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This podcast will cover a range of topics such as finding data talent, and AI training. We will also discuss more advanced subjects like assessing the value of your data team, identifying biases in AI and addressing pay gaps in Data and AI.

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Dive deep into the world of AI, data, and analytics

Episode 21: GenAI breakthroughs, roadblocks and what to learn next

Episode 20: How Incrementality and MMM Are Changing Marketing Analytics

Episode 19: How AI Innovation & Hiring Are Evolving Hand in Hand

Exclusive! Harnham to 15,000: The Shift to Personalisation

Episode 18: Beyond the Numbers: Humanising Your Customer Data

Episode 17: Bridging the Consumer Experience Gap: What Brands Get Wrong

Episode 16: The Past, Present, and Future of Experimentation

Episode 15: Utilising Data for Market Fit

Episode 14: Geospatial Analytics – Past, Present and Future

Episode 13: Democratising Data

Episode 12: How to Build and Retain High-Performing Analytics Teams

Episode 11: Leading with a People-First Approach: Navigating Growth in Data and AI

Episode 10: From Payday Lending to AI: Navigating the Credit Risk Landscape

Episode 9: The State and Future of AI

Episode 8: The Next Data Wave: Emerging Trends in Data Management and Governance

Episode 7: Futurecast: Skillsets, Decisions, and the Role of AI

Episode 6: Getting Into the Data Industry Without a STEM Degree

Episode 5: Diversity Equity & Inclusion – How Data Leaders Can Take Action

Episode 4 – Key Findings from Harnham’s 2023 US Data & AI Salary Guide

Episode 3: Key Findings from Harnham’s 2023 UK Data & AI Salary Guide

Episode 2 – Data Literacy (with Waseem Ali & David Reed)

Episode 1 – Quantifying the Benefit of Data (with Waseem Ali & Craig Civil)

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Digital Product Insights Lead

London

£70000 - £80000

+ Advanced Analytics & Marketing Insights

Permanent
London

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DIGITAL PRODUCT INSIGHTS LEAD

UP TO £80,000 + CAR ALLOWANCE + BONUS (UP TO 20%)
HYBRID – 3x A WEEK LONDON

Please note: you must have full UK right to work and be able to commute to both office locations three times per week.

ABOUT THE BUSINESS

This organisation is a long-established UK services brand undergoing a major digital transformation. With a strong presence across web and app channels, the business is investing heavily in analytics, modern data platforms, and digital product capability to improve customer experiences and drive commercial performance. The company operates large-scale digital customer journeys with significant traffic volumes, making data central to decision-making across product, marketing, operations, and service design.

THE TEAM

You’ll join the Data & Analytics function, which is structured into several specialist groups including:

  • Digital & Customer Operations Analytics
  • Tagging & Tracking
  • Data Engineering
  • Insights, BI & Visualisation

This role sits within a cross-functional environment that works agnostic of product, supporting insight generation across digital journeys, product performance, and customer behaviour. You’ll lead a small team of analysts focused on digital insight and optimisation, working closely with data science, engineering, and product teams. The culture is collaborative, technically strong, and commercially focused – ideal for someone who enjoys blending analytical depth with strategic influence.

THE ROLE

This position leads the insight agenda across digital channels, customer journeys, and product experiences. You’ll shape how data is used to inform decisions, guide digital strategy, and drive engagement and retention across web and app platforms. It’s a leadership-focused role that blends hands-on analytical direction with strategic ownership of digital insight.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading insight generation for digital journeys, funnel performance, and product behaviour.
  • Delivering prescriptive and predictive insights that influence product, commercial, and operational decisions.
  • Developing forecasting models and deep-dive funnel analysis to understand conversion drivers.
  • Segmenting mobile app users to identify patterns in usage, engagement, and retention.
  • Supporting retention strategies through data-driven recommendations across push, email, and in-app activity.
  • Collaborating with data science on predictive modelling (e.g., behavioural modelling, risk likelihood).
  • Ensuring data quality and readiness in partnership with engineering and tagging teams.
  • Leading and developing a team of digital analysts, providing coaching, direction, and technical guidance.

TECHNICAL ENVIRONMENT

  • Tools: SQL, GA4, BigQuery
  • Languages: Python, R
  • Focus Areas: Digital analytics, predictive modelling, product behaviour, insight generation
  • No tagging responsibilities – handled by a specialist team
  • Leadership-first role, but with enough technical depth to guide high-quality analysis

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Essential:

  • Experience in analytics, digital insights, or data science.
  • Strong background in digital analytics, predictive modelling, or behavioural insights.
  • Ability to translate complex analytical outputs into clear business recommendations.
  • Experience managing or mentoring analysts.
  • Comfortable working across app and web journeys, particularly around engagement and retention.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at multiple levels.
  • High energy, proactive mindset, and the ability to bring momentum to projects.

