Senior Data Scientist

Prevail; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise leader dans les services d'intelligence recherche un Senior Data Scientist pour rejoindre son équipe dynamique à Londres. Le candidat idéal sera chargé d'analyser des données complexes et d'élaborer des rapports, tout en collaborant avec diverses équipes. Vous aurez l'opportunité de travailler sur des projets impactants et d'apporter des insights critiques à nos clients dans différents secteurs.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Salary sacrifice pension

Onsite gym facilities

Enhanced leave policies

Private healthcare after two years

Qualifications

• Expérience prouvée en tant que Data Scientist dans un domaine pertinent.
• Compétences avancées en analyse de données et techniques statistiques.
• Capacité à travailler avec de grands ensembles de données avec précision.

Responsibilities

• Analyser et évaluer les données d'intelligence pour identifier des modèles et tendances.
• Développer et maintenir des bases de données et modèles d'analyse.
• Préparer et délivrer des rapports et présentations sur les résultats.

Skills

Data analysis

Data mining

Statistical techniques

Problem-solving

Communication

Analytical skills

Tools

Python

R

SQL

Tableau

AWS

GitHub

Job description

The role:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Scientist to join our team. Reporting to the Data Delivery Lead, you will analyze and interpret data from various sources to support our clients' decision-making processes.

The Data team at Prevail underpins all our mission-focused teams. No two days are the same, and we tackle complex, real-world problems. Our ideal candidate will have exceptional analytical skills, capable of navigating complex datasets to turn ambiguous requests into meaningful insights.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Analyzing and evaluating intelligence data to identify patterns, trends, and relationships that contribute to actionable intelligence.
2. Utilizing advanced analytical techniques and tools to assess the reliability, accuracy, and relevance of intelligence information.
3. Developing and maintaining databases, data models, and analytical frameworks for efficient data analysis and retrieval.
4. Collaborating with intelligence and security professionals to understand requirements and priorities.
5. Preparing and delivering reports, briefings, and presentations to communicate findings effectively.
6. Monitoring emerging threats, geopolitical developments, and supporting intelligence assessments and forecasting.
7. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to advocate for high-quality data solutions.
8. Mentoring junior team members.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Data Scientist in a relevant field.
• Proficiency in data analysis, data mining, and statistical techniques.
• Attention to detail and ability to work with large datasets accurately.
• Proficiency in Python or R (5+ years’ experience).
• Knowledge of statistical models such as linear and logistic regression, t-tests, ANOVA.
• Experience collecting, organizing, and analyzing data from diverse sources.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical reasoning skills.
• Excellent communication skills, able to convey complex information clearly.
• Ability to work independently and in teams, managing multiple priorities.
• Ability to attain UK Security Clearance (residency in the UK for 5+ years).

Desirable skills:

• Experience in report writing, academic publishing, or data storytelling.
• Familiarity with AWS, SQL, and Tableau.
• Background in intelligence or social sciences.
• Knowledge of experimental design.
• Experience with big data and awareness of biases.
• Proficiency in documenting methodologies.
• Familiarity with version control tools like GitHub.
• Experience building machine learning pipelines and understanding engineering principles.
• Knowledge of machine learning techniques such as Random Forest and LGBM.

About us:

Prevail Partners provides intelligence, research, and consultancy services to clients across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, working with governments, corporations, and NGOs. We focus on impactful projects that make a real difference. Join us during a period of growth and contribute to diverse projects.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary
• Salary sacrifice pension
• Onsite gym facilities
• Enhanced leave policies
• Private healthcare after two years