Data Science And Machine Learning Consultant

Experis; Ringway; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Consultant in Data Science & Machine Learning to work on impactful projects in Defence. This hybrid role based in Manchester city centre requires strong experience in data science, ML methods, and proficiency in Python, with opportunities for progression in a growing team.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in data science or ML, ideally in Defence, Security or public sector.
• Strong technical grounding in ML methods and proficiency in Python.
• Familiarity with cloud-based toolkits like AWS, Azure, or GCP.

Responsibilities

• Tackle mission-critical problems using advanced data science and ML.
• Build models and lead implementations while mentoring colleagues.

Skills

Data Science

Machine Learning

Python

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Communication Skills

Cloud-based Tools

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Overview

Senior Consultant - Data Science & Machine Learning

Location: Manchester city centre (Hybrid, 2-3 days on site) + North West client sites

Salary: £60,000 - £90,000 per annum

Security: SC required to start, must be willing to obtain DV

Are you an experienced Data Scientist or Machine Learning Consultant who wants to apply their skills to projects that really matter? We are growing a specialist team in Manchester and are looking for people who want to shape the future of AI in Defence and National Security.

What you'll do

• You'll use your expertise to tackle mission-critical problems by applying advanced data science and machine learning to real-world challenges in text, audio, image and video.
• From building models and leading implementations through to mentoring colleagues and influencing new propositions, you'll play a key role in both delivery and practice growth.

What we're looking for

• Hands-on experience in data science or ML, ideally in Defence, Security, public sector or academia.
• Strong technical grounding in ML methods (Transformers, CNNs, Generative AI, etc.) with proficiency in Python and libraries such as TensorFlow, PyTorch or scikit-learn.
• Familiarity with cloud-based toolkits (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Strong communication skills - able to explain complex findings clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborative, curious and eligible for DV clearance.

Why this role?

• Work only on high-value, impactful Defence projects.
• Join at the ground floor of a growing team, with opportunities to lead and shape its direction.
• Enjoy progression, variety and hybrid flexibility in a modern city-centre location.

If you're passionate about advancing AI and want your work to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

People Source Consulting Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. People Source specialise in technology recruitment across niche markets including Information Technology, Digital TV, Digital Marketing, Project and Programme Management, SAP, Digital and Consumer Electronics, Air Traffic Management, Management Consultancy, Business Intelligence, Manufacturing, Telecoms, Public Sector, Healthcare, Finance and Oil & Gas