Microsoft Principal Data Engineer & Analytics and Data Consultant

About Us:
Our consulting client is a recognized leader in Data & AI, delivering cutting-edge solutions that drive innovation and efficiency for clients across finance, healthcare, and retail. As a Microsoft Advanced Partner, they specialize in implementing transformative data solutions that solve complex business challenges. With a strong team of award-winning professionals, they are dedicated to fostering a high-performing, growth-oriented culture.

We are seeking an experienced Principal Data Engineer & Analytics band Consultant with a background at Microsoft Gold Partner or Advanced Specialised businesses. This role is strictly for Principal/Senior Manager-level professionals who have led enterprise-scale Microsoft Analytics and Data Engineering projects. If you have extensive experience in Azure Data & AI solutions, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want to play a key role in shaping a growing consultancy, we want to hear from you!

Please note: We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role. This opportunity is best suited for applicants from larger Microsoft-focused consultancies who want to become the practice-leading BI /Data Engineering technical resource within a small but growing consultancy business.

Who We 're Looking For:
We need an established Microsoft Data & AI expert with proven leadership experience at a Microsoft Gold Partner or Advanced Specialised business. The ideal candidate will have a strong mix of technical expertise and client engagement skills, with a passion for solving complex data challenges using Microsoft technologies. If you have experience leading projects, driving pre-sales, and mentoring teams, this is the perfect opportunity to take ownership of a high-growth area within a thriving consultancy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement Microsoft Data & AI solutions for clients, ensuring technical excellence and alignment with business goals.
• Lead pre-sales activities, including client consultations, solution demonstrations, and proposals.
• Engage with customers to understand their data challenges and provide expert guidance.
• Oversee project delivery, ensuring successful outcomes and high client satisfaction.
• Stay ahead of emerging trends in AI, data analytics, and cloud technologies to drive innovation.
• Act as a trusted advisor , advocating for best practices in data engineering, analytics, and AI adoption.
• Collaborate with internal teams to enhance offerings and build strategic roadmaps.
• Mentor and develop junior consultants, fostering a culture of continuous learning.

What You 'll Bring:

• Extensive experience at a Microsoft Gold Partner or Advanced Specialised business.
• Expertise in Microsoft Azure Data & AI platforms (Azure Data Factory, Synapse, Databricks, SQL).
• Strong knowledge of data engineering principles , including data modeling, ETL, and real-time processing.
• Experience with analytics solutions (Power BI, Microsoft Fabric, or similar visualization tools).
• Hands-on proficiency in Python, SQL, or R for data processing and analytics.
• Familiarity with AI/ML concepts and frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch.
• Excellent stakeholder management, presentation, and leadership skills.
• Proven track record in delivering complex data projects and leading technical teams.
• Relevant Microsoft certifications (Azure Data Engineer Associate, Azure Data Scientist, or similar) are preferred.

Why Join Us?

• Play a pivotal role in shaping and growing a Microsoft-focused data practice.
• Work on exciting, high-impact projects with top-tier clients.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment that values professional growth.
• Competitive salary, benefits, and potential equity participation in a growing consultancy.
• Opportunity to build and lead a team , with full support from leadership.

Anti-Discrimination Statement:

If you have any questions feel free to reach out to Eldon.Davis@focusedfutures.co.uk or 07790998391 - we are not interested in calls from other agencies or offshore consultancies offering services at this stage.

Anti-Discrimination Statement:

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £90,000.00-£120,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Bonus scheme
• Commission pay
• Performance bonus

Benefits:

• Company car
• Company pension
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• SYNAPSE: 2 years (preferred)
• DataBricks: 2 years (preferred)
• Microsoft Analytics Data Principal/ Senior Manager t: 1 year (required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in London EC1A

Reference ID: Principal Microsoft Analytics & Data and AI Lead Consultant