We are seeking four experienced Disrepair Surveyors to join a busy Housing Disrepair Team on a temporary basis, supporting the delivery of high-quality housing standards across a large social housing portfolio. This is a specialist role requiring strong technical surveying expertise, particularly in housing disrepair, damp and mould, HHSRS and expert witness reporting . You will undertake detailed technical investigations, coordinate specialist surveys, oversee complex repair cases and produce robust evidence and reports suitable for legal proceedings. You will also work closely with residents, contractors, insurers and internal stakeholders to ensure appropriate remedial action is identified and delivered. Key Responsibilities Conduct thorough CPR 35 inspections and prepare compliant expert witness reports, managing a minimum caseload of approximately three surveys/reports per week. Investigate complex building defects, including damp, mould, mechanical ventilation and psychrometric conditions, using appropriate specialist equipment. Identify appropriate remedial solutions and prepare specifications, Bills of Quantities and contract documentation. Manage complex reactive repairs and capital works from initial investigation through to completion and sign-off. Assess repair requirements, monitor works, manage variations and undertake post-inspection sign-offs. Work collaboratively with residents, contractors, legal representatives, insurers and internal teams. Communicate technical findings clearly and sensitively, particularly when dealing with vulnerable residents and complex housing conditions. Apply a resident-focused and trauma-informed approach throughout the inspection and case management process. Ensure compliance with relevant health and safety requirements, including HHSRS, CDM, COSHH, Health & Safety at Work legislation and DDA requirements. Support insurers and assessors in determining appropriate settlement figures and resolving claims. Manage repair budgets and cost assessments using Schedule of Rates (SOR). Maintain accurate case records and inspection information using relevant mobile, surveying and property management systems. Essential Requirements Qualifications & Professional Membership HNC in Building Studies, Construction or an equivalent qualification. Membership of a relevant professional body such as RICS, CIOB, CIEH, CABE or IOSH. Experience & Technical Knowledge Minimum 2 years' professional experience in housing disrepair surveying, ideally involving Expert Witness responsibilities. Experience within the public or private housing sector. Strong practical knowledge of the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS). Detailed understanding of housing disrepair legislation, legal protocols and CPR 35 Practice Direction. Demonstrable experience investigating damp, mould, ventilation and other complex building defects. Experience preparing technically robust reports and evidence for legal or claims-related purposes. Experience developing specifications, Bills of Quantities and remedial works proposals. Ability to manage complex repair cases from initial inspection through to completion. Proficiency with handheld technology, mobile surveying applications and PC-based property/repair management systems. Key Competencies We are looking for candidates who demonstrate: Strong technical and analytical surveying capability. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Confidence presenting technical evidence and explaining findings clearly. Ability to manage difficult and sensitive conversations. Strong attention to detail and evidence-based decision-making. Effective case and workload management. Commercial awareness and understanding of repair costs. A professional, resident-focused approach. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with wider teams. Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Disrepair Surveyor / Expert Witness to work on a significant social housing portfolio and contribute directly to improving housing conditions, protecting resident safety and reducing legal and financial exposure associated with housing disrepair. If you have strong experience in housing disrepair, HHSRS, CPR 35 reporting and technical defect investigation, we would be keen to hear from you. Apply now with your CV and relevant experience.
