Data Consultant Jobs

Data Consultant jobs are open across financial services, healthcare, retail, and technology, from junior analyst to principal and director levels, with specializations in data strategy, analytics engineering, and business intelligence. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles342+
Top stateVirginia
Top employerDeloitte
Top cityArlington, VA
Work type50% Hybrid
Top industryTechnology

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Insurance Data Science Consultant
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Insurance Data Science Consultant
Earnix
Remote
Compensation & Benefits
Consulting & Professional Services
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
$78k - $142k/yr
51-200

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Data Scientist Consultant with Active Secret Clearance
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Data Scientist Consultant with Active Secret Clearance
Deloitte
Rosslyn, Virginia
Data Analytics
Data Science
$84k - $141k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Data Reporting and Analytics Consultant V
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Data Reporting and Analytics Consultant V
Kaiser Permanente
Portland, Oregon
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$139k - $180k/yr
Bachelor's degree in statistics
10,000+

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Data Reporting and Analytics Consultant II - SQL, DBX, Risk Adjustment
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Data Reporting and Analytics Consultant II - SQL, DBX, Risk Adjustment
Kaiser Permanente
Oakland, California
Business Analysis
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
$84k - $109k/yr
Bachelor's degree in statistics
10,000+

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Data Analyst & Informatics Consultant
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Data Analyst & Informatics Consultant
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Compliance & Risk
Cybersecurity
Data Science
$100k - $108k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor of Science
10,000+

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Data Consultant Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Deloitte32
  • Amazon Web Services26
  • EY11
  • Guidehouse11
  • Veeva Systems9

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software13
  • Consulting & Professional Services9
  • Distribution & Wholesale7
  • Accounting & Auditing2
  • Investment & Asset Management2

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in data consultant jobs.

  • Proficiency in SQL and at least one major BI tool such as Tableau or Power BI
  • Experience translating business questions into data requirements and actionable recommendations
  • Hands-on work with Python or R for data analysis, modeling, or automation
  • Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field such as statistics, computer science, or economics
  • Familiarity with cloud data platforms such as Snowflake, BigQuery, or AWS Redshift
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for presenting findings to non-technical stakeholders

Tips for Your Data Consultant Job Search

Tailor your resume for each vertical

Data consultant roles in healthcare demand different proof points than those in fintech or retail. Swap out project examples and tool mentions to match the industry in each job posting so your resume speaks directly to that hiring team.

Quantify impact beyond accuracy metrics

Hiring managers expect clean data, so listing data accuracy improvements alone won't differentiate you. Tie your work to business outcomes: revenue recovered, decision cycles shortened, or cost reduced, using specific figures from your own projects.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists data consultant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Filter by engagement model before applying

Some data consultant postings are for project-based contract work, others for embedded full-time roles. Identifying the engagement model upfront saves you from advancing through multiple rounds only to find the structure doesn't fit your situation.

Prepare a stakeholder communication example

Interviewers consistently probe how you translate technical findings for non-technical audiences. Rehearse one specific story where you presented a data-driven recommendation to a business stakeholder and influenced a decision, with a clear before-and-after outcome.

Negotiate scope before you negotiate salary

Data consultant offers often include vague deliverable definitions that expand post-hire. Before finalizing any offer, clarify which teams you'll support, how success is measured, and who owns the data infrastructure decisions so expectations are set from day one.

Data Consultant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most data consultants?

The companies hiring the most data consultants right now include Deloitte, Amazon Web Services, and EY, with the largest share of openings in Virginia, New York, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is particularly concentrated in financial services, management consulting, and technology firms that support enterprise analytics transformations.

How many data consultant jobs are remote?

About 88% of data consultant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, making it one of the more flexible roles in the data field. Advisory and strategy-focused sub-areas tend to have the highest remote share, while roles requiring hands-on data infrastructure work or on-site stakeholder engagement are more likely to require an in-office presence.

How do you become a data consultant?

Start by building a foundation in SQL, data visualization, and at least one scripting language such as Python. From there, develop domain expertise in a specific industry like healthcare or finance, since clients hire consultants who understand their business context, not just the tools. A portfolio of end-to-end projects that show stakeholder impact strengthens your candidacy more than certifications alone.

Can you get a data consultant job with little experience?

Yes, entry-level data consultant roles exist, particularly at larger consulting firms that hire recent graduates and train them on the job. Your strongest asset without extensive experience is a portfolio of independent projects or internship work that demonstrates you can frame a business question, analyze data, and communicate a recommendation clearly to a non-technical audience.

What does the data consultant interview process look like?

Most data consultant interview processes include an initial screening call focused on background and communication style, followed by a technical round covering SQL, data modeling, or a take-home case study. Later rounds typically involve a business case presentation where you walk through your analytical approach and findings with a panel that includes both technical and non-technical evaluators.

Where can I find and apply to data consultant jobs?

You can find and apply to data consultant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your background, seniority level, and preferred industry, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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