Lead Data Scientist

Harnham; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private equity firm seeks a Lead/Principal Data Scientist to join their London team. This hybrid role involves leading data initiatives, providing insights for investment decisions, and mentoring a high-performing team. Candidates should possess strong coding skills in Python and SQL, along with an MSc or PhD in a relevant field. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £180,000.

Qualifications

• Experience with Private Equity or Strategy Consultancy.
• Strong coding skills in Python and SQL.

Responsibilities

• Support investment teams with data-driven insights.
• Lead a diverse data team, fostering collaboration.
• Evaluate market dynamics and build predictive models.

Skills

Python

SQL

Communication

Education

MSc or PhD Degree in Computer Science

MSc or PhD Degree in Artificial Intelligence

MSc or PhD Degree in Mathematics

MSc or PhD Degree in Statistics

Job description

This range is provided by Harnham. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

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Building Data Science and Machine Learning Teams in the UK | The Talent Driving The Data and AI Revolution

Lead/Principal Data Scientist

Up to £180,000

London (Hybrid, 4 days onsite per week)

Company:

Join one of the world’s leading private equity firms, with a strong global presence and have partnered with hundreds of businesses across a wide range of sectors to support long-term growth and transformation.

They combine deep industry expertise with a hands-on, collaborative approach, making it a dynamic environment for ambitious professionals looking to make a real impact.

Responsibilities:

• Support the investment and deal teams by delivering deep, data-driven insights into potential acquisition targets.
• Lead a high-performing, diverse data team, fostering a collaborative, innovative environment with strong mentoring and career development.
• Responsible for evaluating market dynamics, identifying growth opportunities, and building predictive models to assess financial and operational performance.
• Your analysis will play a critical role in shaping investment theses and informing high-stakes decisions on multi-million (and often billion)-pound deals.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver commercial and operational due diligence
• Be at the forefront of identifying data-led value creation strategies across the private equity lifecycle.

Requirements:

• MSc or PhD Degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Mathematics, Statistics or related fields.
• Strong coding skills in Python and SQL
• Experience with Private Equity or Strategy Consultancy
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

**Please note that this role does not offer visa sponsorship**

How to Apply:

Please register your interest by sending your CV to Emily Burgess via the Apply link on this page

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Analyst

• Industries

  Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals

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