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About The Role As a Senior Data Consultant HR Tech, you help clients unlock more value from their HR and payroll data. You advise on data strategy, reporting, data quality, and the responsible use of AI, while leading data migration and analytics projects. Working closely with technical colleagues, HR stakeholders, and IT teams, you deliver practical, data-driven insights and solutions in areas such as Equal Pay, employee benefits, and data maturity. In addition, you coach junior and mid-level colleagues and contribute to the further development of Highberg’s HR Tech consulting services and expertise. Apply now Your role as Senior Data Consultant HR Tech Examples of projects and activities you will take on in this role include: You lead data migration projects during the implementation of new HR or payroll systems, advising on data retention, scoping, and ensuring high data quality and tangible business outcomes. You translate complex data-related challenges, such as Equal Pay analyses, employee benefits utilization, or recruitment process optimization, into clear insights and actionable recommendations for management. You advise clients on their data strategy, reporting capabilities, and the responsible use of AI within HR. You contribute to the development of the team’s service offerings and expertise, while coaching colleagues in their professional growth. Who are you? You are an independent and pragmatic data professional with an affinity for HR, payroll, business processes, and IT. You enjoy combining in-depth expertise with client interaction, project leadership, and advisory work. You are hands-on and willing to take on challenges outside your comfort zone when needed. This versatility enables you to make a strong impact in the projects you lead. You recognize yourself in the following profile: You independently lead a data project or workstream and focus on delivering tangible results. You have strong analytical skills and are able to distinguish between key priorities and less critical details. You translate complex data-related challenges into clear insights and practical actions. You communicate effectively with both subject matter experts and management stakeholders. You thrive in a consultancy environment where you take ownership and hold others accountable for their responsibilities. You enjoy sharing knowledge and supporting the development of your colleagues. You have a good understanding of HR processes and recognize that data only creates value when it is connected to business reality. You are curious about developments in data, analytics, AI, and HR Tech. You are AI literate and able to apply AI in a conscious, critical, and responsible way to enhance your work. What are we asking? For this role, we are looking for someone with a strong foundation in data and the seniority to independently lead client engagements. We are looking for: At least 5 years of relevant experience in data, analytics, reporting, data migration, or data quality. Experience with HR, payroll, or workforce data is a strong advantage. Experience leading projects, workstreams, or client engagements. Affinity with HR IT systems such as Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, AFAS, ADP, Visma Raet, or similar platforms. A completed bachelor’s or master’s degree, preferably in Data, Business Administration, Human Resource Management, Information Management, or IT. Fluency in Dutch and English, both written and spoken. A professional, client-focused mindset and a strong drive to deliver results. What are we offering? We offer an attractive and comprehensive benefits package: including a gross monthly salary of €5,500 to €8,000 based on full-time employment, a performance-based bonus, generous vacation days, a learning and development budget, a company car or mobility allowance, and a pension scheme. The best of two worlds: the intellectual sharpness and quality of a high end consultancy firm, combined with the agility and engagement of an entrepreneurial organization. Responsibility, autonomy, and entrepreneurship: from the very start, you take ownership in projects and client work, with plenty of room to take initiative, supported by experienced colleagues. Collaborating in an accessible environment: you work in a setting where decision making is close to the action and ideas quickly gain traction. Flexible working with strong connection: hybrid working is possible, combined with regular moments where we come together for collaboration, knowledge sharing, and team activities such as inspiring sessions and the Highberg Festival. Apply now About Highberg Highberg is a European transformation consultancy. We support organizations in realising their strategic ambitions by combining clear direction with execution. We believe sustainable change happens when deep expertise and human dynamics are in balance. That is why we work closely with our clients, not only as advisors, but as partners in realisation. Our teams combine analytical depth with pragmatism and build solutions that not only work on paper, but above all in practice. About The Team At Highberg, we are proactive, positive, and collaborative by nature. We support one another in learning new things and bringing out the best in ourselves. You will work on complex HR and data-related challenges in teams with diverse backgrounds, expertise, and levels of seniority. You will become part of our HR IT team of approximately 40 consultants, combining deep expertise in HR and payroll with the strength of a broader data and technology practice. We actively share knowledge, collaborate on developing our service offerings, and regularly connect through knowledge-sharing sessions, social events, and company-wide Highberg gatherings. Learn more about Highberg Want to know more? Would you like to learn more about this role or explore other opportunities within Highberg? Please contact the Recruitment Team via [email protected]. Over Highberg Highberg is ontstaan uit negen boutique adviesbureaus, elk met expertise in organisatorische, digitale en duurzaamheidstransformaties. We zijn er trots op een B Corp-gecertificeerd bedrijf te zijn, omdat we ernaar streven om zorg te dragen voor onze planeet, de maatschappij en onze medewerkers. Werken bij Highberg Bij Highberg bevorderen we een ondersteunende en samenwerkende cultuur. Deze cultuur is gebaseerd op onze drie kernwaarden: Be Committed, Be Better en Be You. In 'Be Committed' streven collega's onvermoeibaar naar een blijvende positieve impact op onze klanten, de maatschappij en het milieu. We kenmerken ons door onze ondernemersgeest en onze gezamenlijke inzet voor het algehele succes van het bedrijf. 'Be Better' draait om ons geloof in continu leren en verbeteren, en we bieden je mogelijkheden om te groeien en je te ontwikkelen, zowel persoonlijk als professioneel. We streven naar de hoogste kwaliteits- en professionaliteitsnormen in alles wat we doen. En tot slot, maar zeker niet minder belangrijk, gaat, 'Be You' over het aanmoedigen om jezelf volledig te zijn op je werk, plezier te hebben en diversiteit en inclusie te omarmen. Wij streven ernaar om een persoonlijke band op te bouwen met onze klanten en collega's, en zo langdurige, vertrouwensvolle relaties op te bouwen.

Core Responsibilities

Lead HR and payroll data migration and analytics projects, advising clients on data strategy, reporting, data quality, and responsible AI use. Turn complex HR data challenges into actionable recommendations, while developing consulting services and coaching colleagues.

Requirements

Applicants need at least five years of relevant experience in data, analytics, reporting, data migration, or data quality, along with experience leading projects or client engagements. A bachelor’s or master’s degree is preferred, as are HR, payroll, or workforce data experience and familiarity with HR IT platforms; fluency in Dutch and English is required.

Benefits

• Performance-Based Bonus
• Generous Vacation Days
• Learning and Development Budget
• Company Car or Mobility Allowance
• Pension Scheme
• Hybrid Working