Contract Data Scientist – Customer Analytics – Outside IR35 | Manchester

La Fosse Associates; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known UK retailer is seeking a Data Scientist to join their growing data science function on a 6-month contract. This role involves designing and deploying ML models for customer-focused projects, with applications in segmentation and marketing attribution. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience, strong Python and SQL skills, and a proven track record in deploying ML solutions. The position is remote first with one day onsite near Manchester, outside of IR35.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in data science/ML engineering roles, preferably in retail/e-commerce.
• Strong experience in Python, SQL, and data science toolkit.
• Proven track record in deploying end-to-end ML solutions in cloud environments.

Responsibilities

• Work on greenfield, customer-focused data science projects.
• Design and deploy ML models in areas like segmentation and marketing attribution.
• Explore generative AI applications.

Skills

Data science/ML engineering experience

Python

SQL

End-to-end ML solutions

MLOps knowledge

Communication skills

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

col-narrow-left

Client:

Location:

Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

-

EU work permit required:

Yes

col-narrow-right

Job Reference:

f81f82245e8c

Job Views:

12

Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

col-wide

Job Description:

We’re partnered with a well-known UK retailer based in the north west, currently seeking a Data Scientist to join their growing data science function on a 6-month contract (outside IR35).

This is a hands-on opportunity to work on greenfield, customer-focused data science projects, helping to shape the future of analytics within the business. You’ll be designing and deploying ML models across areas like segmentation, customer lifetime value, and marketing attribution, with scope to explore generative AI applications.

Key Skills & Experience:

• 3+ years in data science/ML engineering roles (retail/e-commerce sector experience is a plus)
• Strong Python, SQL, and data science toolkit experience
• Proven track record in deploying end-to-end ML solutions in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Familiarity with MLOps
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally

This is a fantastic opportunity to deliver impactful work in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

Location: Remote first – 1 day per week on site, close to Manchester
Duration: 6 months
IR35: Outside

Interested? Get in touch to learn more or apply now.