Business Intelligence Architect (Technical Lead)

Candidate Description

A seasoned Data & Analytics leader with over fifteen years of experience across retail and commercial sectors, the candidate excels in architecting enterprise-scale analytics platforms that drive measurable business outcomes. Adept at bridging business strategy and technology, this professional brings deep technical expertise in Power BI, Microsoft Fabric, Azure and Snowflake while consistently mentoring cross-functional teams and establishing robust governance frameworks.

Their technical acumen spans enterprise semantic modelling, advanced data warehousing, AI-enabled analytics and performance optimisation. Leveraging tools such as Power BI Copilot, Azure Analysis Services and Snowflake, they have delivered modern, scalable data solutions for organisations including a Major Retailer, a Consumer Goods Company and a Consulting Firm. Key achievements include a 30 % reduction in reporting duplication through semantic model standardisation and successful rollout of Microsoft Fabric to enable natural-language querying and AI-driven insights.

Combining strategic vision with hands-on delivery, the candidate leads with a collaborative approach that uplifts team capability while ensuring architectural integrity. Their proven track record in stakeholder engagement, Agile delivery and data-driven decision-making positions them as a valuable asset for organisations seeking to mature their analytics landscape and harness AI-powered insights for competitive advantage.