Full job descriptionReed Technology is partnering with a public sector organisation to recruit a Data Specialist on a 2-year fixed-term contract.
You will work across the full range of data activities, supporting the migration from a private cloud-hosted Microsoft SQL Server system into Dynamics 365. This role combines data migration, transformation, and business intelligence, ensuring high-quality data delivery alongside actionable insights through Power BI.
Key Responsibilities:
*Deliver the end-to-end data migration lifecycle, including extraction, profiling, cleansing, validation, transformation, and loading into Dynamics 365 Sales CRM.
*Translate business requirements into data mapping specifications, aligning legacy data with Dynamics 365 structures.
*Execute and validate data loads using appropriate tools and ETL processes.
*Create and maintain Power BI reports and dashboards to support business insights.
*Collaborate with technical teams and stakeholders to support testing and ensure data quality.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
*Experience in a similar data-focused role, working on data migration, transformation, or ETL activities.
*Strong working knowledge of SQL Server and handling structured data.
*Experience with Dynamics 365 and Power BI.
*Familiarity with data mapping, cleansing, and validation processes.
*Understanding of Microsoft cloud technologies (Azure, Power Platform, Microsoft 365).
*Experience with tools such as Power Query, Azure Data Factory, or other ETL solutions.
*Exposure to test migrations or UAT support.
*Awareness of data quality, governance, and best practices.
*Strong communication skills, with the ability to work with both technical teams and business stakeholders.
Desirable:
*Microsoft certifications (e.g. PL-300, DP-900, DP-300, MB-260)
Benefits:
*2 year Fixed-term contract.
*Salary up to £50,000 / annum (DOE)
*Hybrid working (2 days in the office / 3 days remote)