Principal Data Scientist

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting marketing consultancy is seeking a Principal Data Scientist for a dynamic role that combines hands-on data science with technical leadership. This position involves driving impactful machine learning projects focused on recommenders, segmentation, and optimizing marketing spend. You'll collaborate closely with engineering teams while having the opportunity to mentor a talented group. This role is perfect for a generalist with strong statistical knowledge and a passion for commercial value. Join a vibrant team and make a significant impact in the world of marketing analytics!

Qualifications

• Strong fundamentals in Data Science and Statistics are essential.
• Experience in recommenders, forecasting, and marketing is required.

Responsibilities

• Drive machine learning projects and report into the Head of Data Science.
• Work closely with engineering and mentor/manage a strong team.

Skills

Data Science

Statistical Knowledge

Machine Learning

Communication Skills

Project Leadership

Commercial Awareness

Education

MSc in STEM subject

Tools

GenAI

NLP

Computer Vision

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This is a great opportunity for a Principal Data Scientist to join an exciting marketing consultancy - in an 80% hands-on, 20% technical leadership/management role.

THE ROLE

In this role you will:

• Drive machine learning projects across recommenders, segmentation, forecasting and optimising marketing spend
• Work on advanced projects across GenAI and NLP
• Work closely with an Engineering team, whilst remaining full stack in your projects
• Report into Head of Data Science
• Driving commercial value closely with senior stakeholders
• Have a chance to upskill and mentor/manage, within a strong team of 8

Skills And Experience

• Strong Data Science/Statistical fundamental knowledge is required
• Experience across some of recommenders, forecasting, pricing, churn, marketing etc. - this is a role for a generalist!
• Exposure to some of GenAI, NLP, Computer Vision is a bonus
• MSc in a STEM subject (Maths, Physics, Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering etc.)
• Strong communication skills, and commercially driven
• Experience leading projects and ideally small teams

This role cannot sponsor.

How To Apply

Please register your interest for this role by sending your CV to Kiran Ramasamy via the apply link on this page.