Flexible working - We are guided by our client work and needs; however, you have autonomy to manage your time and diary to suit your work/life balance.
We are seeking a highly experienced Data Strategist to join our team. This role demands a deep understanding of various aspects of data strategy, combined with the ability to lead transformative projects that align data management practices with broader business objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Data Strategy Expertise: Develop and implement data strategies encompassing Data Engineering, Data Operating Models, Data Management, and Data Governance.
- Technical Development Background: Utilise a solid foundation in technical development within the data domain, including data engineering, data architecture, and data platforms.
- AI and Machine Learning Integration: Link AI and machine learning use cases with the foundational requirements of a Central Data Platform.
- Modern Data Architecture: Apply in-depth knowledge of modern data architecture paradigms, including data lakes, data warehouses, data mesh, and cloud-native solutions.
- Client and Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with clients and cross-functional teams to assess data maturity and identify strategic opportunities.
- Stakeholder Workshops: Facilitate workshops with stakeholders to define future data use cases, assess existing architectures, and validate current-state assessments.
- Case for Change: Develop compelling cases for change, including creating light business cases or ROI justifications.
- Proof of Concepts (PoCs): Lead or support the delivery of PoCs and implementation projects with a team of engineers.
- Communication: Bridge technical and non-technical audiences, ensuring alignment between business and technical objectives.
- Generalist Approach: Work across multiple domains within data, ensuring holistic and pragmatic solutions.
- Compliance Considerations: Ensure adherence to data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR) and compliance considerations as they relate to data management and strategy.
- Extensive experience in data strategy, data engineering, and data management.
- Strong technical background in data architecture and platforms.
- Proven track record in aligning AI and machine learning initiatives with data platforms.
- Demonstrated ability to work with clients and internal teams to drive strategic data initiatives.
- Excellent facilitation and communication skills.
- Familiarity with data privacy regulations and compliance requirements.
We know the skill-gap and ‘somewhat need to tick every box’ can get in the way of meeting brilliant candidates, so please don’t hesitate to apply – we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today by completing our online application
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We are dedicated to supporting the physical, emotional, social and financial well-being of our people. Check out some of our extensive benefits:
- Health and lifestyle perks accompanying private healthcare for you and your family
- 25 days annual leave (plus a bonus half day on Christmas Eve) with the opportunity to buy 5 additional days
- Generous company pension scheme
- Opportunity to get involved with community and charity-based initiatives
- Annual performance-based bonus
- PA share ownership
- Tax efficient benefits (cycle to work, give as you earn)
We recruit, retain, reward and develop our people based solely on their abilities and contributions and without reference to their age, background, disability, genetic information, parental or family status, religion or belief, race, ethnicity, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity (or expression), political belief veteran status, or other by any other range of human difference brought about by identity and experience. We are on a journey towards ensuring our workforce is diverse at all levels and that our firm is representative of the world around us. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups.
Adjustments or accommodations - Should you need any adjustments or accommodations to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please contact us.
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