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Principal Consultant - Data Lead

Location: Remote
Compensation: Salary
Reviewed: Tue, Aug 25, 2026
This job expires in: 25 days

Job Summary

Serving as the senior data leader for Higher Education transformation engagements, the full-time remote Principal Consultant - Data Lead will manage client relationships, oversee project deliverables, and provide hands-on SQL development while advising on data strategy and governance.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead client engagements as the primary data and technical point of contact, ensuring satisfaction and value realization
  • Provide oversight on project scope, schedule, budget, risks, and deliverables while mentoring project team members
  • Develop and advise on data strategies, governance frameworks, and integration architectures for Higher Education clients
Required Qualifications
  • Significant consulting experience leading complex enterprise data initiatives
  • Experience within Higher Education, preferably in Advancement or fundraising
  • Strong hands-on SQL development capabilities
  • Experience with data migration, transformation, and integration processes
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with executive stakeholders and lead cross-functional teams

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