Market Research Data Scientist

Harnham; London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agency in London is seeking a Data Scientist to handle high-impact projects at the intersection of analytics and consultancy. This role offers the opportunity to lead statistical modeling efforts and evolve a robust modelling framework using R, providing insights for clients ranging from government departments to corporations.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in Data Science, particularly with R.
• Background in market research or consulting.
• Ability to work with messy primary quant data.

Responsibilities

• Lead statistical modelling across various projects.
• Work closely with clients to deliver impactful insights.
• Support and mentor junior analysts.

Skills

Data Science

Predictive Modelling

Regression Techniques

Consulting Skills

Methodological Creativity

Tools

R

Job description

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LONDON (HYBRID)

Are you a creative Data Scientist who thrives at the intersection of analytics, consultancy, and politics? This is a rare opportunity to join a nimble agency working on some of the most fascinating and impactful political and reputational challenges in the UK – from election models to government strategy and corporate reputation. This is a foundational hire, with clear runway to grow into a leadership position and shape the future of the data function.

THE ROLE:

As a Data Scientist in this high-impact team, you’ll:

• Lead on statistical modelling across a range of quant-led market research and political insight projects.
• Apply and evolve a robust modelling framework using R, supporting techniques from regression and segmentation through to SRP and bespoke election models.
• Be the custodian of a bespoke R function library, evolving tools and processes that drive consistent, high-quality output across projects.
• Work closely with client teams – from UK Government departments and political parties to hedge funds and corporates – to deliver clear, story-led insights.
• Get hands-on with messy primary quant data (surveys, census data, polling), cleaning, shaping, and analysing to uncover powerful trends and stories.
• Act as a methodological pioneer – pushing boundaries, thinking creatively, and finding smart ways to deliver insights beyond the standard playbook.
• Support and train more junior analysts and consultants – with the opportunity to build and lead your own team in the near future.

YOUR SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Solid Data Science experience in R, especially in predictive modelling and regression/segmentation techniques.
• A flair for methodological creativity – someone who enjoys being playful and inventive in their approach to data.
• Experience working with primary quant survey data (market research, polling, etc.) – familiarity with messy datasets is a must.
• Strong consulting skills – you enjoy working directly with clients and translating analysis into real-world impact.
• Background in market research, think tanks, policy research or analytics agencies.
• An interest in politics, polling, corporate affairs or public reputation – you don’t need to be a subject matter expert, but curiosity is essential.
• Experience mentoring or line managing more junior team members is a plus – or a clear desire to grow into that.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Analyst

• Industries

  Business Consulting and Services

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