Data Scientist

ISR RECRUITMENT LIMITED; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Data Scientist for a major UK Government Agency. This role involves designing advanced data models and applying AI techniques to improve public sector outcomes. Key qualifications include proficiency in Python, experience with Azure tools, and knowledge of machine learning. This position offers a competitive contract rate of £475 to £500 per day, with remote working plus occasional site visits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in data science and analytics, ideally within government or regulated sectors.
• Strong proficiency in Python (and/or R) with deep understanding of statistical modelling and machine learning.
• Expertise in Natural Language Processing and clustering algorithms.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement data models and pipelines to support advanced analytics and reporting.
• Apply machine learning, natural language processing (NLP) and AI models to derive meaningful insights.
• Work closely with Data Engineers and Analysts to optimize data workflows.

Skills

Data science and analytics experience

Python proficiency

Azure Machine Learning experience

Natural Language Processing expertise

Data visualisation tools knowledge

Data pipeline automation

Familiarity with AI frameworks

Tools

Azure Data Factory

Power BI

DAX

LangChain

Job description

Data Scientist

• Data Scientist
• Initial 6-month contract
• £475 to £500 per day
• Outside IR35
• Remote Working (+ occasional site visits)

The Opportunity

ISR are supporting a major UK Government Agency seeking an experienced Data Scientist to help shape and expand their data and analytics capabilities.

You ll play a key role in designing and delivering advanced data models, integrating new sources of information and applying modern AI and machine learning techniques to solve real-world challenges.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of data science, analytics, and public sector transformation, helping to deliver better outcomes for the general public through data-driven insights.

NB: Candidates must be eligible for BPSS security clearance which will be processed following successful interviews (normally takes between 7 and 14 days).

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in data science and analytics, ideally within government or regulated sectors.
• Strong proficiency in Python (and/or R) with deep understanding of statistical modelling and machine learning.
• Experience with Azure Machine Learning (AML), Azure Data Factory, and the broader Azure data ecosystem (Data Lake, Synapse, Analysis Services).
• Expertise in Natural Language Processing, clustering algorithms, text embeddings, LangChain and LLM deployment.
• Strong knowledge of data visualisation tools such as Power BI, DAX and Power Query.
• Experience in data pipeline automation and data governance in large-scale environments (Desirable).
• Familiarity with modern AI frameworks and open-source toolkits (Desirable).

Role and Responsibilities

• Design and implement data models and pipelines to support advanced analytics and reporting.
• Apply machine learning, natural language processing (NLP) and AI models to derive meaningful insights from complex datasets.
• Work closely with Data Engineers, Software Developers and Analysts to build and optimise data workflows.
• Integrate multiple data sources, ensuring data quality, consistency and alignment with government standards.
• Support the design, validation and continuous improvement of analytical models, contributing to long‑term data strategy.

Applications:

Please contact Edward here at ISR to learn more about our client and how they are leading the way in developing the next generation of technical solutions through innovation and transformational technology?