Data Scientist

JR United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Data Scientist to enhance their marketing and customer analytics efforts. This role involves working within a dynamic Data Science team, focusing on data-driven decision-making to support high-profile clients across various sectors, including entertainment and tech. You will develop and deploy machine learning models, analyze large datasets, and provide actionable insights to drive marketing strategies. This innovative firm offers a collaborative environment where your contributions will significantly impact the success of clients. If you're passionate about data and ready to make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in Data Science with impactful project delivery.
• Strong expertise in statistical and machine learning algorithms.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of solutions for complex client challenges.
• Mentor junior team members and manage client relationships.

Skills

Data Science

Machine Learning

Python (Pandas)

SQL

Statistical Analysis

Client Relationship Management

Data Interpretation

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Mathematics

Degree in Statistics

Degree in Economics

Degree in Psychology

Degree in Sociology

Degree in Physics

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Computer Science

Master’s or PhD

Tools

Tableau

AWS

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Data Scientist - Marketing/Customer Analytics

Reading – Hybrid (3x per week in office)

Up to £60,000 + Benefits

About the Role

A leading research and insights company is looking for a Data Scientist to join their growing team. With a strong focus on data-driven decision-making, they help brands across entertainment, tech, sports, and consumer goods maximise their marketing impact. You’ll be part of a collaborative Data Science team, working on large-scale datasets, building machine learning models, and delivering actionable insights for high-profile clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of solutions for complex client challenges, defining clear success criteria.
• Support and mentor junior team members, fostering a collaborative environment.
• Independently manage client relationships and project expectations.
• Develop and deploy ML models, applying innovative approaches beyond basic feature engineering.
• Use Python, SQL, and Tableau for reporting and analysis within an AWS environment.
• Work closely with Data Engineering, Sales, and Market Research teams across the UK, US, and India.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in Data Science, with a proven track record of delivering impactful projects.
• Strong statistical and machine learning expertise, with the ability to apply and evaluate various algorithms.
• Proficiency in Python (Pandas), SQL, and data analytics tools.
• Experience deploying and evaluating ML models in production environments.
• Ability to interpret complex datasets, drawing meaningful insights to drive business decisions.
• Strong communication skills, with experience in managing client relationships.
• A degree in a relevant field such as Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Psychology, Sociology, Physics, Engineering, or Computer Science (Master’s or PhD is a plus).
• Interest or experience in TV viewing data, media, or marketing analytics is beneficial but not essential.

If this role looks of interest, please reach out to Joseph Gregory.