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Bristol
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Data Programme Manager | Leading Consultancy Firm| Bristol (Hybrid)

A renowned consultancy is seeking an experienced Data Programme Manager to lead a major transformation project for a high-profile client in Bristol. This is a hybrid role with an immediate start.

With >10 years' experience managing complex, data-driven programmes-including at least two large-scale transformations-you'll bring strategic oversight, delivery expertise, and a sharp understanding of the full data management lifecycle. You know how to turn business goals into meaningful outcomes through robust data strategy and execution.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead delivery of data platform modernisation, including migration from legacy and on-prem systems to cloud environments

Manage programmes that unify and harmonise data from multiple sources into integrated platforms

Deliver projects end-to-end-from planning and design through to implementation and benefits realisation

Oversee governance, risk management, stakeholder engagement, and overall programme direction

Operate as the bridge between business leadership and delivery teams (technical squads are adjacent, not under your remit)

Promote best practice in data adoption and change management within a complex enterprise setting

Experience Required:

Strong consultancy background with proven client-facing leadership

Demonstrable success delivering large-scale, data-led programmes

Experience driving cloud data platform transformations

Familiarity with tools like Databricks, Power BI, and DevOps is highly desirable

Immediate availability and able to work in a hybrid model with on-site presence in Bristol

This is a high-impact opportunity to deliver meaningful transformation for a major client, backed by the support and reputation of one of the UK's leading consultancies.

Interested? Get in touch to learn more or apply today.

Randstad Technologies Ltd is a leading specialist recruitment business for the IT & Engineering industries. Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business

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