CRM and professional services platforms, such as Salesforce or similar systems, and understand common CRM and services data challenges, including: Complex relational structures Slowly changing dimensions Data duplication and reconciliation across systems About us We ve been dubbed the rebels of accountancy . We re straight-talking. Never afraid to share our opinions. We put people and relationships before products and services, and deliver a streamlined, client-focused service free from unnecessary red tape.
Check out our recent achievements: Best Companies No.1 Accountancy Firm & No.30 Best Large Company to Work For in the UK Became B Corp Certified in 2023 and we re still the UK s largest accountancy B Corp, measuring and improving our impact beyond business for a brighter tomorrow Achieved 5 awards at the Inspiring Workplace Awards in 2025: winner in the Large Business category and best in class for inspiring People & Culture, Wellbeing, Inclusion and Employee Experience What's in it for you?
Our people are the beating heart of our culture. We know that if you love working here, and you re given the trust and autonomy to work in a way that best suits you, you ll produce amazing results.
That s why we offer things like: A flexible approach to work - balancing working from home, in office or with clients A generous holiday entitlement An enhanced parental leave policy An enhanced pension scheme No dress code just wear something! A multi-award-winning wellbeing offering to support your physical, mental, spiritual, and financial health Volunteering opportunities to work closer with local communities and charities Cooper Parry social/sports clubs Feeling supported and welcomed is such a big part of bringing your whole self to work. As an equal opportunities employer, we ll work with you to ensure you have everything you need to develop your skills and achieve your best.
Get in touch if you have any questions about our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion or about accessibility/accommodations during your application process.
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