We are seeking a Senior Data & Analytics Consultant to join our growing team and play a key role in helping our customers turn data into meaningful insight and measurable impact. In this role, you will design and deliver robust data and analytics solutions that strengthen data foundations, enable AI-driven initiatives, and support better operational and strategic decision-making.
About the Role
The Senior Data & Analytics Consultant designs and delivers data and analytics solutions that help customers improve operational performance and decision-making. Working closely with the AI Practice Lead, Business Consultants, Functional Consultants and delivery teams, this role ensures strong foundations in data management, governance, analytics, and integration, enabling both AI-driven initiatives and standalone data solutions. The role combines hands‑on expertise, solution leadership, and customer engagement to ensure our customers can effectively leverage their data to improve decision-making, operational performance, and service delivery.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Data Strategy & Advisory
Contribute to the development of customer data strategies aligned to business objectives
Ensure data foundations are structured, governed, and scalable so they can support analytics, reporting, and AI-driven initiatives
Provide expert guidance on modern data platforms, governance, and architecture
Data Governance & Quality
Define and implement data governance practices to ensure accuracy, integrity, security, and compliance
Support customers in establishing policies, standards, and data management frameworks
Data Analytics & Insights
Analyse complex datasets and translate findings into clear operational and strategic insights for customers
Translate data into actionable insights that support operational improvement and decision-making
Data Management & Warehousing
Design and implement scalable data platforms including data warehouses, lakes, and relational databases
Ensure efficient data storage, accessibility, and performance
ETL & Data Integration
Design and oversee ETL pipelines integrating data from multiple business systems and external sources
Ensure reliable and scalable data ingestion across cloud and on‑premise environments
Data Architecture & Engineering
Collaborate with project teams to design secure, scalable, and high‑performance data solutions
Support implementation of modern cloud data architectures
Automation & Workflow Optimisation
Leverage Microsoft Power Platform and related tools to streamline data processes and improve efficiency
Advanced Data Solutions
Design and deliver data solutions within the Microsoft ecosystem, including Azure Data Services, Microsoft Dataverse, Power BI, and Dynamics 365 integrations
Enable predictive analytics and advanced modelling where appropriate
Support AI initiatives by ensuring high‑quality, well‑structured data foundations
Deliver data solutions that provide value independent of AI use cases
Develop dashboards and reporting solutions using Power BI and other analytics platforms
Provide real‑time visibility into key performance indicators and operational metrics
Stakeholder Collaboration
Work closely with customers to ensure solutions align with operational needs
Communicate complex technical concepts in a clear, business‑focused manner
Delivery Leadership & Capability Development
Support pre‑sales engagements including discovery workshops, solution design, and proposal input
Contribute to shaping commercially viable data solutions aligned to customer outcomes
Mentor consultants and analysts to build organisational data capability
Promote a data‑driven culture within projects and the wider business
Knowledge and Experience
5+ years' strong experience in data analytics, engineering, or business intelligence within a consultancy or technology services environment
Proven expertise in data modelling, warehousing, and relational database design
Experience designing and delivering cloud‑based data solutions, particularly within Microsoft Azure
Knowledge of ETL processes and data integration across multiple systems
Experience integrating Microsoft technologies (e.g., Dynamics 365, Azure Data Services, Power BI) with third‑party platforms
Understanding of data governance, security, and compliance principles
Hands‑on experience with SQL and one or more data programming languages
Strong understanding of Microsoft Dataverse data structures and integration patterns
Experience delivering complex data projects in customer environments
Experience working with and understanding public sector data, security and governance
Personal Characteristics
Pragmatic problem‑solver with a strong data‑driven mindset
Collaborative and customer‑focused
Innovative, with interest in emerging data and AI technologies
Strong communicator able to bridge technical and business perspectives
Adaptable in a fast‑moving consultancy environment
Personal Abilities
Ability to translate business requirements into practical data solutions
Strong stakeholder engagement skills across technical and non‑technical audiences
Ability to manage multiple priorities across concurrent projects
Commercial awareness and focus on delivering measurable value
Technical Abilities
Proficiency in Microsoft Power BI, SQL, and Azure Data Services
Experience with data integration tools, APIs, and middleware
Knowledge of ETL tools such as Azure Data Factory, SSIS, or similar
Experience with data warehouses, data lakes, and modern data platforms
Familiarity with advanced analytics or machine learning concepts
Experience with Microsoft Power Platform for process automation
Understanding of statistical analysis, reporting, and visualisation techniques
What We Offer
Industry aligned competitive salary
33 days annual leave, including
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As a leading consultancy firm in the UK, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work culture that values innovation and collaboration. Our employees benefit from competitive salaries, comprehensive professional development opportunities, and the chance to work on impactful Microsoft Business Applications initiatives alongside industry experts. Join us to grow your career in an environment that encourages strategic thinking and leadership while making a meaningful difference for our clients.
