Job Vacancy Data Management Consultant

Key Responsibilities for the Data Management Consultant role* Work independently or as part of a team to understand the data management capabilities required to satisfy client business goals and objectives, and translate these into appropriate target operating models, architectures and roadmaps* Work independently or as part of a team to perform data management maturity assessments and develop recommendations for clients to address deficiencies* Work independently or as part of a team to develop client business cases for data management initiatives* Work independently or as part of a team to recommend appropriate approaches and frameworks for data governance, master data management and data * Work as part of a team to develop the high-level architecture for data-centric business solutions such as single-view (master data management) or insight/analytics solutions* Supporting the development of client bids and presentations of proposals* Develop trusted relationships with clients to generate further sales opportunities for self and others?Essential SkillsProven expertise in two or more of the following areas:* Data Governance* Master Data Management* Data Quality Management - Key* Data Migration* Data Integration* Data Architecture & ModellingKnowledge of established Data Management frameworks and best practice approaches.Desirable SkillsProven expertise in any of the following areas:* Information and Data Strategy* Business Case Development for Data Management Initiatives* Data Management Frameworks and Assessments* Data Migration Strategy & Implementation Planning* Business Change Management* Data Protection Legislation and Regulations* Technology Options Appraisal* Experience of working with Central or Local GovernmentPerson specification - Essential* Strong client focus, committed to providing high-quality services and solutions * Relates well to others, effective at relationship and stakeholder management* Excellent communication and presentation skills with impact and clarity* Works well when part of a team pursuing a common goal* Adaptable to changing business and client needs, positively using any feedback that may be provided * Proactive in seeking new business opportunities for self and others* Comfortable planning/prioritizing work and reporting progress* Willingness to travel to work at client sites across the UK and beyond, flexible about short and longer-term engagements* Self-starting with a positive \"can-do\" approach, facing unexpected challenges enthusiastically and finding opportunities to deliver successful outcomes for clients* Keen to learn and contribute to the development of Consultancy capabilitiesPerson specification - Desirable* A track record of delivering data-centric solutions* Experience of working within the consulting industryCertifications - Desirable* DAMA Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP)* TOGAF (The Open Group Architecture Framework)LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds.Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.