Senior IT Data Project Manager in Pharma

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Fusion Consulting is a globally leading Life Sciences IT and business consultancy delivering data domain projects for pharma, healthcare and animal health clients across Europe. We seek a Senior IT Data Project Manager with hands-on experience in data platforms, analytics and BI to drive end-to-end initiatives within complex global programs.

You will plan, coordinate and deliver data transformation activities, manage stakeholders, vendors and cross-functional teams, and ensure alignment with

Qualifications

• Experience managing Data, Analytics, Data Platform, and BI projects end to end in global organizations.
• Hands-on project management with involvement in requirements gathering, data migration, testing, vendor coordination, and deployment.
• Leads cross-functional teams including Data Engineers, Data Architects, Analysts and Stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of data governance, data quality, metadata management, data lineage, and regulatory requirements.
• Proven ability to deliver end-to-end data transformations, including roadmap planning, risk management and change management.
• Experience with enterprise reporting and analytics.
• Pharma industry experience is essential.
• EU work eligibility; relocation not offered.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT projects within the Data Domain from initiation through delivery.
• Manage scope, timelines, milestones, risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Coordinate activities across Data, IT, business teams, and external vendors.
• Facilitate project meetings, workshops, and stakeholder discussions.
• Track progress and ensure timely delivery of outcomes.
• Manage cross-functional dependencies across multiple workstreams.
• Support governance, reporting, and status communication.
• Identify risks and blockers and drive mitigation actions.
• Ensure alignment between technical delivery and business requirements.
• Support upcoming demand across the wider Data portfolio.

Skills

Data governance

Data quality

Data lineage

Regulatory compliance

BI and analytics

End-to-end delivery

Cross-functional leadership

Pharma industry experience

Vendor coordination

Job description

Senior IT Data Project Manager in Pharma

• Full-time

Swiss Delivery Excellence: Transforming Life Science Consulting Worldwide.

Fusion Consulting is a globally leading Business and IT boutique consultancy specialized in the Life Sciences industry, partnering with leading companies in pharma, healthcare, and animal health.

With over 600 employees and 25 offices worldwide, our mission is to revolutionize our clients' business transformation challenges and set new industry standards through innovative solutions.

Focused on S4HANA, Data & Cloud, and innovative technologies, Fusion Consulting brings unparalleled expertise and commitment to excellence to every project we undertake.

Grounded in our commitment to fast and intelligent decision-making, our client-first and open-hearted approach defines our ethos. With unwavering support and an entrepreneurial spirit, our global teamwork transcends borders and turns shared visions into reality.

We are looking for an IT Project Manager with experience in Data Domain projects to support upcoming demand across multiple IT initiatives.

You will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering projects related to data platforms, data management, integrations, and transformation activities, working closely with business stakeholders, technical teams, and external partners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead IT projects within the Data Domain from initiation through delivery.
• Manage project scope, timelines, milestones, risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Coordinate activities across Data, IT, business teams, and external vendors.
• Facilitate project meetings, workshops, and stakeholder discussions.
• Track project progress and ensure timely delivery of agreed outcomes.
• Manage cross-functional dependencies across multiple workstreams.
• Support project governance, reporting, and status communication.
• Identify project risks and blockers and drive mitigation actions.
• Ensure alignment between technical delivery and business requirements.
• Support upcoming project demand across the wider Data portfolio.

Requirements:

• Proven experience managing Data, Analytics, Data Platform, and Business Intelligence projects end to end in complex global organizations.
• Hands-on project management approach with active involvement in requirements gathering, data migration, testing, vendor coordination, and deployment activities.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams including Data Engineers, Data Architects, Business Analysts, Reporting teams, and Business stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of data governance, data quality, metadata management, data lineage, and regulatory/compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to manage end-to-end delivery of data transformation initiatives, including roadmap planning, risk management, stakeholder engagement, and change management.
• Experience with enterprise reporting and analytics.
• Delivery mindset
• Experience in Pharma industry is a must.
• For this role, we do not offer a relocation package. Candidates must be based in Europe and have the legal right to work in their country of residence.

Why Fusion?

At Fusion, we unite entrepreneurial minds from around the globe to develop and implement game-changing solutions that build lasting relationships with our clients.

We value employees who challenge the status quo through innovation, adapt to diverse client needs in ever-changing environments, and commit to continuous learning-for themselves and their colleagues.

We provide a competitive salary, along with an outstanding work environment that fosters long-term career development opportunities.