About this role
Data Analytics – Principal Consultant
Location: London (Hybrid) | Practice Area: Data & Analytics | Type: Permanent
Champion innovation. Grow capabilities. Deliver real-world outcomes.
The Role
As a Data Analytics Principal Consultant, you’ll take a central role in supporting the continued growth of Capco’s UK Data Practice. You'll lead complex data and analytics programmes across the financial services sector while mentoring talent, guiding clients and driving innovation across topics such as Cloud, AI and Machine Learning.
What You’ll Do
Deliver cutting-edge data transformation initiatives across top-tier financial institutions
Provide leadership and mentoring to data consultants, helping shape career development
Build strong client relationships and lead data propositions and sales opportunities
Engage with technical and non-technical stakeholders to champion data literacy and adoption
Represent Capco’s Data Practice in the market to enhance visibility and develop partnerships
What We’re Looking For
Minimum 5 years of experience in a consulting or senior management role
Deep knowledge of data and analytics disciplines such as data quality, governance, BI and ML
Strong stakeholder engagement skills, from C-suite through to delivery teams
Experience designing and executing complex data programmes within Financial Services
Ability to operate across multiple workstreams while developing internal capability
Bonus Points For
Prior experience in business development or pre-sales within a consultancy environment
Hands-on familiarity with modern data science, MLOps or AI operationalisation
Knowledge of data ethics, AI governance or analytics operating models
Change management or business analysis experience within large transformation programmes
Confidence in navigating both technical and strategic client discussions
Why Join Capco
Deliver high-impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions
Work in a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting culture
Access continuous learning, training, and industry certifications
Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services
Help shape the future of digital transformation across FS & Energy.
We offer a competitive, people-first benefits package designed to support every aspect of your life:
Core Benefits: Discretionary bonus, competitive pension, health insurance, life insurance and critical illness cover.
Mental Health: Easy access to CareFirst, Unmind, Aviva consultations, and in-house first aiders.
Family-Friendly: Maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, plus paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause and bereavement.
Family Care: 8 complimentary backup care sessions for emergency childcare or elder care.
Holiday Flexibility: 5 weeks of annual leave with the option to buy or sell holiday days based on your needs.
Continuous Learning: Minimum 40 Hours of Training Annually: Take your pick - workshops, certifications, e-learning - your growth, your way. Also, Business Coach assigned from Day One: Get one-on-one guidance to fast-track your goals and accelerate your development.
Healthcare Access: Convenient online GP services.
Extra Perks: Gympass (Wellhub), travel insurance, Tastecard, season ticket loans, Cycle to Work and dental insurance.
Inclusion at Capco
We’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible and straightforward for everyone. If you need any adjustments at any stage, just let us know – we’ll be happy to help. We value each person’s unique perspective and contribution. At Capco, we believe that being yourself is your greatest strength. Our #BeYourselfAtWork culture encourages individuality and collaboration – a mindset that shapes how we work with clients and each other every day.
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Other facts
About Capco
Capco, a Wipro company, is a global technology and management consultancy specializing in driving digital transformation in the financial services industry. With a growing client portfolio comprising of over 100 global organizations, Capco operates at the intersection of business and technology by combining innovative thinking with unrivalled industry knowledge to deliver end-to-end data-driven solutions and fast-track digital initiatives for banking and payments, capital markets, wealth and asset management, insurance, and the energy sector. Capco’s cutting-edge ingenuity is brought to life through its Innovation Labs and award-winning Be Yourself At Work culture and diverse talent.
What you'll do
- As a Data Analytics Principal Consultant, you will lead complex data and analytics programs across the financial services sector while mentoring talent. You will also engage with clients to drive innovation and enhance data literacy.
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