Aug 23, 2026
Contractor
We are seeking four experienced Disrepair Surveyors to join a busy Housing Disrepair Team on a temporary basis, supporting the delivery of high-quality housing standards across a large social housing portfolio. This is a specialist role requiring strong technical surveying expertise, particularly in housing disrepair, damp and mould, HHSRS and expert witness reporting . You will undertake detailed technical investigations, coordinate specialist surveys, oversee complex repair cases and produce robust evidence and reports suitable for legal proceedings. You will also work closely with residents, contractors, insurers and internal stakeholders to ensure appropriate remedial action is identified and delivered. Key Responsibilities Conduct thorough CPR 35 inspections and prepare compliant expert witness reports, managing a minimum caseload of approximately three surveys/reports per week. Investigate complex building defects, including damp, mould, mechanical ventilation and psychrometric conditions, using appropriate specialist equipment. Identify appropriate remedial solutions and prepare specifications, Bills of Quantities and contract documentation. Manage complex reactive repairs and capital works from initial investigation through to completion and sign-off. Assess repair requirements, monitor works, manage variations and undertake post-inspection sign-offs. Work collaboratively with residents, contractors, legal representatives, insurers and internal teams. Communicate technical findings clearly and sensitively, particularly when dealing with vulnerable residents and complex housing conditions. Apply a resident-focused and trauma-informed approach throughout the inspection and case management process. Ensure compliance with relevant health and safety requirements, including HHSRS, CDM, COSHH, Health & Safety at Work legislation and DDA requirements. Support insurers and assessors in determining appropriate settlement figures and resolving claims. Manage repair budgets and cost assessments using Schedule of Rates (SOR). Maintain accurate case records and inspection information using relevant mobile, surveying and property management systems. Essential Requirements Qualifications & Professional Membership HNC in Building Studies, Construction or an equivalent qualification. Membership of a relevant professional body such as RICS, CIOB, CIEH, CABE or IOSH. Experience & Technical Knowledge Minimum 2 years' professional experience in housing disrepair surveying, ideally involving Expert Witness responsibilities. Experience within the public or private housing sector. Strong practical knowledge of the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS). Detailed understanding of housing disrepair legislation, legal protocols and CPR 35 Practice Direction. Demonstrable experience investigating damp, mould, ventilation and other complex building defects. Experience preparing technically robust reports and evidence for legal or claims-related purposes. Experience developing specifications, Bills of Quantities and remedial works proposals. Ability to manage complex repair cases from initial inspection through to completion. Proficiency with handheld technology, mobile surveying applications and PC-based property/repair management systems. Key Competencies We are looking for candidates who demonstrate: Strong technical and analytical surveying capability. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Confidence presenting technical evidence and explaining findings clearly. Ability to manage difficult and sensitive conversations. Strong attention to detail and evidence-based decision-making. Effective case and workload management. Commercial awareness and understanding of repair costs. A professional, resident-focused approach. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with wider teams. Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Disrepair Surveyor / Expert Witness to work on a significant social housing portfolio and contribute directly to improving housing conditions, protecting resident safety and reducing legal and financial exposure associated with housing disrepair. If you have strong experience in housing disrepair, HHSRS, CPR 35 reporting and technical defect investigation, we would be keen to hear from you. Apply now with your CV and relevant experience.
Sheer Jobs Limited is recruiting an experienced Interim Programme Lead - Children's Social Care Transformation to lead a major, high-profile transformation portfolio within a large local authority. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an accomplished transformation professional with substantial experience across Children's Social Care, Early Help and wider Children's Services. The successful candidate will take ownership of the day-to-day leadership and delivery of a complex programme of change focused on improving outcomes for children and families while delivering sustainable service and financial improvement. The Role You will lead a portfolio of complex transformation programmes covering service redesign, corporate parenting, placement sufficiency, safeguarding, early intervention, family services, efficiencies and strategic partnership working. Working closely with senior leadership, you will translate strategic priorities into a coherent and deliverable programme of change, establishing strong governance, managing programme risks and ensuring projects deliver measurable improvements in quality, performance, outcomes and value for money. A significant element of the role will involve financial transformation. You will use data, financial analysis, and service insight to identify efficiencies, improve commissioning and placement outcomes, manage competing priorities, and ensure that transformation activity contributes to wider financial sustainability. You will also provide visible leadership to Programme, Transformation and Project Managers, operating effectively within a complex matrix environment and working across organisational boundaries with senior internal and external stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of a large-scale and high-risk Children's Services transformation