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Lead Data Scientist | London | Multiple Sectors


📍 London (Hybrid)

💰 Up to £120,000 + Equity + Private Health


Machine Learning | Data Science Libraries | Deep Learning Frameworks | AI


I’m currently looking for:


  • 1 x Lead Data Scientist (Financial Services)
  • 1 x Lead Data Scientist (Retail)
  • 1 x Lead Data Scientist (SaaS)


Our client partners with some of the world’s most recognisable brands to deliver innovative, data-driven solutions that transform customer experience, strategy, and performance.

From global enterprises to digital-first disruptors, they help businesses harness the power of advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI to stay competitive in a rapidly changing market.

If you’re looking for an opportunity to shape the future of applied AI across exciting industry sectors, this is your chance.


ROLES: Lead Data Scientist (Project Lead, Mentoring, Technical Lead)

We are seeking Lead Data Scientists to take pivotal roles across a variety of industries. These are senior technical and leadership positions — perfect for people who want to influence the direction of AI and data science solutions across real-world business problems.


You will set the technical vision, oversee project teams, and serve as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders — defining approaches to complex data challenges, guiding enterprise-scale AI applications, and mentoring a team of talented data scientists.


What You’ll Bring

🔥 Deep expertise in machine learning and statistical modelling

⚙️ Skilled with core data science tools (NumPy, Pandas, Scikit-Learn) and deep learning frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow)

💡 Proven track record delivering impactful AI/ML projects (e.g. forecasting, recommendation systems, or optimisation)

📈 Experienced project lead with strong technical decision-making and architecture ownership

🗣️ Excellent communicator — able to translate complex technical insights into real business value

🤓 Passionate mentor/manager who enjoys developing and growing data science talent


Apply now and become a key player driving data science innovation in retail, financial services OR SAAS

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