Desirable:

  • Experience with statistical modelling in Python or R.
  • Knowledge of designing and evaluating A/B tests.
  • Familiarity with customer segmentation, cohort analysis, and forecasting frameworks.

WHY APPLY?

  • Shape the digital insights strategy for a major UK brand undergoing significant digital investment.
  • Lead a capable team and work closely with high-performing analytics, engineering, and product groups.
  • Work across large-scale digital journeys with rich behavioural data.
  • Play a key role in informing product decisions, driving engagement, and improving customer experiences

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Scrum Master

Amsterdam

€69505.38 - €86881.73

+ Data Engineering

Permanent
Amsterdam, North Holland

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Scrum Master – Global Law Firm | Amsterdam Zuid

Location: Amsterdam Zuid, Netherlands
Contract: Full-time, Hybrid Work Model
Industry: Legal Services / Technology
Team: Digital Transformation & IT Delivery

Our client, a prestigious global law firm, is seeking an experienced Scrum Master to support their expanding digital transformation function in Amsterdam Zuid. This is an exciting opportunity for an agile professional who is passionate about coaching high-performing teams and driving continuous improvement within a complex, international environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Facilitate core Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, retrospectives, daily stand-ups, and backlog refinement

  • Remove impediments and cultivate a collaborative, self-managing team environment

  • Coach product owners and business stakeholders to enhance agile delivery outcomes

  • Ensure transparency of workflows using agile metrics and reporting

  • Contribute to the advancement of agile maturity across global teams

  • Promote innovative digital solutions, including legal technology and process automation

Candidate Profile

  • 3+ years’ proven experience as a Scrum Master or Agile Delivery Coach

  • Strong communicator with excellent stakeholder engagement skills

  • Previous experience within complex, regulated industries (professional services, finance, tech, or legal advantageous)

  • Well-versed in agile delivery tools such as Jira or Azure DevOps

  • Relevant agile certifications (PSM, CSM, SAFe, or equivalent) are beneficial

  • Fluent English required; Dutch language skills a plus

What’s On Offer

  • Based in the vibrant Amsterdam Zuid business district with excellent transport access

  • Hybrid working and a strong focus on work-life balance

  • Exposure to global projects and innovative digital transformation initiatives

  • Collaborative, inclusive workplace culture within a world-leading law firm

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Data Engineer

London

£60000 - £75000

+ Data Engineering

Permanent
London

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Data Engineer
Remote (Occasional Travel to Birmingham)
Up to £75,000 + Benefits (12 Months FTC)

Are you a hands-on Data Engineer who enjoys building, maintaining, and optimising modern data systems? We’re working with a well-established UK business currently going through a major transition period, and they’re looking for a Data Engineer to help ensure their data platforms, models, and pipelines continue to run smoothly during this exciting phase of change.

This is a home-based role with occasional travel to Birmingham – ideal for someone who enjoys autonomy, technical variety, and the satisfaction of keeping complex data systems reliable and efficient.

Why this role?

  • Work across a modern data stack – from ingestion to visualisation – using Python, SQL, Meltano, and Power BI.

  • Join a small, high-impact team supporting pricing, revenue, and market analytics.

  • Play a key role in maintaining and optimising the business’s data warehouse and dynamic pricing model.

  • Gain exposure to Azure cloud, containerisation, and DevOps best practices.

  • Salary up to £75,000 with flexible, remote-first working.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Managing and maintaining a Python-based data warehouse, ensuring reliable data ingestion and transformation.

  • Developing and monitoring data pipelines using Meltano and orchestration tools like Dagster or Airflow.

  • Designing and optimising SQL transformations (DBT experience a plus).

  • Working within Azure cloud infrastructure following Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) principles.

  • Managing Power BI semantic models, DAX measures, and data ingestion from the warehouse.

  • Maintaining and improving the existing Python-based dynamic pricing model and web scraping tools.

What we’re looking for:

  • Experience across a modern data stack for ETL/ELT processes and data warehousing.

  • Strong SQL and Python skills, with an understanding of Kimball-style data modelling.

  • Experience with DBT, Dagster, or Airflow for transformation and orchestration.

  • Hands-on experience with Azure (preferred), or other cloud environments (GCP/AWS).

  • Familiarity with Git-based version control, CI/CD, and DevOps principles.

  • Strong understanding of Power BI and DAX for building analytical models.

  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Package & Benefits:

  • Salary up to £75,000.

  • Remote-first role with occasional travel to Birmingham.

