Between us, we're shaping change.

Be Shaping the Future UK is the UK subsidiary of Be Shaping the Future, a well-established pan-European management and technology consultancy. We work with our clients (predominantly global banks, payment providers and other financial institutions) to shape their future through our transformation and advisory consulting services

We work in partnership with our clients across retail and commercial banking, capital markets, cards and payments along with the risk, finance, compliance, IT and operations functions within their businesses. We help clients with: digital transformation, regulatory compliance advice, capital optimisation, product design and go-to market strategy, climate risk and ESG, programme delivery and data transformation.

We are passionate about putting our people first and we are led by a CEO who truly believes in servant leadership, ensuring our employees have the tools, resources, training, development and support they need to succeed. We believe that our commitment to supporting our employees’ personal and professional development creates a unique culture; one that cultivates enthusiasm, passion, energy and a high level of motivation, which ensures we deliver a high quality service to our clients.

To help us grow, we are keen to attract new employees with the talent, passion, discipline, and energy needed to support our clients face the challenges of an increasingly complex and evolving world.

Are you passionate about data and its potential to drive business success? Do you thrive on solving complex data challenges and optimizing data processes? We are seeking a talented and experienced Data Management Consultant to join our team and help our clients unlock the full value of their data assets. As a Data Management Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in providing strategic guidance, implementing data management frameworks, and driving data-driven decision-making across organizations.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with clients to understand their data management needs, challenges, and business objectives.
• Develop and implement data management strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure data integrity, quality, and security.
• Design and optimize data governance frameworks, including data standards, metadata management, data classification, and data lineage.
• Assess existing data management processes and systems, identify areas for improvement, and develop strategies for data process optimization.
• Lead data discovery and profiling activities to understand data sources, data flows, and data dependencies within the organization.
• Define data architecture and data models that align with business requirements and enable efficient data integration and access.
• Implement data quality management processes, including data cleansing, data validation, and data enrichment techniques.
• Provide guidance and support in data integration, data migration, and data consolidation initiatives.
• Collaborate with IT teams to design and implement robust data infrastructure and data storage solutions.
• Develop and deliver data management training programs to educate stakeholders on best practices, data governance, and data privacy regulations.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and data management practices to drive continuous improvement and innovation.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field. Additional certifications in data management or data governance would be a plus.
• Proven experience (X years) as a Data Management Consultant, Data Governance Manager, or a similar role, with a track record of successfully delivering data management projects.
• Strong understanding of data management concepts, data governance frameworks, and industry best practices.
• Proficiency in data management tools and technologies, such as data quality tools, data integration tools, and data modelling tools.
• Experience in developing and implementing data governance strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Solid knowledge of data privacy regulations and compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) and their implications for data management practices.
• Familiarity with data architecture principles, data modelling, and database design concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex data challenges and develop pragmatic solutions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams and effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in SQL, data querying, and data manipulation languages.
• Experience with cloud-based data platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark) would be beneficial.

Join our dynamic team and help organizations harness the power of their data assets. We offer a competitive salary package, a supportive work environment, and the opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of data management.

Note: The above job description is a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications typically associated with this role. The specific duties and requirements may vary depending on the organization or project.