Pre-Sales Lead & Data Solution Architect

Pre-Sales Lead & Data Solution Architect

Location: London, United Kingdom (Flexible Hybrid)
Employment Type: Permanent
Business Unit: Data Management

Our client, a leading global Data & AI consultancy, is looking for a Pre-Sales Lead & Data Solution Architect to join their Data Management practice, focusing on banking clients.

This is a strategic, client-facing role where you’ll partner with senior stakeholders to modernise data platforms, accelerate cloud adoption, and drive measurable business value. You’ll combine technical leadership with consulting and pre-sales expertise, influencing C-suite decisions and shaping transformation roadmaps.

✨ Key Responsibilities:
Lead pre-sales engagements and respond to RFPs/RFIs
Architect enterprise data and cloud solutions across Azure, AWS, GCP, Databricks, Snowflake, Synapse, or Azure Fabric
Define cloud migration & modernisation strategies
Deliver client workshops and act as a trusted advisor
Oversee robust ETL/ELT pipelines and data governance frameworks
Mentor teams and embed innovation across projects

Required Skills & Experience:
✅ 10+ years in BI/Data Warehousing/Analytics, with 4+ years in pre-sales/solution architecture
✅ Strong banking sector experience (retail, commercial, or investment banking)
✅ Expertise in Azure, AWS, or GCP, and cloud-native architecture
✅ Proven success in delivering transformation solutions
✅ Experience with enterprise data modelling & BI tools
✅ Preferred: Cloud certifications

What’s on Offer:
Competitive salary + generous bonus
Private healthcare, life assurance & income protection
Pension scheme & flexible benefits
Hybrid working and professional development opportunities
Inclusive and diverse company culture

✅ Interested? Apply today via Focused Futures to explore this exciting opportunity with a global leader in Data & AI transformation.
Note: FS sector & consultancy experience required; no sponsorship available.