portfolio. Develop and manage a prioritised programme of change aligned with strategic and financial objectives. Drive service redesign and sustainable improvement across Children's Social Care and Early Help. Maintain robust programme governance, risk management, performance reporting and benefits realisation. Deliver financial efficiencies through data-led decision-making, cost analysis and service transformation. Lead and develop multidisciplinary programme and transformation teams. Build effective relationships with senior leaders, Members and strategic partners. Drive collaboration across health, education and other agencies to strengthen early intervention and prevention. Ensure transformation programmes deliver measurable improvements for children, young people and families. About You We are looking for a highly credible senior transformation professional with significant experience leading large-scale change within Children's Social Care, local government or a closely related environment. You will have a demonstrable track record of delivering complex transformation programmes that achieve measurable service improvement and financial benefits. Strong programme management, governance, financial and commercial skills are essential. You should bring direct transformation delivery experience, a strong consultancy skill set, and confidence in operating within a senior leadership and matrix environment. You will need exceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to engage senior leaders and strategic partners while maintaining the pace and accountability required to deliver complex change. Experience of Children's Social Care transformation, service redesign, placement/sufficiency programmes, commissioning, early help, financial efficiencies or multi-agency transformation would be particularly valuable. An Enhanced DBS will be required for the successful candidate. Apply This is an excellent opportunity for a senior transformation professional to lead a significant programme of change and make a tangible impact on services and outcomes for children, young people and families. Apply through Sheer Jobs Limited with your latest CV.
Aug 22, 2026
Contractor
Sheer Jobs Limited is recruiting an experienced Interim Programme Lead - Children's Social Care Transformation to lead a major, high-profile transformation portfolio within a large local authority. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an accomplished transformation professional with substantial experience across Children's Social Care, Early Help and wider Children's Services. The successful candidate will take ownership of the day-to-day leadership and delivery of a complex programme of change focused on improving outcomes for children and families while delivering sustainable service and financial improvement. The Role You will lead a portfolio of complex transformation programmes covering service redesign, corporate parenting, placement sufficiency, safeguarding, early intervention, family services, efficiencies and strategic partnership working. Working closely with senior leadership, you will translate strategic priorities into a coherent and deliverable programme of change, establishing strong governance, managing programme risks and ensuring projects deliver measurable improvements in quality, performance, outcomes and value for money. A significant element of the role will involve financial transformation. You will use data, financial analysis, and service insight to identify efficiencies, improve commissioning and placement outcomes, manage competing priorities, and ensure that transformation activity contributes to wider financial sustainability. You will also provide visible leadership to Programme, Transformation and Project Managers, operating effectively within a complex matrix environment and working across organisational boundaries with senior internal and external stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of a large-scale and high-risk Children's Services transformation portfolio. Develop and manage a prioritised programme of change aligned with strategic and financial objectives. Drive service redesign and sustainable improvement across Children's Social Care and Early Help. Maintain robust programme governance, risk management, performance reporting and benefits realisation. Deliver financial efficiencies through data-led decision-making, cost analysis and service transformation. Lead and develop multidisciplinary programme and transformation teams. Build effective relationships with senior leaders, Members and strategic partners. Drive collaboration across health, education and other agencies to strengthen early intervention and prevention. Ensure transformation programmes deliver measurable improvements for children, young people and families. About You We are looking for a highly credible senior transformation professional with significant experience leading large-scale change within Children's Social Care, local government or a closely related environment. You will have a demonstrable track record of delivering complex transformation programmes that achieve measurable service improvement and financial benefits. Strong programme management, governance, financial and commercial skills are essential. You should bring direct transformation delivery experience, a strong consultancy skill set, and confidence in operating within a senior leadership and matrix environment. You will need exceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to engage senior leaders and strategic partners while maintaining the pace and accountability required to deliver complex change. Experience of Children's Social Care transformation, service redesign, placement/sufficiency programmes, commissioning, early help, financial efficiencies or multi-agency transformation would be particularly valuable. An Enhanced DBS will be required for the successful candidate. Apply This is an excellent opportunity for a senior transformation professional to lead a significant programme of change and make a tangible impact on services and outcomes for children, young people and families. Apply through Sheer Jobs Limited with your latest CV.
