Senior Data Consultant

Applicable Limited; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Data Consultant, where you'll provide strategic data consulting and advisory services. In this dynamic role, you will lead data projects, develop governance frameworks, and mentor junior team members. This innovative firm values collaboration and inclusivity, offering a supportive environment that empowers you to excel. You'll engage with diverse clients across various sectors, shaping effective data strategies that drive success. If you're passionate about data and looking to make a meaningful impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Learning and development opportunities

Inclusive work environment

Diversity and Inclusion Networks

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data consulting with a focus on strategy and governance.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to manage data quality and governance.

Responsibilities

• Lead data consulting projects and advise clients on best practices.
• Mentor junior consultants and foster a culture of continuous learning.

Skills

Data Consulting

Data Strategy Development

Data Governance

Data Quality Management

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Data Science

Master’s degree in Data Science

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Master’s degree in Computer Science

Job description

What you'll be doing:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Data Consultant to join our dynamic team. This role will focus on providing strategic data consulting and advisory services to our clients, helping them to develop and implement effective data strategies, governance frameworks, and operating models. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data consulting, excellent communication skills, and the ability to lead and mentor junior team members.

You will be expected to shape propositions, support sales activities, deliver client projects, lead teams and manage cross-functional client staff and stakeholders in a variety of contexts, covering multiple sectors, including telecoms and media, banking, insurance, retail, energy & utilities, and public sector.

• Lead and deliver data consulting projects, including data strategy development, data governance frameworks, and data literacy programs.
• Advise clients on best practices for data management, data quality, and data governance.
• Develop and implement target operating models for data functions.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their business needs and translate them into data solutions.
• Provide thought leadership and stay up-to-date with industry trends and advancements in data and analytics.
• Mentor and support junior consultants, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.

What experience you'll bring:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Strong experience in data consulting, data strategy, or a related role.
• Strong understanding of data governance, data management, and data quality principles.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing data strategies and operating models.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Comfortable developing and shaping the project vision.
• The ability to demonstrate core consulting values.
• Ability to operate in demanding situations whilst still having relentless drive to deliver with enthusiasm.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organise, analyse, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Great project management skills and the ability to bring the abstract into focus.
• Data-oriented personality, great communication skills, and an excellent eye for detail.
• Experience with consulting-led sales.

Who we are:

We’re a business with a global reach that empowers local teams, and we undertake hugely exciting work that is genuinely changing the world. Our advanced portfolio of consulting, applications, business process, cloud, and infrastructure services will allow you to achieve great things by working with brilliant colleagues, and clients, on exciting projects.

Our inclusive work environment prioritises mutual respect, accountability, and continuous learning for all our people. This approach fosters collaboration, well-being, growth, and agility, leading to a more diverse, innovative, and competitive organisation. We are also proud to share that we have a range of Inclusion Networks such as: the Women’s Business Network, Cultural and Ethnicity Network, LGBTQ+ & Allies Network, Neurodiversity Network and the Parent Network.

For more information on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion please click here: Creating Inclusion Together at NTT DATA UK | NTT DATA

What we'll offer you:

We offer a range of tailored benefits that support your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. Our Learning and Development team ensure that there are continuous growth and development opportunities for our people. We also offer the opportunity to have flexible work options.

You can find more information about NTT DATA UK & Ireland here: NTT DATA UK & I

We are an equal opportunities employer. We believe in the fair treatment of all our employees and commit to promoting equity and diversity in our employment practices. We are also a Disability Confident Committed Employer - we want to see every candidate performing at their best throughout the job application and interview process, if you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we look forward to hearing from you.