Senior Data Scientist

Develop; London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in London is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to join their high-trust team. This role involves leading the development of analytics tools and applying machine learning to impactful projects. Candidates should have 6-8 years of experience, strong Python skills, and be eligible for Security Clearance. This is a unique opportunity to make a real difference in the intelligence and public sector.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of hands-on experience in Data Science.
• Strong background in maths, statistics, and ML.
• Eligible for Security Clearance (5+ years residency preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of scalable analytics tools.
• Apply machine learning and AI to solve complex problems.
• Mentor junior team members.

Skills

Data Science

Machine Learning

Python

SQL

Statistical Analysis

Big Data

Mentoring

Tools

Tableau

Job description

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Senior Data Scientist | ~£120k+ Package | Mission-Critical Work | SC-Clearable | Hybrid (3 Days London - Victoria)

My client is a respected consultancy delivering high-impact intelligence, research, and technical services to clients. Their work makes a real-world difference, and they are currently growing their data science capability.

This is a standout opportunity for a Senior Data Scientist to join a high-trust team working on high-stakes, sensitive projects. Eligibility for SC Clearance is required, and candidates should be prepared to tackle meaningful, complex challenges with creativity and precision.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of scalable analytics tools across secure cloud and on-premise environments.
• Apply machine learning and AI creatively to solve problems in the intelligence and public sector space.
• Work with large-scale structured, unstructured, and geospatial datasets.
• Mentor junior team members and act as the #2 in a fast-growing function.
• Present technical insights and shape best practices in collaboration with the CTO and wider team.

Key Requirements

• 6-8 years of hands-on experience in Data Science, ideally in applied or product-driven environments.
• Strong background in maths, statistics, ML, and working with big data.
• Excellent Python skills, plus experience with SQL and Tableau.
• Proven ability to build analytical platforms, not just run analysis.
• Eligible for Security Clearance (UK-based, 5+ years residency preferred).

If you're a Senior Data Scientist ready to do work that matters, in a role that offers real ownership and challenge, get in touch. This is a career-defining opportunity.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries: IT System Data Services

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