Partner, Data Science

At Assembly, we help brands find the change to fuel business growth. We are an award-winning global brand performance agency, home to 1,500 talented people across 25 offices globally. We create unique data, technology and media solutions that enable faster and smarter problem solving and an inspired, collaborative workplace culture. 

As a Data Scientist, you will be working on problems that require both creativity and analytic rigour. You will be responsible for helping drive product adoption and partnering closely with cross-functional teams including Consulting, Product, and Media teams.

Responsibilities

• Work with our Head of Department and other Data Scientists to develop our data science product set and grow the department globally.
• Identify opportunities for new products and services – particularly capitalising on the evolving landscape around data privacy and measurement.
• Directly support key global clients, both as an added value service and for commercial consulting opportunities.
• Own, manage, and contribute to large and complex client projects.
• Guide and support regional teams in their own Data Science delivery, ensuring they are presenting consistent and compelling work.

Requirements

Essential

• Exceptional analytical thinker with a passion for using data to solve business problems (3-4 years of experience in product analytics or Data Science).
• Charismatic storyteller ready to head up growth conversations with senior figures.
• A strong understanding and working knowledge of the use of R.
• Knowledge of SQL and hands-on experience with large relational databases.
• Use of version control (Git, GitHub) and CI/CD processes.
• Foundational knowledge and experience working with Python.

Preferred

• Experience with platforms and data typically found in digital marketing including analytics and media serving platforms.
• An understanding of the MarTech and digital marketing measurement landscape.
• Knowledge around the latest data privacy and security developments in online advertising.
• Experience working with cloud computing environments such as AWS or GCP.

Personal Skills

• Friendly, approachable, and able to collaborate with both technical and non-technical colleagues.
• Curious and proactive - continually looking for new opportunities for the Data team to work with clients and internal teams, with a desire to learn and develop innovative analytical techniques.
• Highly organised and process driven to keep on top of multiple projects at once.

We are committed to empowering workers in the communities local to where we operate, and are mindful of minimising the carbon cost of commuting. Where a position required regular presence in the office, as in the case of managerial positions, we attempt to hire staff who live within a reasonable commute (<50 miles or 1.5 hours) of the office they will be based in.

Equal Opportunities

Assembly is an advocate for equal opportunity in the workplace. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability and gender identity. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

Social and Environmental Responsibility

At Assembly, we have a responsibility to bring impact into our every day. This means we must always look for ways in which to be conscious citizens in our roles to support society and environmental sustainability. We encourage employees to; be a conscious citizen by actively participating in our organisation's sustainability efforts, help us promote environmentally friendly practices within the workplace, collaborate with community organisations and stakeholders to support initiatives aligned with our company's values, participate in volunteer activities that benefit the community. Employees are also encouraged to make suggestions and evaluate our business practices to identify areas for improvement in social and environmental performance. Employees at Assembly demonstrate commitment to sustainability and inclusivity in their actions and behaviours.