Head of Data Practice (Contract) Contract: Outside IR35 Rate: £500 £600 per day Duration: 3 months Location: UK-based (consulting environment) Overview We are seeking an experienced Head of Data Practice for a 3-month outside IR35 contract. This is a senior leadership role focused on shaping and driving data strategy within a consulting environment, ensuring data is leveraged as a strategic asset across client engagements. The Role You will lead and develop a high-performing data capability spanning data design and modelling, governance and assurance, analytics, and data science. Acting as a trusted advisor to clients, you will provide strategic guidance, oversee delivery of complex data initiatives, and help position data as a core driver of business value. Key Responsibilities Define and lead the data strategy, aligning data capabilities with business objectives Provide technical and strategic leadership across data architecture, BI, analytics, and governance Lead and mentor a team of data specialists, developing capability and driving best practice Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, including C-level clients Support business development and client growth, shaping data-led solutions and proposals Ensure robust data governance, quality, and compliance frameworks Experience Required Extensive experience in technology consulting with a strong focus on data strategy and delivery Deep knowledge of data architecture, BI, analytics, reporting, and data governance Experience leading data teams or practices in consulting or enterprise environments Strong stakeholder engagement skills, from technical teams to senior leadership Proven ability to shape strategic data initiatives and deliver complex programmes This is an excellent opportunity for a senior data leader to step into a high-impact consulting role, shaping strategy while delivering tangible outcomes for clients.