Data Modeler

Data & Analytics at APG

At COO we introduced a new strategy expressing the ambition to be the best enabler for high pension value in a responsible way. We strive to realize this through supporting our clients, the business, and the regulator by providing ‘all data at your fingertips’, cloud & self-service solutions & efficient and robust operations. There is a lot to do to make it all possible and our people are the ones that make the difference. We aim to be the preferred place to work, with empowered & collaborative colleagues that always strive to grow. Leading the change will be a vital part of your role.

The role

Are you an analytical thinker with a passion for structuring & modeling data? Do you understand and are able to convince the need for governing data? Do you want to work with the latest technologies to design and implement data models and support in delivering Trusted data that drives our business goals? Then you might be the Data Modeler that we are looking for!

For our brand new Data Office department we are looking for a Data Modeler to join our Data Governance & Architecture team. As a Data Modeler, you help shape the foundation of our data landscape. You design scalable data models and support the organization in delivering trusted, high-quality data. Together, we build strong data value chains, apply data governance frameworks, and foster a data-driven culture.

What you would do

• Analyzing and understanding information needs, determining which data attributes are needed to fill that need.
• Analyzing and translating business data needs into the APG AM Enterprise Data Model.
• Manage and maintain APG AM’s Enterprise Data Model to ensure accurate application for both operational and analytical purposes, adapting, innovating or supplementing ways of working if needed.
• Ensuring data integrity and quality through rigorous testing and validation.
• You work closely with Data Architects, Business Data Analysts & other important stakeholders to build scalable and future-proof data solutions. Together, you ensure that our data is well-governed, reliable, and ready to support business needs. 
• Develop, align, and maintain data governance roles & responsibilities, processes, policies, and guidelines to empower teams in their roles.
• Actively oversee and audit the data governance implementation.
• Collaborating with data engineers to implement data models in databases and data warehouses.
• Analyzing data sourcing methods within the source systems and documenting via data flow diagrams how the source data is accurately translated to the data model.
• Staying up to date with the latest data modeling techniques and tools, analyzing and internalizing in- and external subject developments.
• Communicating data-related concepts and solutions effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Researching stakeholder needs and building relations, acting on formal and informal signals to proactively maintain a solid overview of stakeholder expectations.
• Providing guidance and support to other team members & teams on data modeling best practices.

What you bring

• University working and thinking level with at least a completed higher professional education in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• You have demonstrable multi-year experience with (enterprise) data modeling & data governance. Data architecture is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with data modeling tools (e.g. Sparx Enterprise Architect).
• Knowledge of SQL and database management systems (e.g., Oracle, SQL, PostgreSQL).
• Experience with data warehousing and big data technologies (e.g. Databricks).
• Ability to work in Agile SCRUM teams; Knowledge of the Agile SAFe framework is a plus.

What we offer you

We will offer you, depending on relevant knowledge and experience, a gross salary in the range of 5660 - 8085 EUR and great employment conditions aimed at flexibility, such as:

• A guaranteed end of year bonus of 8.33%
• Attention to your vitality and personal development
• Possibility to work from home 2-3 days per week
• And obviously a well-managed pension

Where you will work

For pension provider APG, pension is about people, life, and living together. With careful asset management, pension administration, communication and advice, we work on a livable future for current and future generations. One in which we share prosperity and well-being fairly and sustainably. Now and later.

APG is committed to around 4.5 million people in the Netherlands, which is why we believe it is important to be a reflection of Dutch society. This means that APG strives for an inclusive work environment, in which everyone can be themselves and where your unique qualities are embraced.

When you choose to work for APG, you choose for a job in which you contribute to a bright future.

More information

Get in touch with Ed Rinkel via ed.rinkel@apg.nl who can tell you more about the specifics of the position.

We do not appreciate acquisition in response to this vacancy.