Senior Data Consultant / Manager
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- Help Universities Unlock the Power of Their Data Remote-first (UK) | Meaningful Work | High-Growth Consultancy | Competitive Salary Bonus Are you driven by the idea of using data to make a real difference? Do you want to step into a role where your work directly improves how thousands of students experience university life? Were looking for a data-minded consultant or manager who wants more than just another transformation role.
This is a chance to join a people-first consultancy thats reshaping how universities use technology and data to operate, innovate and support their staff and students.
If you enjoy blending strategy, problem-solving and hands-on delivery -and you want to do work that actually matters-this could be the perfect next step.
?? Why This Role Is Special Youll make an impact thats immediately visible.
Universities are undergoing major digital change, and data sits at the centre of every decision they make.
Your work will help them improve student experience, streamline processes and unlock insights theyve never had access to before.
You wont be boxed into one area.
This isnt a role where youre stuck writing requirements forever.
Youll influence data strategy, governance, quality, integration, and real delivery outcomes -with the freedom to shape your projects and bring your ideas to the table.
Youll work with senior leaders who want your expertise.
Youll be trusted to advise Heads of Departments and Directors on how to improve their data landscape.
Your voice will be heard, valued, and acted upon.
Youll join a consultancy that actually treats people like adults.
Remote-first.
Low ego.
High autonomy.
Youll be part of a team that collaborates, supports and genuinely wants you to succeed.
?? What Youll Be Getting Involved In Every project is different, but you might find yourself: Helping a university design and implement its data strategy for the next decade.
Using frameworks like DMBOK to guide organisations toward better governance.
Untangling messy data flows so teams can finally trust their information.
Improving data quality, master data, metadata and integration approaches.
Facilitating workshops that turn confusion into clarity.
Delivering real change-not just writing reports-by getting hands-on where needed.
Leading or supporting teams, depending on your seniority.
If you enjoy understanding problems, shaping solutions and seeing them land in the real world, youll feel at home here.
?? Who Will Thrive Here You dont have to be a deep technical specialist-far from it.
You just need to genuinely get data.
Youll be great in this role if you: Have a background in consulting, digital transformation or data-focused change.
Understand the principles of data governance, quality and integration.
Feel confident engaging with senior stakeholders.
Can balance strategic thinking with rolling up your sleeves.
Want to grow, lead and shape the future of a high-performing consulting practice.
Bonus: experience in the Higher Education sector-but its not a dealbreaker.
?? Whats In It For You A competitive salary bonus Real progression, with a clear pathway into more senior roles A say in shaping delivery methods, data capability and internal frameworks A supportive, ambitious team where your ideas matter Work that has genuine social value-positively impacting staff and students nationwide ?? Interested? xjlbheb Lets Talk.
If youre excited by the idea of helping universities unlock the true value of their data-and want a role that blends influence, delivery and real-world impact-wed love to hear from you.