Lead Analytics Consultant in Wakefield

Lead Analytics Consultant in Wakefield

Wakefield Full-Time No home office possible
Talent Locker

Lead Analytics Consultant

Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest.
Permanent | Remote (UK) | Occasional London Travel
£75,000 – £105,000 + Bonus + Benefits

Are you an experienced analytics consultant ready to lead the delivery of advanced analytics and business intelligence solutions for major UK organisations?

This role blends hands-on technical expertise with consulting leadership. You’ll work closely with clients to turn complex business challenges into scalable, cloud-based data solutions, while leading teams and ensuring high-quality project delivery.

Responsibilities include;

  • Act as a trusted advisor to clients on data engineering and advanced analytics best practices
  • Lead end-to-end analytics engagements, from discovery and requirements through to delivery
  • Design and implement scalable, cloud-based data platforms and BI solutions
  • Build intuitive dashboards and reporting solutions (Power BI or similar)
  • Develop and oversee data models, transformations, and ETL/ELT pipelines
  • Architect robust, scalable data solutions aligned to business needs
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure outcomes deliver real business value
  • Mentor and support team members, contributing to successful project execution

Skills and Experience;

  • Proven experience delivering cloud-based analytics and data engineering solutions
  • Strong background in a client-facing consulting environment (consultancy or SI preferred)
  • Demonstrated experience leading teams or managing analytics project delivery
  • Advanced skills in Python and SQL
  • Hands-on experience with data integration tools (e.g. Azure Data Factory)
  • Familiarity with modern data platforms (e.g. Microsoft Fabric, Databricks)
  • Strong xiskglj data visualisation experience (Power BI, Tableau, QlikView, etc.)
  • Deep understanding of data modelling, warehousing, and ETL/ELT processes
  • Exposure to Big Data, Data Science, AI, or Machine Learning is a plus
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills

Additional;

  • Must hold or be eligible for UK Security Clearance
  • Remote-first working with occasional London travel
  • Competitive salary, bonus, and benefits package
  • Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
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How to prepare for a job interview at Talent Locker

✨Know Your Stuff

Make sure you brush up on your technical skills, especially in Python, SQL, and data integration tools like Azure Data Factory. Be ready to discuss your past projects and how you've delivered cloud-based analytics solutions.

✨Showcase Your Leadership Skills

Since this role involves leading teams, be prepared to share examples of how you've successfully managed projects and mentored team members. Highlight your experience in a client-facing environment and how you've acted as a trusted advisor.

✨Understand the Business Value

Demonstrate your ability to turn complex business challenges into scalable data solutions. Be ready to discuss how your work has delivered real value to clients and how you collaborate with stakeholders to achieve outcomes.

✨Prepare for Scenario Questions

Expect questions that assess your problem-solving skills and your approach to designing and implementing data platforms. Think of specific scenarios where you've had to overcome challenges and how you ensured high-quality project delivery.

Lead Analytics Consultant in Wakefield
Talent Locker
Location: Wakefield

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