Join us as a Data Modeller, to support our Data Services team within Shared Platform Engineering as we deliver high‑quality data solutions across the Current Accounts, Payments and Lending business. You will work closely with project and platform teams to understand data requirements, translate them into logical data models, and support the database changes that bring those models to life.

Coaching will be provided in the fundamentals of data modelling techniques and in the use of the ER Studio modelling tool. You will also receive training in SQL to work with database tables, along with guidance on using tools such as Jira and Confluence to help track and document project activities. This experience offers foundation for developing your skills and can support progression into other related roles in IT, such as Solution Architect or Business Analyst.

To be successful as a Data Modeller, you should have experience with:

• A genuine interest in IT Engineering and a curiosity about data, paired with an eagerness to learn and seek guidance when helpful.
• An organised and dependable approach to tasks, with the ability to stay focused when completing work individually.
• Clear and approachable communication skills, with the ability to share ideas effectively and work well with others.
• A willingness to support different activities, contribute where needed, and work effectively as part of a team.

Some other highly valued skills may include:

• Financial Services knowledge or experience, particularly where it helps you understand how data is used in real‑world processes.
• Data Modelling knowledge or experience, with an interest in developing these skills further.
• A collaborative and supportive approach, with a focus on contributing to shared goals and helping the team succeed.
• Previous experience as a Data Modeller or Data Analyst within large, wide‑scale organisations, which can provide helpful insight into working with data across different teams.

You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen strategic thinking and digital and technology, as well as job-specific technical skills.

This role will be based in Knutsford.

Purpose of the role

To design, implement, and maintain conceptual, Logical and Physical data models that meet business data/process and technology requirements, by using designs and data strategies across a wide selection of platforms. 

Accountabilities

• Analysis and documentation of business requirements to translate them into data models aligned with organisational goals.
• Development and maintenance of data dictionaries and glossaries to define data elements and their usage.
• Analysis and monitoring of data usage patterns to identify opportunities for data optimisation and improvement, in partnership with the Data Base Administrator.
• Strategic architecture definition and product selection.
• Production of logical designs in relevant subject area (technical, data, operational), showing for example: processes, objects, data flows, inputs, stored data and outputs. Identifying common components.
• Implementation of architectures and Identification, ownership and resolution of design related issues.
• Definition and documentation of data architectures standards, principles and strategies.

Analyst Expectations

• To perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard consistently driving continuous improvement.
• Requires in-depth technical knowledge and experience in their assigned area of expertise
• Thorough understanding of the underlying principles and concepts within the area of expertise
• They lead and supervise a team, guiding and supporting professional development, allocating work requirements and coordinating team resources.
• If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L – Listen and be authentic, E – Energise and inspire, A – Align across the enterprise, D – Develop others.
• OR for an individual contributor, they develop technical expertise in work area, acting as an advisor where appropriate.
• Will have an impact on the work of related teams within the area.
• Partner with other functions and business areas.
• Takes responsibility for end results of a team’s operational processing and activities.
• Escalate breaches of policies / procedure appropriately.
• Take responsibility for embedding new policies/ procedures adopted due to risk mitigation.
• Advise and influence decision making within own area of expertise.
• Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work you own or contribute to. Deliver your work and areas of responsibility in line with relevant rules, regulation and codes of conduct.
• Maintain and continually build an understanding of how own sub-function integrates with function, alongside knowledge of the organisations products, services and processes within the function.
• Demonstrate understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function.
• Make evaluative judgements based on the analysis of factual information, paying attention to detail.
• Resolve problems by identifying and selecting solutions through the application of acquired technical experience and will be guided by precedents.
• Guide and persuade team members and communicate complex / sensitive information.
• Act as contact point for stakeholders outside of the immediate function, while building a network of contacts outside team and external to the organisation.

All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship – our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset – to Empower, Challenge and Drive – the operating manual for how we behave.