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Senior Data Scientist

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Plymouth
1 week ago
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Principal Consultant – Data Science & AI - Southwest of England


💰 £80,000 – £100,000 base

📍 Hybrid – client-facing (multiple days per week on-site)

🔒 SC Cleared or SC Clearable – Essential


About the role


We’re looking for a Principal Consultant in Data Science & AI to lead client engagements that transform how organisations use data.


Working as part of a small, high-impact Data Science & AI squad (typically paired with a Senior Consultant), you’ll design and deliver advanced data-driven solutions — from Proof of Concept through MVP, Alpha and Beta stages.


You’ll spend multiple days per week on client site, engaging face-to-face with stakeholders, shaping strategy, and translating cutting-edge data science into business value.


Because of the nature of our clients, SC Clearance (or the ability to obtain it) is non-negotiable.


What you’ll do


  • Lead the end-to-end delivery of Data Science and AI projects for enterprise clients.
  • Architect and validate data models, ML pipelines, and LLM-powered solutions.
  • Oversee Proof of Concept, MVP, Alpha and Beta phases, ensuring measurable outcomes.
  • Operate as the senior on-site consultant, engaging directly with stakeholders several times a week.
  • Mentor junior team members and champion data science best practice.
  • Advise on data governance, model performance, and responsible AI principles.


What we’re looking for


  • Significant hands-on Data Science experience, ideally within consulting or digital transformation.
  • Depth in Machine Learning, Predictive Modelling, and LLM frameworks (Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch, Hugging Face, etc.).
  • Ability to translate complex data science outcomes into clear business narratives.
  • Comfortable leading engagements in hybrid models — client site and remote.
  • Confident, credible communicator able to influence senior stakeholders.
  • Must be SC Cleared or SC Clearable – this is mandatory.


Why join


Join a disruptive consulting firm redefining how Data Science & AI deliver value. Expect autonomy, experimentation, and the opportunity to work with some of the UK’s most forward-thinking organisations — all within a culture that prizes intelligence, agility, and client impact.

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