Data Scientist

Stadtwerke OELSNITZ/V. GmbH; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sagacity is seeking a Data Scientist to join our Analytics Team in a hybrid UK role. You will deliver data science projects, develop predictive models, and translate analyses into actionable, commercially relevant recommendations for clients and internal teams.

You will work with the Data & Analytics Manager and senior colleagues to drive data-driven strategies, build data pipelines, and communicate insights with clarity. Travel across the UK may be required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in data science, analytics, or statistical modelling, ideally with commercial experience within Telecoms, Banking, Utilities or data-related consultancy
• Educated to degree level (postgraduate preferred) in a quantitative discipline such as Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, or similar
• Working knowledge of statistical and machine learning methods (e.g. logistic regression, gradient boosting, random forests)
• Proficient in Python and/or R, with strong experience in data quality, model development and feature engineering
• Strong command of SQL and familiarity with data engineering environments such as Databricks or similar
• Skilled in data visualization and storytelling using tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Plotly, or Sigma
• Demonstrated ability to translate technical findings into strategic recommendations for non-technical audiences
• Commercially aware, with proven success in applying analytics to solve business problems
• Strong communicator; able to engage stakeholders and present findings with clarity and confidence
• Self-motivated, organised, and proactive, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment
• Willing to travel across the UK for client engagements
• Must have the right to work in the UK and a commitment to Sagacity values

Responsibilities

• Deliver data science projects from problem definition through actionable insights and presentation of results
• Develop and apply predictive modelling and ML techniques to optimise client operations and outcomes
• Build and maintain data pipelines ensuring data quality and integrity across sources
• Translate complex analyses into clear, commercially relevant recommendations
• Collaborate with client teams to identify analytical opportunities and quantify impact
• Support pre-sales and client engagement, demonstrating the value of data insight
• Follow best practices in data science, reproducible research, and ethical AI
• Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance Sagacity’s products and marketing data solutions

Skills

Python/R

SQL

Data visualization

Machine learning

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in quantitative field

Tools

Databricks

Power BI

Tableau

Plotly

Sigma

Job description

Data ScientistLocation: UKRole Type: Permanent - Full TimeJob Location: Hybrid Working - minimum of 2 days a week in our London office

Sagacity are the data intelligencepeople. Our proposition isbusinesses increase customerengagement and make moreinto the data businesses alreadyhave, and combine it with our data,insight, and action. Think of us asdata co-pilots for sales, marketing,ops, billing, credit and debt - clientstypically see 5x returns within thefirst few months.

Founded in 2005, we are acustomer-centric business witha World Class +95 Net PromoterScore. We believe data should beat the heart of every companyand while we are sector agnostic,primarily our clients are in thetelecoms & media, water, andnot for profit sectors.

We are a purpose led companyand we believe that purposecomes before profit. We workas one team both with clientsand internally, and are trusted todeliver quality in our standardsand in achieving successful clientoutcomes. We are open, honestand communicate in a jargonfree, collaborative way, with all ourteams being agile and curious, andcontinuously learning to achieveour purpose. We believe that ifwe achieve our purpose theneverything else will follow.

ABOUT SAGACITY

Clever with data... combining data,insight, and action to drive value

Responsibilities

• Deliver data science projects, from problem definition through toactionable insights and presentation of results
• Develop and apply predictive modelling, supervised andunsupervised machine learning techniques to optimise clientoperations and business outcomes
• Build and maintain data pipelines, ensuring data quality,consistency, and integrity across multiple sources and formats
• Translate complex analyses into clear, commercially relevantrecommendations for clients and internal stakeholders
• Work with client teams to identify analytical opportunities, supportmarketing strategy, and quantify the impact of data-drivendecision-making
• Support pre-sales and client engagement, helping to demonstratethe value of data insight
• Follow best practices in data science, reproducible research, andethical AI
• Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance the company’s productsand marketing data solutions

What Success Looks Like in the Role

• Delivery of impactful, high-quality analytics that directly inform andimprove client marketing outcomes
• Building trust and credibility with clients as an analytical consultant
• Regular iteration on our machine learning methodologies, tools,and frameworks
• Consistent demonstration of technical excellence and commercialinsight in all project deliverables
• Measurable contribution to the enhancement of Sagacity’s datascience and analytics product suite

Data ScientistAbout the Role

As a Data Scientist within the Analytics Team, you will contribute to data-driven strategies for our clients. Working closely with the Data &Analytics Manager and senior colleagues, you will deliver data science projects and collaborate with stakeholders across data strategy, sales, account management, delivery and marketing.

You will bring solid technical skills and commercial awareness to deliver data solutions that drive measurable operational performance. This is a hands-on role - ideal for someone who thrives on translating data into actionable insight and producing high-quality outcomes.

• 2+ years’ experience in data science, analytics, or statisticalmodelling, ideally with commercial experience within the Telecoms,Banking or Utilities industries; or within a data-related consultancy
• Educated to degree level (postgraduate preferred) in a quantitativediscipline such as Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics,Economics, or similar
• Working knowledge of statistical and machine learning methods(e.g. logistic regression, gradient boosting, random forests,
• Proficient in Python and/or R, with strong experience in dataquality, model development and feature engineering
• Strong command of SQL and familiarity with data engineeringenvironments such as Databricks or similar
• Skilled in data visualisation and storytelling using tools such asPower BI, Tableau, Plotly, or Sigma
• Demonstrated ability to translate technical findings into strategicrecommendations for non-technical audiences
• Commercially aware, with proven success in applying analytics tosolve business problems
• Strong communicator; able to engage stakeholders and presentfindings with clarity and confidence
• Self-motivated, organised, and proactive, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders in a fast-paced
• Willing to travel across the UK for client engagements
• Must have the right to work in the UK and a commitment to

Competencies and Experience

Data Scientist

We achieve this through our corevalues:

• One Team
• Quality Delivery
• Agile & Curious
• Open, Honest, Simple Communication

If you would like to join a unique working environment, with a sociableculture, where work is done a little bit differently – and we believe ‘better’ - then we look forward to hearing from you!

Success in any business is ultimatelyabout its people; their skills,dedication and enthusiasm.

We recognise the value of our peopleand their commitment to workingtogether to achieve successfuloutcomes.

At Sagacity, we: believe working with our clients

results

coach and mentor our clients’teams so our data and solutions live

believe in delivering benefits as we

ABOUT SAGACITY

People at Sagacity