Senior Consultant Data-Driven Work

Digital Transformation – Zoetermeer

About the role
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As a Senior Consultant in data\-driven work, you advise (large) public organizations on this theme and shape this transformation as an external consultant. You provide advice at a governance or management level on the steps organizations need to take to become mature data\-driven entities. Utilizing the comprehensive Highberg model for data\-driven organizations, proven at dozens of government agencies, you acknowledge the breadth of the field and collaborate with fellow experts to advise organizations on a wide range of topics. These range from portfolio management, organizational models, and data literacy among staff to data ethics and architecture. In addition to advisory roles, you contribute to realizing the data\-driven transition as a project or change manager.

Why Highberg
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At Highberg, we turn vision into movement and ambition into reality. We know that real transformation demands more than ideas: it demands people who make them happen. We believe in doing, not just designing. In partnerships built on trust and shared purpose. Our people work as one, combining humanity, strategy, and deep expertise. Because when people and purpose move together, we create change that endures.

We design – then we deliver

We are both the architects and the builders of transformation, making sure plans become reality

Hands\-on collaboration

We work side by side with you. Committed and invested, taking ownership from start to finish

Cross European, locally rooted

We combine international scale with strong local presence in The Netherlands and DACH

Culture as a catalyst

Our culture and way of collaborating are unique, creating immediate impact and driving sustainable results

Your main tasks at \#Highberg
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• Conducting maturity assessments of data\-driven practices and developing roadmaps to advance this theme to the next maturity level, across various (public) organizations such as larger and smaller municipalities.


• Designing the data and analytics organization for a national inspection agency.


• Implementing new analytics methods and processes for a collaborative partnership.


• Advising on and implementing data\-driven work programs, including governance, change management approaches, and communication strategies.

• A communicative person with a good sense of political and administrative situations and a commercial mindset, capable of securing advisory assignments based on content expertise.


• Someone interested in the relationship between the various aspects of data\-driven work (strategy, organization, people, data, and technology) and who knows from experience what does and doesn’t work in the transition to a data\-driven organization.


• Someone with a clear vision of the field and an interest in related areas such as data management, privacy, and ethics.

• A completed HBO (Bachelor’s) or WO (Master’s) degree, preferably in the fields of business administration, public administration, information science or management, and business analytics.


• Several years of experience as a (policy) advisor or consultant in the field of data, or in roles such as data analyst, data scientist, or business analyst.


• Familiarity with (maturity) models in the field of data\-driven work is a plus.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Dutch.

• A competitive salary and excellent benefits including performance pay, provisions for mobility, pension and leave.


• Sincere attention to personal development including coaching by colleagues, access to and wide range of education and training and a personal development plan with matching investments.


• A place within a challenging and growing organization where taking personal responsibility is valued, you have the autonomy and freedom to perform your work flexibly with short lines of communication with colleagues.


• A pleasant working environment with a pleasant and easily accessible office, focus on performance as a team and not on the individual and numerous social activities such as get\-togethers, sports activities and team meetings.

We’re a European transformation consultancy that believes real progress starts with people – their ideas, their energy, their courage to change. Founded in the Netherlands, we’re growing across Europe, bringing together diverse teams united by one ambition: to create lasting impact. Together with our clients, we turn ambition into action and change into enduring results. Curiosity drives us forward, collaboration keeps us connected, and our shared commitment ensures that every transformation becomes something that truly lasts. We move. Together. For lasting impact.

Our application process
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At Highberg, we see applying as a meaningful two‑way conversation. It is about finding the right match for you as well as for us. Our selection process is transparent, thoughtful, and efficient, so you gain a clear understanding of who we are and how we work. Here is what you can expect:

1 Introductory conversation

We start with an introductory conversation to get to know you better. We discuss your background, interests, and motivations, and we also tell you more , our culture, and our way of working.

2 In‑depth conversation

If there is enthusiasm on both sides, you will meet with team members and or managers. We take a deeper look at your experience, ambitions, and way of collaborating, and explore together whether there is a good match with our projects and approach.

3 Case, presentation, or follow‑up conversation

Depending on the role, we may ask you to work on a short case, give a presentation, or have an additional conversation. This gives both you and us a better view of your expertise and way of thinking in practice.

4 Offer and Onboarding

If we are both keen to move forward, you will quickly receive an offer. After that, we provide a warm onboarding experience so you feel welcome from day one and quickly find your way within Highberg.

Want to know more about this role?
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If you have any questions about this vacancy or would like to further discuss opportunities within Highberg, please contact HR – Kelly van der Heijde via kelly.vanderheijde@highberg.com.

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