Senior IBM Planning Analytics (TM1) Consultant

About the role

We are seeking a Senior IBM Planning Analytics (TM1) Consultant to deliver enterprise‑grade Cognos TM1/Planning Analytics solutions for clients across the UK. The role is remote‑first, with occasional travel to client sites, and involves partnering with finance teams to design, implement and optimise planning solutions.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver end‑to‑end IBM Cognos TM1/Planning Analytics projects for large organisations.
• Collaborate with finance stakeholders to capture business requirements and translate them into technical designs.
• Configure, install, upgrade and administer TM1/Planning Analytics environments.
• Guide clients through the full project lifecycle, from requirements gathering to post‑implementation optimisation.
• Travel to client sites as needed, with all expenses covered.

Required profile

• Extensive experience delivering IBM Cognos TM1/Planning Analytics solutions in complex, global enterprises.
• Strong understanding of finance, budgeting, forecasting and reporting processes.
• Proven ability to engage senior finance stakeholders and communicate technical concepts clearly.
• Consultancy or in‑house background with a track record of successful project delivery.
• Preferably ACCA or CIMA qualified (or part‑qualified) and eligible for Security Clearance (SC) where required.

Required skills

• IBM Cognos TM1
• IBM Planning Analytics

What we offer

• £600 per day PAYE (Inside IR35).
• Initial 6‑month contract with strong potential to extend.
• Remote working with fully expensed travel to client sites.