Data Scientist

Data Scientist – Quantitative Hybrid (3 days in Leeds) | Full-time | Permanent Salary: £50-60k excellent benefits An exciting opportunity has opened up at a fast-growing insight and strategy consultancy for an experienced Data Scientist to lead the development of their in-house data science capabilities. This is a newly created role where you'll shape the future of how the team integrates advanced analytics, diverse datasets, and machine learning into high-impact client projects across sectors such as media, tech, and entertainment. You’ll be joining a collaborative, supportive environment with around 60 consultants, strategists, and analysts – all passionate about delivering actionable insight and tackling complex questions. The consultancy is known for its bespoke, high-quality approach and is now expanding into deeper data-led offerings. The Role This is a hands-on, strategic position reporting into a senior leader within the Quant team. You'll work across a mix of project delivery, innovation, and team development – helping shape everything from statistical capability to the company’s broader data vision. You’ll work on: Advanced analytics projects (segmentation, conjoint, MaxDiff, KDA, etc.) Processing large, complex datasets (e.g. transactional data, 1st-party data, behavioural) Developing infrastructure and tooling for scalable analysis Expanding the use of AI, synthetic data and machine learning Collaborating with marketing to shape new, data-led propositions Upskilling team members in data science and statistical thinking Representing the agency externally in thought-leadership or event settings (optional) What You’ll Need 5 years of data science experience, ideally with at least 2 years in a research or analytics agency working with survey or behavioural data Strong command of quantitative analysis methods , including regression, segmentation and more advanced statistical techniques Proficiency in tools like Python, SQL, SPSS, Q or R Confidence working with and integrating non-survey data sources such as 1st-party or behavioural data Ability to explain technical findings clearly to non-technical audiences An innovative and proactive mindset with a love of new ideas, tools, and learning Nice to Have Experience establishing data science workflows in a commercial setting A track record of upskilling or training others in data/statistics A desire to contribute to external thought leadership (e.g. presenting at events) What’s On Offer £50-60k with up to 10% discretionary bonus 25 days holiday birthday off public holidays £500 personal training budget per year 5% employer pension contribution Private health insurance life insurance income protection Eye test and childcare vouchers Enhanced parental leave Extra holiday days for length of service Friendly, collaborative team culture with regular socials, book club, quizzes and more Hybrid working model – 3 days per week in office, 2 days at home

Location: Leeds, UK, GB

Posted Date: 8/2/2025