Geospatial Consultant

Geospatial Consultant

Location: Cambridge, UK (Hybrid Working Available)

Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent

About VertiGIS

At VertiGIS, we help organisations unlock the full value of their geospatial data. Our solutions enable customers across utilities, telecommunications, government, infrastructure and commercial sectors to manage assets, optimise workflows and make smarter, data-driven decisions. We combine industry expertise with powerful geospatial technologies to deliver real-world outcomes for our customers.

As we continue to grow, we are looking for a Geospatial Consultant to join our Professional Services team. This is an exciting opportunity for a recent graduate or other early years professional who enjoys solving complex data challenges, working closely with customers, and delivering high-quality geospatial solutions.

This role will be based in our Cambridge, UK head office with direct support and mentoring from experienced team members. Hybrid home working options are available but regular access to the Cambridge office is essential.

The Role

As a Geospatial Consultant, you will work with customers and colleagues to deliver data transformation, migration, integration and quality improvement projects across a range of geospatial domains. This is an excellent opportunity for someone at an early stage of their career who is passionate about geospatial technology, data and problem-solving.

You will support the delivery of customer projects, working alongside experienced consultants to analyse datasets, configure solutions, develop workflows and produce high-quality project outcomes. The role offers exposure to a wide range of industries, technologies and customer challenges, with structured opportunities for learning and professional development.

We use the SFIA framework to assess competencies and expect to appoint this role at Level 1-2, depending on experience, with clear opportunities for progression as your skills, knowledge and responsibilities develop. The successful candidate will work across a range of technologies including VertiGIS, ESRI and FME platforms with full training provided as needed.

Travel to customer locations may occasionally be required. Due to the nature of our work it is essential that candidates are able and willing to obtain and maintain UK Security Check (SC) Clearance.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of geospatial consultancy and data projects.

• Assist with data transformation, migration and integration activities.

• Support the implementation and adoption of VertiGIS and third-party technologies.

• Develop and maintain FME workspaces and automated workflows under guidance from senior colleagues.

• Analyse, validate and improve the quality of geospatial and non-spatial datasets.

• Create technical documentation, reports and project deliverables.

• Participate in customer meetings, workshops and project discussions.

• Collaborate with colleagues to troubleshoot technical issues and deliver successful outcomes.

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and knowledge sharing within the team.

• Support demonstrations, proofs of concept and pre-sales activities where appropriate.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Support demonstrations, proofs of concept and pre-sales activities where appropriate.

• Degree, apprenticeship or equivalent experience in GIS, Geography, Geospatial Science, Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering or a related discipline.

• Understanding of geospatial data concepts and GIS technologies.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.

• Good verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.

• Willingness to work directly with customers and develop consulting skills.

Desirable Skills:

We would be particularly interested in candidates with experience or knowledge of any of the following:

• VertiGIS application configuration and deployment

• Safe Software FME Form and FME Flow.

• ESRI GIS platforms such as ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online

• Spatial databases including PostgreSQL and PostGIS.

• SQL and database concepts.

• Python, R or other scripting languages.·

• Data quality, validation or data governance principles.

• Open-source geospatial technologies.

• Utility, telecommunications, infrastructure or government datasets.

• Data migration, ETL or integration concepts.

• Experience gained through projects, placements, internships or employment involving geospatial or data-focused work.

• Experience with data governance and data quality frameworks

What We Offer:

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

• Professional certification support

• Access to mentoring and career development pathways

• Opportunity to work with industry-leading geospatial technologies

• Collaborative and supportive international team environment

  In addition to... 

• Generous annual leave allowance plus your birthday as a Gifted Day

• Free gym access at our Cambridge office 

• Option to buy or sell annual leave 

• Company Pension scheme

• Group Income Protection scheme and Life Assurance 

• Private Health Insurance and Health Cash Plan 

• Inclusive Fertility and Pregnancy Loss Leave (also accessible to partners)

• Cycle to Work Scheme

• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave 

• Annual Personal Development Allowance

Interested?

Please submit your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your relevant experience and confirming your eligibility for security clearance

Our HR team will be reviewing applications initially, and if your experience and skills seem like a great fit, we'll be sure to connect! 

You can expect a call from the hiring manager to chat about the role, your background, and how you could contribute to our team. Then there will be an interview where you'll also have the chance to:

• Meet some future colleagues

• Ask any questions you have

• If we're not quite the right match, we'll let you know why, so you can continue your job search with valuable feedback. 

Please note that we require that all candidates are able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK.