Data Scientists - HM Land Registry - HEO/SEO

Government Digital and Data; London; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading government department as a Data Scientist or Senior Data Scientist, where you'll work on impactful projects using advanced techniques in machine learning, NLP, and computer vision. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with diverse teams, lead projects, and contribute to a culture of learning and innovation.

Qualifications

• Experience in data science or machine learning required.
• Proficiency in Python, R, or similar languages.
• Knowledge of NLP, time series, or vision techniques is essential.

Responsibilities

• Understand where Data Science can add value within HM Land Registry.
• Apply advanced techniques across NLP, vision, and more.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation.

Skills

Data Science

Machine Learning

Python

R

NLP

Computer Vision

Time Series Analysis

Education

Degree in a discipline with numerical or statistical elements

Demonstrable portfolio of data science and machine learning (for SEO)

Job description

As a Data Scientist or Senior Data Scientist, you’ll work on high-impact projects using machine learning, NLP, computer vision, and time series analysis. This is meaningful, purpose-led work at the heart of one of the UK’s most ambitious digital transformation programmes.

Job description

What You’ll Do:

1. Understand where Data Science can add value within HM Land Registry
2. Apply advanced techniques across NLP, vision, and more
3. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation
4. Contribute to a culture of learning, mentoring, and inclusion
5. Lead projects and mentor others (for senior roles)

For more information about the role, please see the attached candidate pack.

Person specification

What We’re Looking For:

1. Experience in data science or machine learning
2. Proficiency in Python, R, or similar
3. Knowledge of NLP, time series, or vision techniques
4. A collaborative mindset and a drive to make a difference
5. Leadership and mentoring experience (for senior roles)

For more information about the role, please see the attached candidate pack and click on the "Apply at advertiser's site Link".

Salary Information

For HEO Data Scientists: HM Land Registry is implementing a capability-based pay model. The salary may include a non-contractual, non-pensionable pay supplement based on your assessed capability, starting in January 2026. Salaries range from £41,100 (Developing) to £44,400 (Accomplished).

For SEO Senior Data Scientists: £46,058 - £57,400. This role is eligible for the Government Digital and Data Capability Framework.

Qualifications

A degree in a discipline with numerical or statistical elements; OR equivalent experience. For SEO, a degree or demonstrable portfolio of data science and machine learning is required.

Location

Multiple locations across England and Wales, including Birkenhead, Croydon, Coventry, Durham, Weymouth, Gloucester, Kingston upon Hull, Leicester, Nottingham, Peterborough, Plymouth, Warton, Swansea, and Telford.