Data Platform Consultant

Job Description:

Data Platform Consultant

A fast‑growing, forward‑thinking technology Microsoft partnered consultancy is looking for a Data Platform Consultant to join their expanding Data & Analytics practice. This is an exciting opportunity to work on diverse, high‑impact data transformation programmes across both private and public sectors, helping organisations unlock the real value of their data.

You'll play a key client‑facing role in designing and delivering modern data solutions. You'll work closely with technical and non‑technical stakeholders, understand business challenges, and architect secure, scalable data platforms.

You'll work across the full lifecycle - from scoping and design, through implementation, technical assurance, and occasional pre‑sales support. Expect a mix of greenfield and transformation projects, each requiring strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to advise clients confidently.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in workshops to capture requirements
• Design, build and implement modern data platform solutions
• Provide technical governance and assurance throughout delivery
• Support pre‑sales activities, including bid/tender contributions
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams delivering end‑to‑end Data & Analytics solutions

Skills & Experience

• Experience delivering data & analytics architectures
• Strong background in data modelling and data engineering
• Expertise with:

• Azure Data Services (Data Factory, Data Lake, Synapse, SQL, Analysis Services)
• Microsoft Fabric & Power BI
• On‑prem equivalents (SSIS, SSAS, SSRS) welcome

• Highly proficient in T‑SQL; experience with M, DAX, Python or PySpark beneficial
• Demonstrable background in client‑facing consultancy roles
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to lead technical and business discussions
• SC Clearance or SC eligible

Benefits:

• Primarily remote working
• Strong focus on professional development and training
• Private healthcare or health cash plan
• 25 days annual leave + your birthday off
• Holiday Purchase
• Pension, life assurance and wellbeing support
• Employee discounts and benefits