Data Governance Architect - Collibra/Microsoft Purview

We are looking for an experienced Data Governance Architect to support a major Data Governance transformation programme within a large UK utilties company. This is a hands-on consulting and architecture role, working alongside senior Data Governance and delivery specialists to help design and implement an enterprise-wide Data Governance capability. The programme will cover Data Governance operating models, ownership and stewardship, metadata, data catalogue, lineage, Data Quality, retention, data sharing, regulatory assurance and AI readiness. A key part of the role will be helping assess and shape the technology architecture supporting Data Governance, including Microsoft Purview and Collibra. Key responsibilities: Define Data Governance architecture and technical roadmap Assess the existing data, technology and governance landscape Design Data Governance operating models and supporting architecture Support Data Owner and Data Steward models Define approaches to metadata, catalogue, lineage and critical data assets Assess Microsoft Purview and Collibra capabilities against business requirements Support governance tooling selection and implementation Design and support practical pilots/Proof of Concepts Define integration requirements across governance platforms, data sources and existing systems Support Data Quality, retention and data sharing requirements Work closely with business, data, architecture, security, privacy and technology stakeholders Develop practical implementation and transition roadmaps Support knowledge transfer and adoption across the organisation We are particularly interested in consultants with: Strong Data Governance Architecture experience Enterprise Data Architecture experience Experience implementing Data Governance within large, complex organisations Hands-on knowledge of Collibra and/or Microsoft Purview Data Catalogue