Lead Data Scientist

Data Science Festival; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A major player in logistics seeks a Lead Data Scientist to enhance data-driven marketing strategies. This hybrid role emphasizes leadership in analytical projects, working closely with engineers and product teams, while ensuring impactful decisions through customer behavior insights. Competitive salary and growth within a supportive culture are highlights.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Hybrid working flexibility

Career progression opportunities

Collaborative and inclusive team culture

Access to professional development programs

Qualifications

• Strong experience working as a Data Scientist, preferably within marketing.
• Experience working with Python, R or SQL.
• Curious, collaborative nature.

Responsibilities

• Design data architecture frameworks and engage in propensity modeling.
• Transform complex data into actionable marketing strategies.
• Conduct marketing mix modeling (MMM) and attribution analysis.

Skills

Python

R

SQL

Job description

Lead Data Scientist – Marketing

Salary: Up to £100k

Location: Hybrid, London

Data Idols are proud to be partnering with a major player in the logistics space as they expand their high-performing marketing team. They’re on the hunt for a Lead Data Scientist to bring cutting-edge insight, strategic thinking, and a love of data to the forefront of their decision-making.

The Opportunity

You’ll be stepping into a key leadership role, tackling everything from propensity modelling to designing robust data architecture frameworks. Working hand-in-hand with engineers and product teams, you’ll transform complex data into actionable marketing strategies that drive real business impact. From marketing mix modelling (MMM) and attribution analysis to statistical testing, you’ll harness customer behaviour and insights to shape the future of data-driven marketing in a fast-moving, customer-focused environment.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary package
• Hybrid working flexibility with a modern office in Hammersmith
• Career progression opportunities within a growing logistics business
• Collaborative, inclusive, and supportive team culture
• Access to professional development and training programs

Skills and Experience

• Experience working with Python, R or SQL
• Strong experience working as a Data Scientist, preferably within marketing
• Curious, collaborative, and not allergic to the occasional marketer brainstorm.

If you would like to be considered for the role and feel you would be an ideal fit with our team then please send your CV to us by clicking on the Apply button below.

Lead Data Scientist – Marketing