Lead Data Modeller

Data Modelling Lead

Location: London or Manchester (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Permanent
Seniority: Associate Director Level

About the role:

A leading global consultancy is seeking an experienced Data Modelling Lead to join its growing Data & AI practice supporting major Insurance clients. This is a senior leadership position where you will shape data design, lead teams, engage executive stakeholders, and drive the development of data and analytics capabilities for enterprise-scale transformation programmes.

You will be at the forefront of designing domain-oriented, business-facing data models that underpin advanced analytics, AI solutions, enterprise data strategies, and major modernisation programmes across the Insurance sector.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead the design and delivery of business-facing data models for Insurance transformation initiatives.
* Conduct workshops and analyse business/technical environments to derive insights and guide data architecture decisions.
* Define and contribute to end‑to‑end data and analytics architectures.
* Shape strategic roadmaps for Data & AI capabilities and large-scale data modernisation.
* Build and manage high‑performing, multi‑disciplinary data design teams.
* Lead stakeholder engagement at senior level, providing clear and strategic communication.
* Contribute to pre‑sales, proposals and thought leadership for data strategy and architecture offerings.
* Support capability development across the practice, including training, coaching and mentoring team members.

Essential Experience & Skills

* Strong consulting background with experience leading client-facing projects.
* Significant expertise in Insurance functional domains
* Deep knowledge of data modelling, data management, data architecture and enterprise data design principles.
* Experience designing data models, taxonomies, data dictionaries or ontologies.
* Demonstrated ability to engage both technical and business stakeholders to define requirements and outcomes.
* Experience collaborating with solution/data architects across global teams and business units.
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to nurture and develop junior talent.
* Familiarity with key data modelling tools and architecture frameworks.

Why Join:

* Lead high-impact data transformation programmes across the Insurance industry.
* Work with top-tier clients and cutting-edge data platforms.
* Be part of a diverse, inclusive, and highly skilled Data & AI community.
* Shape data strategy at enterprise level and influence major business outcomes.
* Salary up to £110,000
* Discretionary Bonus
* Hybrid working
* And more.