Data Migration Lead - Core Banking

Data Migration Lead – Core Banking Transformation Contract: 6 Months IR35: Inside IR35 Location: Remote (UK Based) Rates: Open We are currently recruiting for an experienced Data Migration Lead to support a major Core Banking transformation programme for a leading banking client. This is a 6-month contract opportunity for a specialist who can take ownership of the end-to-end data migration strategy through to execution. The successful candidate will play a key role in defining the migration approach, managing delivery, ensuring data quality, and supporting successful migration outcomes. We are looking for someone with strong experience delivering complex data migration programmes within Banking or Financial Services environments. Experience of specific core banking platforms is not essential; we are looking for proven Core Banking Data Migration expertise and the ability to lead large-scale migration activity. Key Responsibilities Own and deliver the end-to-end data migration strategy and execution plan. Lead data discovery, profiling, mapping, cleansing, transformation, validation, and reconciliation activities. Define migration approach, governance, controls, risks, and delivery milestones. Work closely with business stakeholders, technical teams, architects, and SMEs. Support migration testing, mock migrations, cutover planning, and execution. Ensure strong data quality and accuracy throughout the migration lifecycle. Required Experience Proven experience as a Data Migration Lead / Data Migration Manager. Strong background delivering banking or financial services data migrations. Experience managing complex core banking system migrations. Strong understanding of data migration methodologies, processes, and governance. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Ability to lead migration activity across business and technology teams. Desirable Experience Experience delivering large-scale banking transformation programmes. Knowledge of ETL processes, data migration tooling, and data governance. Experience working within regulated financial services environments. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Data Migration Lead to join a significant banking transformation programme. Remote candidates will be considered