Your part in our mission
Organisations are under increasing pressure to deliver better, more efficient services, powered by data they can trust. Your purpose is to help our clients unlock the full potential of their data by designing and building the infrastructure that makes smarter data-driven decisions faster.
Our structure
At Squarcle, we work in a matrix structure designed to support your growth and success. You'll have a Performance Manager to guide your career development, an Engagement Manager to support your day-to-day project work, and a Capability Lead to ensure best practice across tools, people, and processes. This role sits within our Digital
Capability, where you'll work closely with Jade O'Leary, our
Senior Manager for Data, and report into one of our Engagement Directors. Your Performance Manager and project assignment will be confirmed once your first engagement is agreed.
This is what you'll be doing
As a Data Engineer Manager within our Digital
capability,
you'll be joining us as we build momentum. This means there's room for people to shape how we grow, not just keep up with it. Some of your key day to day activities will include:
* Really getting a deep understanding of client needs and building production data pipelines
* Consulting on best practice and iterating on client feedback
* Collaborating with the Squarcle team to exceed client expectations
* Act as an authority on data engineering practices, lead work initiatives, and mentor junior team members
We'll continue develop and measure your success in the following areas
Each engagement will have a set of deliverables which you will be responsible for. We'll measure your success in the following areas:
* Delivered work to a high standard on client engagements (client and peer feedback)
* Engagement Manager feedback
* Set goals with performance manager that are measurable in line with the above
Where you'll be stretched (and thrive)
* Challenging timelines: Juggling client deliverables alongside building internal capability
* Legacy complexity: Applying modern thinking in outdated system environments
* Consulting reality: Client needs shift, projects pivot, and ambiguity is part of the job
We think you'll love
* Impactful problems: Working on complex challenges that really matter to clients
* Creative freedom: Shaping solutions, experimenting, and making your mark
* Supportive culture: Thriving in a team that's collaborative, friendly, and has your back
This isn't just another consulting role. It's a chance to be part of something growing, ambitious, and meaningful.
The skills you'll need to succeed in this role
* Azure stack essential, e.g. Data Factory, Synapse Analytics, Az Data Lake, Databricks
* PySpark/SQL for ETL
* Real-time & streaming (e.g. Az Event Hub / Kafka)
* CI/CD with Azure DevOps
* Git version control
* Python (data transformation, orchestration, and integration)
How We'll Assess Your Skills
Our interview process for this role will involve three steps:
Step 1: Meet with our Recruitment Manager, Corina. She'll introduce you to Squarcle, the role, and answer any questions you may have about us. We'll be assessing some basic skills for the role and finding out more about your background.
Step 2:
Meet with members of our Data team, Jade and Simon. They'll
ask you questions so you can tell us more about your skills and experience for the role.
Step 3:
Meet with our Head of Digital Services, Kev, and our Digital Transformation MD, Alex. They'll be testing your commercial awareness and leadership skills for the role.
What we offer
We believe great work deserves great rewards. Here's what you can expect as part of the team:
* Generous leave package
* 26 days of annual leave (including your birthday) plus UK bank holidays — increasing to 27 days after three years, and 28 after seven years
* You'll also get five extra days for your five and 10 year anniversaries
* Additional leave for members of the Reserve Forces and CFAV.
* Private medical insurance
* Provided once you've completed your probation.
* Recognition and rewards
* £1,000 referral bonus for successful hires
* Performance related awards
* Milestone and life-event hampers to celebrate life's big moments
* Development & learning
* Annual training week abroad
* Funding for qualifications that benefit both you and the business
* Travel & wellbeing
* Cycle to work scheme
* Discounted travel through funded railcards
* Pension
* Our pension provider is NOW Pensions, pension contributions are 3% employer and 5% employee
We review our benefits regularly to ensure they stay competitive and meaningful - so this list may evolve as we grow.
Our working hours are 8:30am – 5:30pm (with an hour for lunch), Monday – Friday.
About Us
At Squarcle, our people are at the heart of what we do. We're a digitally native supply chain consultancy, helping clients transform how they plan, buy, and operate. Squarcle is a fast-growing SME with offerings across enterprise design and change, supply chain and digital capabilities.
Transforming procurement and supply chains with expert insight, digital innovation and data driven precision, we combine deep supply chain expertise with cutting-edge digital tools and data science to deliver practical, lasting results. Whether it's optimising end-to-end processes, redesigning supply chain networks, improving cost-to-serve, or shaping smarter S&OP strategies - we work side by side with clients to build supply chains that are efficient, resilient, and fit for the future.
Apply now and take the next step toward doing work that matters, with a team that's shaping the future of supply chain consulting.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
This role requires you to obtain a Security Check (SC) security clearance. If it isn't
obtained, or is obtained but with caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role, any conditional offer made to you will be withdrawn. Obtaining SC security clearance can be a lengthy process, and we reserve the right to withdraw any conditional offer made if the necessary security clearance isn't obtained within 6 months. We're unable to offer visa sponsorship.
Nationality Requirements
This job is broadly open to the following groups:
* UK nationals
* Nationals of the Republic of Ireland
* UK nationals who hold dual citizenship (please make us aware during the recruitment process)
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We're committed to creating a diverse environment. We embrace differences and hire based on merit, giving equal consideration to all applications, regardless of gender, background, and race.