Director of Public Health & Communities An exceptional opportunity is available for an experienced senior leader to shape public health, prevention and community wellbeing across a complex local authority environment. As a Statutory Director of Public Health , you will provide strategic leadership across public health while also overseeing a broader portfolio focused on prevention, leisure and community wellbeing. Working as part of the senior corporate leadership team, you will influence organisational strategy and drive a place-based approach to tackling health inequalities and improving outcomes for communities. You will work across organisational boundaries and with elected members, health partners, community organisations and regional and national stakeholders. The role requires a confident system leader who can navigate complexity, build strong partnerships and translate strategic ambition into measurable improvements in population health, wellbeing and opportunity. About you You will bring: Significant senior leadership experience within public health, local government or a related complex system environment. A strong track record of influencing at corporate, partnership and system level. Experience leading programmes focused on prevention, health improvement, wellbeing and reducing health inequalities. Excellent strategic, political and organisational judgement. The ability to work effectively with elected members and a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. Proven experience of leading through influence and delivering outcomes through partnerships. Strong communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills. The credibility and presence to operate effectively at local, regional and national level. A forward-thinking and innovative approach to improving services and outcomes for communities. Professional Requirements Applicants must hold appropriate specialist registration, including the GMC Specialist Register in Public Health Medicine with a licence to practise, GDC Specialist List, or UK Public Health Register at specialist level , together with membership of the Faculty of Public Health by examination, exemption, assessment or an equivalent qualification. This is a high-profile opportunity for a strategic public health leader to influence long-term policy, shape innovative approaches to prevention and wellbeing, and deliver lasting improvements for communities.
Aug 18, 2026
Full time
Director of Public Health & Communities An exceptional opportunity is available for an experienced senior leader to shape public health, prevention and community wellbeing across a complex local authority environment. As a Statutory Director of Public Health , you will provide strategic leadership across public health while also overseeing a broader portfolio focused on prevention, leisure and community wellbeing. Working as part of the senior corporate leadership team, you will influence organisational strategy and drive a place-based approach to tackling health inequalities and improving outcomes for communities. You will work across organisational boundaries and with elected members, health partners, community organisations and regional and national stakeholders. The role requires a confident system leader who can navigate complexity, build strong partnerships and translate strategic ambition into measurable improvements in population health, wellbeing and opportunity. About you You will bring: Significant senior leadership experience within public health, local government or a related complex system environment. A strong track record of influencing at corporate, partnership and system level. Experience leading programmes focused on prevention, health improvement, wellbeing and reducing health inequalities. Excellent strategic, political and organisational judgement. The ability to work effectively with elected members and a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. Proven experience of leading through influence and delivering outcomes through partnerships. Strong communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills. The credibility and presence to operate effectively at local, regional and national level. A forward-thinking and innovative approach to improving services and outcomes for communities. Professional Requirements Applicants must hold appropriate specialist registration, including the GMC Specialist Register in Public Health Medicine with a licence to practise, GDC Specialist List, or UK Public Health Register at specialist level , together with membership of the Faculty of Public Health by examination, exemption, assessment or an equivalent qualification. This is a high-profile opportunity for a strategic public health leader to influence long-term policy, shape innovative approaches to prevention and wellbeing, and deliver lasting improvements for communities.
