Data Architecture - Manager/ Associate Manager

Overview

Data Architecture - Manager/ Associate Manager

Location: Manchester

Salary: Competitive salary package depending on experience

Career Level: Manager & Associate Manager

Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. We apply industry expertise and next-generation technology to each business challenge while fostering inclusion and diversity.

As a team, we have an exciting opportunity for a Data Architecture Manager to join our Data & AI practice. We deliver scalable, business-critical, end-to-end solutions for our clients-from data strategy/governance to Core Engineering-enabling them to transform and work in Cloud Technologies.

The Data Architecture Practice at Accenture's mission is to define and own Data Architecture vision for our clients, providing architecture enablers for innovative data and AI capabilities driving multiplier value for the business. We design and architect modern data platforms and automate cloud data migration to help clients scale AI for digital core and explore new data driven business opportunities. We differentiate through our ability to architect solutions using proven design patterns and reusable architecture assets.

You'll learn, grow and advance in an innovative culture that thrives on shared success, diverse ways of thinking and enables boundaryless opportunities that can drive your career in new and exciting ways. If you're looking for a challenging career in a vibrant environment with access to training and a global network of experts, this could be the role for you. You'll be working with cutting-edge technologies and will have the opportunity to develop a wide range of new skills on the job.

In our team you will

• Work on a variety of challenging and innovative projects
• Gain exposure to new and emergent technologies
• Have support from a variety of experienced team members within the wider Architecture practice, to support your independent growth journey into the world of Architecture best practice
• Partner with a variety of highly skilled teams to advise and support our clients through their data architecture related challenges

As a Data Architecture Manager, you will

• Assist client teams in the design and implementation of scalable data solutions using modern technologies, under the guidance of senior team members
• Identify gaps and inefficiencies in clients' existing architecture, working with senior colleagues to support analysis and solution development
• Support the creation of roadmaps and contribute to recommendations for improving client processes and architecture, with mentorship from more experienced team members
• Participate in client workshops throughout the project lifecycle, assisting with preparation, documentation, and follow-up actions
• Communicate with clients to gather requirements and ensure project deliverables align with their needs, with support from senior team members
• Share ideas and contribute to discussions on innovative engineering, design, and strategy, while learning from experienced team members
• Learn from and collaborate with more experienced colleagues, seeking opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge through mentorship and training
• Engage with internal networks and special interest groups, participating in discussions and activities to build professional expertise within Architecture

Qualification We are looking for experience in the following skills

• Commercial experience in one or more major cloud platform(s) (AWS, GCP, Azure), preferably with relevant certifications
• A background working in development, engineering or technical business analysis, with a desire to transition into the world of Architecture
• Knowledge across key principles including data modelling, pipelining, quality and management
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Experience working in client facing environments and a proven track record in meeting deadlines consistently
• A strategic thinker, with an analytical and creative mindset

What's in it for you

At Accenture, in addition to a competitive basic salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes generous holiday allowance, gym subsidy, private medical insurance and 3 extra days leave per year for charitable work of your choice.

Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role as there will be requirements to spend time onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery of the first-class services we are known for.

About Accenture

Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. We combine unmatched experience and specialized capabilities across more than 40 industries - powered by the world's largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centers. With 509,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries, Accenture brings continuous innovation to help clients improve their performance and create lasting value across their enterprises.

Accenture is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of society and does not discriminate on grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis as protected by applicable law.

Closing Date

Closing Date for Applications: 28/11/25. Accenture reserves the right to close the role prior to this date should a suitable applicant be found.

Locations: Manchester

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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