  • Opportunity to work across a diverse tech stack and business-critical systems.

  • Collaborative, supportive environment with real autonomy.

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Head of Data Engineering (Azure)

£110000 - £130000

+ Data Engineering

Permanent
Kent

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Head of Data Engineering

Hybrid – Kent (3 Days per Week)

Up to £130,000 + 30% Bonus + Benefits

Are you an experienced data leader ready to take ownership of a large-scale data transformation? We’re working with a leading UK financial services group that’s on a major journey to modernise its data estate – and they’re looking for a Head of Data Engineering to lead the migration from on-premise to a modern, Azure-based cloud platform.

This is a high-impact leadership role, ideal for someone who combines strategic vision with hands-on technical credibility and thrives on building, scaling, and delivering enterprise-grade data solutions.

Why this role?

  • Lead the migration of legacy on-premise systems to Azure, driving one of the organisation’s most strategic technology programmes.
  • Shape and execute the data engineering roadmap, delivering scalable, secure, and compliant data solutions.
  • Build and mentor a high-performing engineering team, embedding modern cloud-first practices.
  • Hybrid flexibility: 3 days per week in the Kent office, with the rest remote.
  • Excellent package: up to £130,000 + 30% bonus and comprehensive benefits.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Leading the end-to-end migration from on-prem to Azure, defining architecture, governance, and delivery best practices.
  • Designing, developing, and optimising data pipelines, integration frameworks, and ETL processes in Azure.
  • Building and maintaining scalable solutions using Azure Data Lake, Synapse, Data Factory, and Databricks.
  • Establishing robust data governance, quality, and lineage frameworks across all environments.
  • Collaborating closely with data architecture, analytics, and IT to ensure a seamless transition and platform stability.
  • Managing delivery across multiple workstreams, ensuring projects are on time, within budget, and high quality.
  • Developing team capability – coaching engineers and fostering a culture of innovation and ownership.
  • Presenting updates and strategic insights to senior leadership and executive stakeholders.

What we’re looking for:

  • Proven track record leading data engineering teams through large-scale transformations.
  • Strong, hands-on understanding of Azure data services – e.g. Synapse, Data Factory, Data Lake, Databricks, Purview.
  • Direct experience migrating from on-premise environments to Azure, ideally within a regulated or financial services context.
  • Deep technical knowledge of data architecture, ETL/ELT, and data modelling.
  • Excellent coding skills in SQL and Python, with experience implementing DevOps for data and CI/CD.
  • Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement – able to translate technical progress into business outcomes.
  • Strategic thinker with a delivery mindset and the ability to influence at senior levels.

Nice-to-haves:

  • Experience with Snowflake or hybrid multi-cloud data solutions.
  • Familiarity with banking or financial data frameworks such as BCBS239 or IRB.
  • Background in agile delivery and infrastructure automation using Terraform or similar.

Package & Benefits:

  • Salary up to £130,000 + 30% annual bonus.
  • Hybrid working – 3 days per week in Kent office.
  • Private medical insurance, life assurance, and pension scheme.

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Scrum Master

Bristol

£80000 - £85000

+ Data Engineering

Permanent
Bristol

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Scrum Master
Bristol
£80,000 – £85,000 + Benefits (inc. bonus)
*2 days per week in office

THE COMPANY

Harnham has partnered with a global law firm to hire a Scrum Master in Bristol. You will join a global data and IT department of 40+ people, centred around Bristol and Amsterdam (with offices across Europe, North America, the Middle East and Asia.

THE ROLE

As Scrum Master, you will:

  • Work closely with data, platform, service desk and EUC members of the business
  • Support digital, cloud and agile transformation programmes across infrastructure, data and legal technology
  • Focus on improving transparency, collaboration and delivery
  • Coach team members on agile best practice, removing blockers to workflow efficiency

SKILLS AND EXPERTISE

To be considered for this position you must have the following:

  • A minimum of 3 years of commercial experience in a Scrum Master role
  • At least one relevant Scrum certification
  • A strong background in agile principles
  • Excellent communication skills

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please submit your details using the Apply button on this page, or contact Nick Mandella at Harnham.

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Senior Data Modeller

London

£70000 - £88000

+ Data Engineering

Permanent
London

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Senior Data Modeller

Location: London (3 Days a week in office)

Salary: £70,000 – £88,000

Transforming complex financial data into strategic insight, driving innovation, efficiency, and value across large-scale data ecosystems

The Opportunity

This opportunity offers the chance to work on transformative data initiatives within the financial services industry, helping major institutions harness the power of their data to drive innovation and efficiency. The role combines strategic thinking with hands-on technical expertise, developing and implementing robust data models that enable smarter decision-making across complex systems.

