Senior Data Foundations Consultant

FSP Retail Team; Glasgow, Newbury, Reading; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Competitive salary and benefits

Mentoring and coaching

Job summary

FSP is seeking a Senior Data Foundations Consultant to join its Data & AI practice in the UK. You will implement enterprise data governance frameworks across metadata, quality, modelling and ownership to ensure trusted, compliant data used across client organisations.

You will lead data foundations engagements, guide small teams, and build trusted client relationships while contributing to the growth of our data capabilities and propositions.

Qualifications

• Gained significant professional experience across a range of data disciplines and complex organisational environments.
• Strong understanding of core data capabilities: governance, quality, metadata, architecture and management.
• Experience with Data Quality Management, Cataloguing and Metadata Management tools.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent client work – Lead high-quality Data Foundations engagements.
• Lead and develop small teams; set direction and ensure delivery quality.
• Partner with clients to understand priorities and identify opportunities.
• Contribute to growth of the Data Foundations practice and commercial expansion.

Skills

Data governance

Data quality

Metadata management

Data architecture

Data management

Leadership

Client relationship

Problem solving

Communication

Tools

Collibra

Purview

AbInitio

Job description

Role Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Data Foundations Consultant to join our thriving Data & AI practice.

The successful applicant will be experienced in implementing enterprise data governance frameworks and standards across metadata, quality, modelling and ownership to ensure data is trusted, compliant and consistently used. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced data professional to evolve and make their mark within an established team, with opportunities to develop a strong career path across a varied client base.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent client work – Lead high-quality Data Foundations engagements, through structured thinking, practical expertise and a strong focus on outcomes.
• Lead and develop small teams – Provide day-to-day leadership to small project teams; setting clear direction, managing priorities, provide constructive feedback, accountability for the quality and successful delivery of the team’s work.
• Partner with clients and identify opportunities – Build trusted relationships in collaboration with clients, developing a strong understanding of their organisation, priorities and challenges. Identify where we can add further value, shape new opportunities, supporting the development of compelling proposals and solutions.
• Contribute to the growth of the Data Foundations practice – Bring ideas, experience and market insight to the continued development of our capabilities, propositions and ways of working. Support ongoing commercial expansion opportunities.

About you

• Gained significant professional experience across a range of data disciplines and complex organisational environments.
• Possess a strong understanding of core data capabilities, such as data governance, data quality, metadata management, data architecture and data management.
• Possess technical experience of Data Quality Management, Cataloguing and Metadata Management (in tools like Collibra, Purview, AbInitio, or similar).
• Skilled at diagnosing complex challenges, identifying opportunities for improvement and translating these into compelling, pragmatic and actionable solutions.
• Capable of quickly understanding a client’s organisational context and using this insight to provide relevant and credible advice.
• Confident communicating complex ideas and concepts to both business and technical audiences.
• Strong relationship builder: establish trust, influence stakeholders, motivate to achieve shared outcome.

Knowledge and experience of the following would be advantageous

• Experience of large data transformation programmes
• Experience working in a consultancy environment and / or industry domain expertise (financial services, telecoms, healthcare)

Who are FSP?

FSP is a leading enterprise transformation consultancy specialising in Data & AI, Cyber Security, Enterprise Cloud and Change Delivery. We help organisations modernise, innovate and grow through advisory-led consulting, deep technical expertise and high-quality delivery. Working across complex and regulated environments, we partner with clients to build secure, intelligent and resilient digital capabilities that deliver lasting business value.

Our culture is built on true belonging, opportunity for all and excellence in everything we do. Through our One FSP Playbook, we have created a shared set of values and winning behaviours that shape how we work, collaborate and show up for our colleagues and our clients. We are committed to creating an environment where talented people are supported, developed and given the opportunity to thrive, building a high-performing organisation where everyone can contribute, grow and succeed together.

Why work for FSP?

• A collaborative and supportive environment in which you can grow and develop your career
• The tools and opportunity to do work you can be proud of
• A chance to work alongside some of the best people in the industry, who always seek to share their knowledge and experience
• Hybrid working – we empower you to make smart choices about when and where to work to achieve great results
• Industry leading coaching and mentoring
• Competitive salary and an excellent benefits package

Equal and Fair Opportunity

FSP is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from all suitable candidates. We consider all applicants for employment regardless of age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief.

Research suggests that applicants from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for roles if they do not precisely meet requirements, or if they felt there were clear barriers as to who should apply. If you are excited about a potential role with us but are concerned that you may not be a perfect fit, please do apply, as you may be the ideal candidate for this role or for a different vacancy within FSP.

We endeavour to always provide fair opportunity for applicants to showcase themselves in the best way possible during any interviews or meetings. If you require any adjustments for a call or in-person meeting, please let us know.