Employer Funding & Risk Lead An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced pensions professional to lead on employer funding, risk and relationship management within a complex public-sector environment. The role will provide expert advice on employer-related pension matters, manage risks including employer solvency and cessation, and oversee significant employer changes such as admissions, mergers, reorganisations and bulk transfers. You will also support the triennial valuation, maintain employer funding data and contribute to the development and implementation of policies and service improvements. You will build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, employers, advisers and external partners, using your expertise to negotiate solutions, manage complex issues and ensure regulatory and financial requirements are met. The role also includes supervising a small team and supporting wider service delivery. About you You will have: At least three years' post-qualification pensions experience, including decision-making and management responsibilities. Strong knowledge of defined benefit pension schemes and pension administration, operational and financial issues. Experience managing client/stakeholder relationships within a complex environment. Proven project management, problem-solving and analytical skills. Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation and influencing abilities. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines. Experience of developing and implementing policies, procedures or service improvements. Good IT skills, including advanced spreadsheet capability. A relevant degree or professional qualification, or equivalent skills and experience. Knowledge of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), database applications and Microsoft Office would be advantageous. This is a senior specialist role offering the opportunity to influence service development, manage significant pension risks and work with a wide range of stakeholders on complex and high-impact issues.
Aug 17, 2026
Full time
Employer Funding & Risk Lead An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced pensions professional to lead on employer funding, risk and relationship management within a complex public-sector environment. The role will provide expert advice on employer-related pension matters, manage risks including employer solvency and cessation, and oversee significant employer changes such as admissions, mergers, reorganisations and bulk transfers. You will also support the triennial valuation, maintain employer funding data and contribute to the development and implementation of policies and service improvements. You will build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, employers, advisers and external partners, using your expertise to negotiate solutions, manage complex issues and ensure regulatory and financial requirements are met. The role also includes supervising a small team and supporting wider service delivery. About you You will have: At least three years' post-qualification pensions experience, including decision-making and management responsibilities. Strong knowledge of defined benefit pension schemes and pension administration, operational and financial issues. Experience managing client/stakeholder relationships within a complex environment. Proven project management, problem-solving and analytical skills. Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation and influencing abilities. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines. Experience of developing and implementing policies, procedures or service improvements. Good IT skills, including advanced spreadsheet capability. A relevant degree or professional qualification, or equivalent skills and experience. Knowledge of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), database applications and Microsoft Office would be advantageous. This is a senior specialist role offering the opportunity to influence service development, manage significant pension risks and work with a wide range of stakeholders on complex and high-impact issues.
We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Procurement Professional to provide commercial and procurement support across public sector projects. The successful candidate will have strong experience in pre-contract activity, procurement, tender evaluation and commercial assessment, with a good understanding of public sector governance and compliance. Key Responsibilities Provide commercial and procurement support across local authority and public sector projects. Lead and support pre-contract and procurement activities, ensuring projects progress efficiently and in accordance with required procedures. Undertake tender evaluations and commercial assessments, providing clear recommendations to project teams. Prepare and review contract documentation and associated procurement information. Apply public sector procurement requirements, including the Procurement Act 2023, to relevant procurement activities. Support effective commercial governance, risk management and value-for-money assessments. Work collaboratively with project managers, consultants, contractors and wider stakeholders. Provide timely commercial advice and identify potential risks, opportunities and cost implications. Support the delivery of projects in a compliant, commercially robust and cost-effective manner. Essential Requirements Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor, Commercial Professional or Procurement Professional within local government or the wider public sector. Strong experience delivering pre-contract and procurement activities. Good working knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023 and public sector procurement compliance. Experience in tender evaluation, commercial assessment and contract documentation. Strong understanding of commercial governance, risk management and value-for-money principles. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary project teams, consultants and contractors. Strong analytical, commercial and problem-solving skills. Ability to provide immediate commercial support and work effectively in a fast-paced project environment. Apply This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Quantity Surveyor or procurement professional to provide immediate commercial expertise within a public sector environment. Apply now with your CV and details of your relevant public sector commercial and procurement experience.
