Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsLeadership opportunity for commerical Data leader to deliver real changeComplex global role requiring architectural depth and MS excellenceAbout Our ClientOur client is a top-tier global professional services network operating across 100+ countries with a strong presence in both the UK and US. The organisation is structured as a federated partnership, combining global coordination with local autonomy.Technology is a key strategic priority, with significant investment now committed to modernising data platforms, standardising architecture, and enabling AI-driven insights. This role plays a central role in defining standards, driving collaboration, and enabling shared platforms across member firms.The hiring leader is a high-performing, pragmatic CIO/CISO with a consulting background, known for high standards, commercial thinking, and developing strong teams.Job DescriptionThis is a newly created, Director-level role with global accountability for enterprise data, shared platforms, and infrastructure.The role will act as the technical authority across the organisation, responsible for shaping strategy, defining standards, and influencing adoption across a complex, federated environment.ResponsibilitiesDefine and lead the enterprise data strategy, including development of common data models across the networkDesign and govern modern data architectures, including high-volume and near real-time data ingestionEstablish reference architectures and standards across data, integration, and Microsoft platformsLead the Microsoft ecosystem strategy, including Azure, Power Platform, M365, and emerging data servicesEnsure platforms are scalable, secure, resilient, and AI-ready, supporting initiatives such as Copilot and advanced analyticsAct as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, influencing decision-making across multiple jurisdictionsProvide technical oversight of shared infrastructure and managed service providersBuild and lead a lean, high-calibre global team across infrastructure, data, and vendor managementDrive alignment across member firms through communities of practice and strong stakeholder engagementContextHighly federated global model with autonomous member firmsLean team - responsible for data, infrastructure & managing the MSPStrong reliance on influence rather than formal authoritySignificant focus on data as the foundation for AI and global platformsExisting Microsoft-centric technology estateThe Successful ApplicantThe successful Head of Enterprise Data & Platforms will combine deep technical credibility with strong commercial and stakeholder leadership capability.Proven experience leading enterprise data and platform architecture at global scaleStrong track record delivering data platform transformation end-to-endDeep expertise across the Microsoft technology stack (Azure, data platforms, Power Platform)Experience operating within complex, federated or multi-entity organisationsDemonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders without formal authorityBackground in consulting or advisory environments is advantageousSkillsStrong enterprise architecture capabilityCommercially minded, able to balance technical decisions with business impactCredible and pragmatic, with the ability to operate at both strategic and technical levelsHigh standards, delivery-focused, and comfortable working in lean team structuresStrong communicator across both technical and executive audiencesLow ego grafter who takes accountability and gets it doneWhat's on OfferCompetitive base salary and 6% pensionNo bonus or car allowanceLearning cultureHigh performing teamOpportunity to build a compelling global data strategy and platform in a high profile organisationUK time zone workingLimited travel1 day per week in LondonContactJames BarrettQuote job refJN-032026-6974133Phone number+441179065140Job summaryJob functionTechnologySubsectorSenior IT ManagementSectorBusiness ServicesLocationLondonContract typePermanentConsultant nameJames BarrettConsultant phone+441179065140Job referenceJN-032026-6974133
