SQL Data Migration Engineer Local Government

Location: London Bridge - Hybrid (1 day per week on-site)

Rate: £450/day (Inside IR35)

Contract: 3-month rolling (extensions expected)

Recruiter: Salt Recruitment - Public Sector Team

Salt Recruitment's Public Sector team is looking for an experienced Database Migration Engineer to join a high-profile Local Government data transformation programme. This is a hands-on technical role, requiring an expert in data migration, SQL Server, and ETL processes to ensure a seamless transition from legacy Access databases to modern database infrastructures.

This project is a key component of the council's digital transformation strategy, aimed at modernising outdated database systems to improve efficiency, security, and long-term sustainability. You will play a crucial role in migrating and optimising data while ensuring minimal disruption to services.

This is not a role for Business Analysts or Project Managers-this position requires a technical expert with experience delivering complex database migrations in real-world environments.

• Lead migration projects from Access databases to SQL Server, SharePoint lists, and other modern platforms.
• Design and implement ETL pipelines for efficient data extraction, transformation, and loading.
• Ensure SQL performance tuning, indexing, and query optimisation for large datasets.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers to align project goals and resolve challenges.
• Ensure data integrity, security, and adherence to governance frameworks.
• Work directly with database technologies, troubleshoot migration issues, and implement solutions.

• Proven experience delivering large-scale database migrations (Access to SQL Server, cloud migrations, SharePoint integration).
• Expert-level SQL skills - T-SQL, SSIS, stored procedures, database administration.
• Strong ETL background - Experience designing and managing data transformation pipelines.
• Cloud knowledge - Experience with Azure SQL, AWS RDS, or other cloud-based database solutions is highly desirable.
• Public Sector Experience - Previous experience working in Local Government, DDAT, or highly regulated environments is a strong advantage.
• Project Exposure - Comfortable working in agile environments, with a strong ability to engage with senior stakeholders and external vendors.

• A high-impact contract role on a critical Local Government transformation programme.
• Hybrid working - 1 day a week in London Bridge.
• Competitive day rate of £450/day (Inside IR35).
• 3-month rolling contract with strong potential for extension.

*Rates depend on experience and client requirements