Data Analytics - Principal Consultant

Capco
City of London
4 months ago
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Overview

Location: London (Hybrid) | Practice Area: Data & Analytics | Type: Permanent

Champion innovation. Grow capabilities. Deliver real-world outcomes.

The Role

As a Data Analytics Principal Consultant, you’ll take a central role in supporting the continued growth of Capco’s UK Data Practice. You\'ll lead complex data and analytics programmes across the financial services sector while mentoring talent, guiding clients, and driving innovation across topics such as Cloud, AI, and Machine Learning.

Responsibilities
  • Deliver cutting-edge data transformation initiatives across top-tier financial institutions
  • Provide leadership and mentoring to data consultants, helping shape career development
  • Build strong client relationships and lead data propositions and sales opportunities
  • Engage with technical and non-technical stakeholders to champion data literacy and adoption
  • Represent Capco’s Data Practice in the market to enhance visibility and develop partnerships
What We’re Looking For
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in a consulting or senior management role
  • Deep knowledge of data and analytics disciplines such as data quality, governance, BI, and ML
  • Strong stakeholder engagement skills, from C-suite through to delivery teams
  • Experience designing and executing complex data programmes within Financial Services
  • Ability to operate across multiple workstreams while developing internal capability
Bonus Points For
  • Prior experience in business development or pre-sales within a consultancy environment
  • Hands-on familiarity with modern data science, MLOps or AI operationalisation
  • Knowledge of data ethics, AI governance or analytics operating models
  • Change management or business analysis experience within large transformation programmes
  • Confidence in navigating both technical and strategic client discussions
Why Join Capco
  • Deliver high-impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions
  • Work in a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting culture
  • Access continuous learning, training, and industry certifications
  • Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services
  • Help shape the future of digital transformation across FS & Energy

We offer a competitive, people-first benefits package designed to support every aspect of your life:

  • Core Benefits: Discretionary bonus, competitive pension, health insurance, life insurance and critical illness cover.
  • Mental Health: Easy access to CareFirst, Unmind, Aviva consultations, and in-house first aiders.
  • Family-Friendly: Maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, plus paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause, and bereavement.
  • Family Care: 8 complimentary backup care sessions for emergency childcare or elder care.
  • Holiday Flexibility: 5 weeks of annual leave with the option to buy or sell holiday days based on your needs.
  • Continuous Learning: Minimum 40 Hours of Training Annually: workshops, certifications, e-learning; Business Coach assigned from Day One for guidance.
  • Healthcare Access: Convenient online GP services.
  • Extra Perks: Gympass (Wellhub), travel insurance, Tastecard, season ticket loans, Cycle to Work, and dental insurance.
Inclusion at Capco

We’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible and straightforward for everyone. If you need any adjustments at any stage, just let us know – we’ll be happy to help. We value each person’s unique perspective and contribution. At Capco, we believe that being yourself is your greatest strength. Our #BeYourselfAtWork culture encourages individuality and collaboration – a mindset that shapes how we work with clients and each other every day.

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