Senior Data Science Consultant

Quotacom
London
3 months ago
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Are You Ready to Disrupt the AI Consulting Landscape?


Senior Data Science Consultant

Tired of the slow pace and rigid structures of traditional consulting? Imagine joining a firm that’s already hit a $10M revenue run rate a year ahead of schedule, with a $50M pipeline and explosive expansion across the UK, Europe, and the USA.


Our client isn't just growing; they're redefining how organisations adopt Data & AI.


Who They Are: Our client is a lean, agile, and fiercely effective data and AI consulting firm. They're a "hungry startup" backed by decades of experience from Big Four alumni, but unburdened by their overheads or motives. Their mission? Purely to solve complex client problems with speed, precision, and unparalleled value. They recently won a 7-figure contract against industry giants by being nimbler, more focused, and ultimately, more effective.


The Opportunity: They're seeking a Senior Data Science Consultant to join their rapidly expanding UK team in London. This role sits at the intersection of business strategy and technical execution, playing a pivotal role in delivering end-to-end projects for their clients, from initial conceptualisation and commercial strategy to final delivery and the assurance of high-quality data.


You will act as the crucial bridge between business needs and technical solutions, driving both strategic oversight and the technical rigor required for successful Data Science initiatives.


Qualifications & Experience

  • 5+ years of professional experience, ideally within a consulting or advisory capacity, with a significant focus on data science, data quality, and governance.
  • Proven experience in end-to-end project delivery, including conceptualisation, commercialisation, and implementation of data and AI solutions.
  • Strong understanding of data strategy, governance, and platform architecture.
  • Demonstrable technical background in applying statistical, machine learning, or data science techniques to solve business problems, particularly in data quality or data validation.
  • Experience with use case development and data monetisation is highly desirable.
  • Exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to bridge technical and business domains.
  • Experience in one or more of the following industries: Banking, Financial Services, Insurance, Telecom, Retail, E-commerce, or Manufacturing.
  • Based in or around London and able to travel as needed for client engagements.


Why Them?

  • Impact: Work on high-stakes projects that genuinely transform businesses.
  • Agility: Say goodbye to corporate bureaucracy; make decisions and drive change swiftly.
  • Growth: Be a foundational member of a UK team scaling dramatically within a globally expanding firm.
  • Reward: A highly competitive, market-plus salary and a culture that truly values your expertise.


If you're an experienced consultant ready to move faster, achieve more, and be part of a genuine market disruptor, we want to hear from you.


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