Aug 14, 2026
Contractor
We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Procurement Professional to provide commercial and procurement support across public sector projects. The successful candidate will have strong experience in pre-contract activity, procurement, tender evaluation and commercial assessment, with a good understanding of public sector governance and compliance. Key Responsibilities Provide commercial and procurement support across local authority and public sector projects. Lead and support pre-contract and procurement activities, ensuring projects progress efficiently and in accordance with required procedures. Undertake tender evaluations and commercial assessments, providing clear recommendations to project teams. Prepare and review contract documentation and associated procurement information. Apply public sector procurement requirements, including the Procurement Act 2023, to relevant procurement activities. Support effective commercial governance, risk management and value-for-money assessments. Work collaboratively with project managers, consultants, contractors and wider stakeholders. Provide timely commercial advice and identify potential risks, opportunities and cost implications. Support the delivery of projects in a compliant, commercially robust and cost-effective manner. Essential Requirements Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor, Commercial Professional or Procurement Professional within local government or the wider public sector. Strong experience delivering pre-contract and procurement activities. Good working knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023 and public sector procurement compliance. Experience in tender evaluation, commercial assessment and contract documentation. Strong understanding of commercial governance, risk management and value-for-money principles. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary project teams, consultants and contractors. Strong analytical, commercial and problem-solving skills. Ability to provide immediate commercial support and work effectively in a fast-paced project environment. Apply This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Quantity Surveyor or procurement professional to provide immediate commercial expertise within a public sector environment. Apply now with your CV and details of your relevant public sector commercial and procurement experience.
We are seeking an experienced Data Migration Lead to take ownership of complex data migration activities as part of a major systems transformation programme. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the end-to-end migration of data from multiple legacy systems into a modern target platform, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and full reconciliation across all datasets. This role requires strong technical expertise in SQL, ETL processes, and data transformation , combined with the ability to work closely with business stakeholders, SMEs, and third-party suppliers to define and deliver migration requirements. The environment includes large-scale housing, financial, and operational datasets , often originating from multiple legacy systems with varying levels of data quality and structure. Key Responsibilities Data Migration Delivery Lead the full lifecycle of data migration activities from legacy systems to target platforms Analyse and profile complex datasets across multiple source systems Design and implement data migration strategies, processes, and execution plans Develop and maintain data mapping specifications and transformation logic Ensure alignment with supplier-led migration frameworks and delivery schedules Data Analysis & Design Work with SMEs and business users to gather and define data migration requirements Analyse legacy data structures and define business rules for migration Contribute to the development of target data models and architecture Identify gaps, inconsistencies, and structural issues in legacy datasets ETL & Technical Delivery Design and implement ETL processes using SQL Server, SSIS, or equivalent tools Extract, transform, cleanse, and load data from multiple legacy systems Write and optimise SQL scripts, stored procedures, and data transformation logic Ensure high performance and scalability of migration processes Data Quality & Governance Identify and resolve data quality issues, duplicates, and inconsistencies Define and enforce data validation and cleansing rules Ensure all migrated data meets required quality, integrity, and compliance standards Support GDPR and data protection requirements when handling personal data Testing & Reconciliation Lead unit testing, system integration testing (SIT), and user acceptance testing (UAT) of data loads Produce detailed reconciliation reports comparing legacy vs target systems Support defect resolution and reprocessing of data loads where required Ensure full auditability of migration outputs Stakeholder Engagement Act as primary interface between business SMEs, technical teams, and suppliers Facilitate workshops to define data definitions, mapping rules, and migration scope Communicate complex technical issues in a clear, business-friendly manner Provide regular progress updates and risk/issue reporting Key Skills & Experience Required Essential Proven experience as a Data Migration Lead or Senior Data Migration Specialist Strong background in migrating data from legacy systems into enterprise platforms Advanced knowledge of SQL and relational databases (SQL Server preferred) Experience with ETL processes and data transformation techniques Strong experience in data mapping, profiling, and cleansing Experience working with multiple