Business Data Architect

About Slalom

Slalom is a global, human-centric business and technology consulting firm. We specialise in partnering with organisations that aspire to excellence, helping them tackle complex challenges and achieve transformative results through strategy, technology, and business transformation services. By prioritising people, Slalom creates a unique consulting experience, with a team of strategists and engineers delivering practical, end-to-end solutions that drive impactful outcomes for our clients. We empower people and organisations to dream bigger, move faster, and build better tomorrows for all.

About the Role

As a Business Data Architect at Slalom, you will work closely with C-suite executives, business leaders, and cross-functional teams to shape and deliver enterprise-wide transformation strategies anchored in Data & AI. You’ll bridge the gap between business vision and technical execution, designing scalable solutions and operating models that drive measurable value. Your expertise will help clients accelerate their AI and digital transformation journeys, particularly within regulated sectors such as financial services.

What You’ll Do

Partner with business leaders to define transformation strategies that leverage Data & AI for measurable business value

Translate enterprise priorities into actionable Data & AI roadmaps with clear KPIs, ROI, and value levers

Identify, shape, and prioritize high-impact AI and data use cases that enhance performance, manage risk, and improve customer outcomes

Design and implement Data & AI operating models, including governance frameworks, stewardship, and Responsible AI

Lead the translation of complex business problems into scalable, AI-enabled solutions across data platforms, analytics, and generative AI

Architect modern, cloud-native Data & AI platforms with robust governance, security, and scalability

Guide clients from initial experimentation to enterprise-scale AI adoption, embedding AI into core business processes

Establish delivery models and AI factories to industrialize and scale Data & AI use case development

Drive change management initiatives, including AI literacy and capability programs for business and leadership teams

Act as a trusted advisor, providing thought leadership on AI trends, risks, and opportunities, while mentoring multidisciplinary teams

What You’ll Bring

Experience

Extensive experience in business transformation, consulting, or enterprise architecture

Proven track record delivering large-scale transformation programs

Deep experience driving Data & AI-enabled transformation initiatives

Exposure to regulated industries (e.g., banking, financial services) preferred

Capabilities

Demonstrated expertise in strategy development, business case design, and value realization

Ability to design operating models and lead process transformation

Strong executive stakeholder engagement and influence skills

In-depth knowledge of modern data platforms (e.g., Snowflake, Databricks), AI/ML, generative AI concepts, and Responsible AI practices

Skilled at translating business needs into measurable, AI-enabled solutions

Experience with enterprise architecture and aligning business strategy with technology delivery

Ability to scale solutions from pilot to enterprise-wide deployment

Leadership & Soft Skills

Excellent executive communication and storytelling abilities

Strategic mindset paired with strong execution orientation

Ability to influence and build consensus across complex stakeholder groups

Structured problem-solving and decision-making skills

About Us

Deep connections, better outcome

We have deep relationships with leading technology partners and they love us for our innovative and outcome based approach. Our people are passionate about solving our clients problems using the tech that’s the best solution for them. What’s more, we’re there to work side-by-side with our client teams to enable them for success long after we’ve gone. We’re all about momentum that outlasts us.

Flexibility

Life is busy, and we understand that. Our team often juggles work, family, personal commitments, and crucial client obligations. We prioritise supporting our people in balancing what matters to them while ensuring we meet our client commitments. Flexibility is key, as we sometimes need to adapt to meet client needs. This way, our team can work on high-impact projects they’ll love, knowing they have the flexibility to manage their personal and professional lives effectively.

People-first

Great solutions start with great people. At our employee-led company, your voice matters, and we love to hear your feedback. By leading with kindness, empathy, and striving for equity, we create better experiences for everyone. Our culture encourages passion, adventure, adaptability, and diverse thinking. Inclusion, diversity, and equity are our top priorities, empowering our team to be their best selves. Together, we can create a great future by working collaboratively and supporting each other.

What keeps us here?

Our Singapore office knows the importance of a good work/life balance. We have the freedom to be ourselves when life gets in the way. We make a big effort to bring everyone together and allow space when space is needed. We believe in helping each other thrive in work and life and are proud to invest in benefits that include holistic well-being, meaningful allowances, and investment in our team’s professional, technical, and personal growth.

It’s an exciting time to be one of our foundational members, getting involved in setting up our unique Singapore culture.