Implementation Manager / Data Migration CGEMJP00336890
Posted Today by Experis
£430 Per day
Inside
Onsite
Coventry, West Midlands
Summary: The Implementation Manager/Data Migration role is a contract position focused on overseeing complex data migration initiatives to ensure secure and efficient data transfer from legacy systems to new platforms. The role requires strong technical expertise in data migration processes and advanced project management skills, along with the ability to manage cross-functional teams effectively. The position is based in Coventry and involves significant stakeholder engagement to minimize business disruption during the migration process.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and manage data migration releases into various environments on the path to production.
- Coordinate data integration and mapping activities with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and Technical Leads.
- Review and update the high-level data migration approach, presenting strategy and progress to governance bodies.
- Lead detailed migration planning, including cutover and communication plans.
- Forecast and secure required migration resources, including internal technical teams and third-party vendors.
- Ensure adherence to governance processes for each migration cycle.
- Prepare for and present at Change Advisory Boards (CAB) and Deployment Reviews.
- Provide inputs for Go/No-Go decisions based on migration readiness.
- Lead the migration team through all phases, ensuring accountability and timely delivery.
- Manage incident resolution during migration cutover and warranty periods.
- Capture lessons learned from each migration cycle and embed improvements into future strategies.
Key Skills:
- Strong technical expertise in data migration processes.
- Advanced project management skills.
- Experience in leading complex data migration initiatives.
- Ability to manage cross-functional teams and stakeholders effectively.
- Prior experience in re-platforming or large-scale data migrations.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to adapt quickly to manage multiple migrations in short timelines.
- Experience with governance processes and Change Advisory Boards (CAB).
Salary (Rate): £432.40/day
City: Coventry
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: on-site
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: IT
Role Title: Implementation Manager/Data Migration
Duration: contract to run until 30/11/2026
Location: Coventry, 3 days per week onsite
Rate: up to £432.40 p/d Umbrella inside IR35
Role purpose / summary
A seasoned Implementation Manager specialising in Data Migration having led complex data migration initiatives as part of system implementations or upgrades. This role ensures accurate, secure, and efficient transfer of data from legacy systems to new platforms while minimizing business disruption. The position demands strong technical expertise in data migration processes, advanced project management skills, and the ability to manage cross-functional teams and stakeholders effectively. The Implementation Manager should be able to engage with Programme team, stakeholders, Change Management, Business and Service Readiness teams to ensure that Bank and customer outcomes are implemented in a safe and secure way:
- Plan and manage data migration releases into various environments on the path to production, ensuring smooth transition and minimal disruption
- Coordinate data integration and mapping activities with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and Technical Leads to align source-to-target migration requirements
- Review and update the high-level data migration approach, presenting strategy and progress to governance bodies or working groups
- Lead detailed migration planning, including: Cutover plans for migration execution Communication plans for stakeholders during migration phases
- Forecast and secure required migration resources, including internal technical teams and third-party vendors
- Ensure each migration cycle (non-prod and prod) adheres to governance processes: Raise and secure approvals for migration change records
- Prepare for and present at Change Advisory Boards (CAB) and Deployment Reviews
- Provide inputs for Go/No-Go decisions based on migration readiness
- Lead the migration team through all phases, ensuring accountability and timely delivery
- Play an active role in live data validation and proving, confirming data integrity post-migration
- Manage incident resolution during migration cutover and warranty periods to minimize business impact
- Secure CAB approval to exit warranty, confirming successful migration and stabilization
- Capture lessons learned from each migration cycle and embedded improvements into future strategies
- Prior experience in re-platforming or large-scale data migrations is highly advantageous
- Maintain control over multiple environment migrations, ensuring consistency and compliance
- Adapt quickly to manage multiple migrations in short timelines, validating strategies and mitigating risks
All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply!