Data Migration Lead - Data Transformation - London

What you will be doing

• Analyse source and target data structures to understand differences, dependencies and risks
• Define and document data mapping, transformation and reconciliation rules
• Support the Business Architect in performing detailed data analysis to inform migration design
• Identify data quality issues and support the definition and execution of data cleansing and remediation plans
• Contribute to the definition of the overall data migration approach, including sequencing, dependency management and cutover considerations
• Produce clear migration specifications, validation rules and test data to support delivery and testing
• Support data migration testing activities, including reconciliation, issue investigation and resolution
• Assist in specifying data reporting and data quality requirements for migration and post‑migration states
• Provide input into operational data ownership, controls and post‑migration monitoring arrangements
• Work within programme governance structures, supporting mobilisation and ongoing delivery

What we are looking for

• Strong experience working as a Data Migration Lead or similar role on complex transformation programmes
• Proven experience analysing source and target data models and supporting migration design
• Hands‑on experience defining data mappings, transformation logic and reconciliation rules
• Experience identifying and addressing data quality issues within large or complex datasets
• Practical involvement in data migration testing, validation and issue resolution
• Understanding of migration sequencing, cutover planning and deployment considerations
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with attention to detail
• Ability to collaborate effectively with architects, delivery teams and business stakeholders
• Comfortable operating in environments with multiple systems, datasets and dependencies
• Experience contributing to data‑led or platform‑based transformation initiatives
• UK‑based and able to travel onsite 1 to 2 days per week
• Experience working on large‑scale data transformation or system replacement programmes
• Exposure to data governance, data ownership or post‑migration monitoring models

Nice to haves

• Background in media, rights management or related creative industries
• Experience operating within consultancy‑led or multi‑supplier delivery environments

About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Global

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Global (VP) is a talent consultancy established in 2014 to support top-tier clients in building their talent pipeline. VP provides opportunities for all, hiring exceptional, diverse talent who are supported and developed throughout their career journey at VP, enabling them to be highly effective in their roles. We partner with our clients to create opportunities for individuals to launch into fulfilling and rewarding careers in the industries we serve and deliver a future-ready workforce to our clients. Our unique model delivers continuous formal training, personal development and mentoring to create a driven, high-calibre, highly skilled workforce that is empowered to add value to our clients from the outset. Our head office is in London, but we work with clients globally. We currently have teams in London, Manchester, Newcastle, Belfast, Warsaw, Wroclaw and are expanding into the US and Asia. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Global is a fully committed inclusive employer. We are passionate about attracting diverse talent, and welcome applications regardless of ethnicity, culture, age, gender, nationality, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.

Things you need to know

• To apply, you’ll need to provide us with a CV and answer a few initial questions.
• We’d like to make you aware that if you have not heard back from us within three weeks of the date of application that we will not be progressing your application.