job description

Step into a high-impact leadership role with Stott and May as we spearhead a sophisticated cloud data transformation. This 6-month contract offers the chance to manage a critical modernization journey, moving a complex enterprise environment from legacy systems into a cutting-edge Microsoft Fabric ecosystem. As a central figure in this evolution, you will bridge the gap between technical execution and business strategy, ensuring the organization achieves scalable analytics, robust governance, and superior insight capabilities.

Data Change / Delivery Lead – Azure Fabric Migration

We are seeking an experienced Data Change / Delivery Lead with over 10 years of experience to take end-to-end ownership of a major data migration programme from on-premise Oracle systems to Azure Microsoft Fabric. This role is pivotal in defining the roadmap for modernization, overseeing the transition through the Medallion Architecture layers, and managing the delicate cutover and decommissioning processes. You will lead cross-functional teams and collaborate with senior stakeholders to drive digital adoption and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end data migration and change delivery from on-premise Oracle systems to Azure Microsoft Fabric.
Define and own the migration strategy, roadmap, execution plan, cutover approach, and decommissioning activities.
Manage cross-functional teams across data engineering, modelling, governance, testing, and business SMEs.
Oversee delivery across Medallion Architecture layers (Bronze, Silver, Gold).
Drive governance standards for data quality, reconciliation, lineage, and audit readiness.
Act as the primary interface between business stakeholders, architects, and delivery teams.
Identify and manage delivery risks, dependencies, and issues, ensuring timely resolution.
Lead change management activities to support business readiness and adoption.
Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture, security, and regulatory requirements.
Provide clear reporting on milestones, KPIs, and overall delivery status to senior leadership.

Key Skills and Experience

Strong experience leading data migration and change delivery from on-premise Oracle platforms to Azure Microsoft Fabric.
Experience supporting and delivering cloud data platforms, preferably Microsoft Fabric.
Solid understanding of data warehousing concepts, Medallion Architecture, and analytics ecosystems.
Proven stakeholder management experience across technical and business audiences.
Strong documentation and reporting skills.
Experience operating within regulated or enterprise environments is desirable.

This Leeds-based hybrid role offers a competitive daily rate of £552 (Inside IR35) and requires a professional ready to hit the ground running. You will join a forward-thinking project where your expertise in Oracle-to-Azure migrations will directly influence the long-term data strategy of a major enterprise. If you are a seasoned lead with a passion for Microsoft Fabric and large-scale architectural shifts, we encourage you to apply for this immediate start.

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