legacy data sources and complex datasets Ability to work independently and lead migration workstreams Strong stakeholder management and SME engagement experience Desirable Experience in housing, public sector, or asset management systems Knowledge of systems such as Capita Open Housing, Dynamics 365, Unit4, SAP Experience with SSIS, Oracle, DB2, or PostgreSQL Understanding of financial data structures (GL, AR/AP, fixed assets, tenancy data) Experience contributing to data architecture and target system design Personal Attributes Detail-oriented with a strong focus on data accuracy and integrity Logical and methodical approach to complex problem solving Comfortable working in high-pressure, delivery-focused environments Strong communicator with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Proactive, self-directed, and solution-focused mindset What Success Looks Like Successful migration of data from multiple legacy systems into target platform Fully reconciled datasets with zero critical data loss Clear, validated data mapping and transformation logic Strong stakeholder confidence in data quality and migration outcomes Smooth transition through testing, UAT, and go-live phases
May 20, 2026
Seasonal
We are seeking an experienced Data Migration Lead to take ownership of complex data migration activities as part of a major systems transformation programme. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the end-to-end migration of data from multiple legacy systems into a modern target platform, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and full reconciliation across all datasets. This role requires strong technical expertise in SQL, ETL processes, and data transformation , combined with the ability to work closely with business stakeholders, SMEs, and third-party suppliers to define and deliver migration requirements. The environment includes large-scale housing, financial, and operational datasets , often originating from multiple legacy systems with varying levels of data quality and structure. Key Responsibilities Data Migration Delivery Lead the full lifecycle of data migration activities from legacy systems to target platforms Analyse and profile complex datasets across multiple source systems Design and implement data migration strategies, processes, and execution plans Develop and maintain data mapping specifications and transformation logic Ensure alignment with supplier-led migration frameworks and delivery schedules Data Analysis & Design Work with SMEs and business users to gather and define data migration requirements Analyse legacy data structures and define business rules for migration Contribute to the development of target data models and architecture Identify gaps, inconsistencies, and structural issues in legacy datasets ETL & Technical Delivery Design and implement ETL processes using SQL Server, SSIS, or equivalent tools Extract, transform, cleanse, and load data from multiple legacy systems Write and optimise SQL scripts, stored procedures, and data transformation logic Ensure high performance and scalability of migration processes Data Quality & Governance Identify and resolve data quality issues, duplicates, and inconsistencies Define and enforce data validation and cleansing rules Ensure all migrated data meets required quality, integrity, and compliance standards Support GDPR and data protection requirements when handling personal data Testing & Reconciliation Lead unit testing, system integration testing (SIT), and user acceptance testing (UAT) of data loads Produce detailed reconciliation reports comparing legacy vs target systems Support defect resolution and reprocessing of data loads where required Ensure full auditability of migration outputs Stakeholder Engagement Act as primary interface between business SMEs, technical teams, and suppliers Facilitate workshops to define data definitions, mapping rules, and migration scope Communicate complex technical issues in a clear, business-friendly manner Provide regular progress updates and risk/issue reporting Key Skills & Experience Required Essential Proven experience as a Data Migration Lead or Senior Data Migration Specialist Strong background in migrating data from legacy systems into enterprise platforms Advanced knowledge of SQL and relational databases (SQL Server preferred) Experience with ETL processes and data transformation techniques Strong experience in data mapping, profiling, and cleansing Experience working with multiple legacy data sources and complex datasets Ability to work independently and lead migration workstreams Strong stakeholder management and SME engagement experience Desirable Experience in housing, public sector, or asset management systems Knowledge of systems such as Capita Open Housing, Dynamics 365, Unit4, SAP Experience with SSIS, Oracle, DB2, or PostgreSQL Understanding of financial data structures (GL, AR/AP, fixed assets, tenancy data) Experience contributing to data architecture and target system design Personal Attributes Detail-oriented with a strong focus on data accuracy and integrity Logical and methodical approach to complex problem solving Comfortable working in high-pressure, delivery-focused environments Strong communicator with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Proactive, self-directed, and solution-focused mindset What Success Looks Like Successful migration of data from multiple legacy systems into target platform Fully reconciled datasets with zero critical data loss Clear, validated data mapping and transformation logic Strong stakeholder confidence in data quality and migration outcomes Smooth transition through testing, UAT, and go-live phases