You’ll collaborate with industry experts in a dynamic, agile environment that values creativity, inclusivity, and continuous learning. With exposure to large-scale projects and cutting-edge technologies, this position provides a platform to shape how global financial organisations manage and leverage their data.

The Role and Responsibility

In this role, you’ll leverage your consultancy experience to design and deliver robust conceptual, logical, and physical data models that drive transformation across complex financial data ecosystems. You’ll partner with business stakeholders, data architects, and domain experts to translate requirements into scalable data solutions, ensuring alignment with governance and best practices.

The position involves analysing data flows, embedding metadata management, and supporting both structured and semi-structured data, including JSON and XML. Proficiency with Sparx Enterprise Architect, Erwin, PowerDesigner, or Visual Paradigm is key, alongside familiarity with SQL, Python, and financial data standards such as FIBO, FIX, or FpML. Drawing on your consulting background, you’ll bring a strategic mindset, clear communication, and hands-on expertise to deliver value-driven outcomes for clients.

Interview Process

  1. 60 Minute video in talking through skills and content
  2. 60 Minute case study – how to operate in a client facing environment
  3. 30 Minute interview with a Partner (comms/culture)

Bring your consulting expertise, technical precision, and passion for data-driven transformation to a team shaping the future of financial services, apply today!

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3rd line support engineer – Must be dutch speaking

Eindhoven

€60000 - €61000

+ Data Engineering

Permanent
Eindhoven, North Brabant

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Job Advert: 3rd Line Support Engineer – Healthcare Technology

Our client, a leading provider within the healthcare technology sector, is seeking a highly skilled 3rd Line Support Engineer/Technician to join their dynamic and growing IT team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned technical professional who is passionate about supporting critical healthcare systems and eager to contribute to impactful digital health delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Act as the escalation point for complex technical issues across infrastructure, applications, and networking
  • Troubleshoot and resolve advanced incidents related to servers, virtual environments, storage, and end-user technologies
  • Support specialised healthcare systems and adhere to clinical safety/security standards
  • Work collaboratively with 1st and 2nd line teams to ensure seamless service delivery
  • Implement improvements, upgrades, and preventative maintenance across the IT estate
  • Manage stakeholder communication and ensure minimal downtime for essential healthcare services
  • Produce detailed documentation and contribute to knowledge sharing

Skills & Experience:

  • Proven experience in a dedicated 3rd line support role
  • Strong knowledge of Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, and O365/M365 environments
  • Also need someone working with Azure, SQL
  • Expertise in virtualisation technologies such as VMware or Hyper-V
  • Networking knowledge including DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, firewalls, and routing
  • Experience supporting clinical or healthcare applications (desired but not essential)
  • Familiarity with ITIL frameworks and ticketing systems
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to work under pressure while maintaining high accuracy and compliance

Why This Role?

  • Opportunity to directly support solutions that improve patient care and operational delivery within healthcare
  • Career growth through exposure to advanced technologies and continuous project work
  • Supportive environment focused on professional development and innovation

This is a fantastic chance for someone who thrives in a technically challenging environment and wants to make a real difference in the healthcare sector. Candidates with a passion for supporting mission-critical services and delivering exceptional results will excel in this role.

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Senior Insight Analyst

£45000 - £55000

+ Advanced Analytics & Marketing Insights

Permanent
West Midlands

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Senior Insight Analyst

Location: West Midlands (3 days per week)

Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 + benefits

An established UK leader in the industrial distribution space is seeking a Senior Insight Analyst to join its growing Business Transformation team. This role sits at the heart of a business currently modernising its data and reporting landscape, offering the opportunity to influence decision-making across sales, marketing, finance, supply chain, and operations.

You’ll play a key role in translating complex data into actionable insight – exploring pricing, rebate performance, cost-to-serve, and ecommerce visibility. Working with modern Microsoft technologies (including Power BI and Fabric), you’ll help shape a cleaner, more unified reporting environment following a major ERP transformation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead analysis on pricing structures, rebate performance, and margin optimisation.
  • Deliver insights across sales, marketing, finance, supply chain, and warehousing.
  • Develop and maintain dashboards and reports using Power BI.
  • Support ecommerce and digital performance analysis, defining key metrics.
  • Partner with finance on reporting, forecasting, and performance measurement.
  • Identify data trends and translate them into actionable recommendations.
  • Communicate insights clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Skills & Experience:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, ideally in a wholesale/distribution setting.
  • Proficiency with Power BI and SQL (experience with Microsoft Fabric a plus).
  • Experience in wholesale, distribution or manufacturing sector.

If you would like to register your interest send your cv or apply below.

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