13 of 13 Head of Data Science Jobs in the UK

The Head of Data Science will lead the Data Science department, helping drive data-driven strategies and insights to support public sector objectives. This role requires expertise in data science, leadership, and strategic implementation to deliver impactful results. Client Details My client is a regulatory body for solicitors and most law … standards, investigates misconduct, and can impose sanctions like fines or even closing firms. Its core goals are public protection, fostering trust in the legal profession, and supporting the rule of law and fair access to legal services. Description The successful Head of Data Science will be responsible for but not limited too: Lead the development … and implementation of data science strategies to support organisational goals. Oversee the Analytics department, ensuring effective delivery of data-driven insights and solutions. Collaborate with key stakeholders to identify opportunities for innovation and process improvement through data. Manage and mentor a team of data professionals, fostering professional growth and skill development. Develop predictive More ❯

The Head of Data Science will lead the Data Science department, driving data-driven decision-making and delivering impactful insights within the public sector. This role in Birmingham requires expertise in data science methodologies and a strong ability to manage and develop analytics teams. Hybrid working is also available in Cardiff … or London Client Details The organisation is a well-established public sector entity with a significant focus on leveraging data to improve services and inform strategic decisions. As an organisation, they are committed to fostering innovation and maintaining high operational standards Description Support the Director of Risk, Data Analysis and Insight to develop the analysis programme in … line with the overall Strategic Plan Lead and manage the Data Science department, ensuring the delivery of high-quality data insights. Develop and implement data science strategies to support organisational objectives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and solve complex data challenges. Oversee the design, development, and deployment of predictive models More ❯

Head of Data Science (hands on) - FinTech Head of Data Science (hands on) - FinTech Head of Data Science (hands on) - FinTech Head of Data Science role with a fast growth B2B FinTech company, backed by multiple Billionaires and major global investment firm. You'll … join an existing team of 2 Data Scientists in a wider business of 35 staff currently, and report into the Chief Product Officer. The CEO is a former Data Scientist so you'll be able to exchange notes! The Head of Data Science will work on: Credit risk models: working with the … Chief Risk Officer to create advanced machine learning models Affordability models: using both bureau and open banking data, create transaction classification models and derive the amounts that are safe for each individual business to borrow Product improvements: use predictive models to understand the key drivers behind the conversion funnel and work hand in hand with the CPO to tailor More ❯

Head of Data Science UK Regulatory Body London - Hybrid (2 days per week in the office) £70,000-£77,000 (depending on experience) Overview We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking leader in data science and analysis to head up a growing specialist team within a respected UK regulatory body. This is … a pivotal role at the interface of data, regulation, and risk. You will be responsible for guiding a team of highly capable early-career data scientists and analysts, ensuring their work delivers real impact in regulatory decision-making and wider risk assessment. The role requires a leader who can balance academic rigour with practical application, setting … the standard for what is possible with data science in a regulatory environment, while also being clear about its limitations. You will help formalise the organisation's approach to data science and analysis, shape its technical infrastructure, and ensure outputs are robust, defensible, and strategically aligned. As the organisation invests further in its Risk and Data More ❯

A Head of Data Science is the next key strategic hire for a rapid growth startup company in the retail industry with a global reach. They have grown from 2 people to 30 people in 2 and a half years, and have seen strong revenue growth! The company are cash rich, but data strategy poor. … What's great about this Head of Data Science role You get the opportunity to develop a data science platform and a team from scratch (immediate need to hire further data scientists when you join) The company is rich in untapped customer data offering huge opportunities to create value You will work … closely with world class engineers to develop a new data warehouse Budget and bandwidth available to develop new products and services utilise the best commercial software Working directly with the CMO, and also the founder of the business (an MIT grad!) You will need to be a top class Statistician You will likely have done a very numerate More ❯

Head of Data Science Salary: £110K - £120K + bonus Location: Manchester 2-4 days a month The Opportunity We're working with a high-growth business that is scaling its data function to the next level. Data scientists here have traditionally combined reporting with predictive modelling, but the business is now creating a dedicated … leadership role to bring focus, structure and engineering rigour to the discipline. As Head of Data Science, you'll lead a growing team of 6+ scientists embedded across product and functional teams, while also setting the technical direction and ensuring alignment with company-wide OKRs. You'll drive the transition towards machine learning engineering, championing … end-to-end model ownership from research through to deployment in production. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the data science strategy, support the career growth of talented scientists, and deliver measurable impact in areas such as search, pricing, personalisation, vouchers, marketing, operations and finance. Skills and Experience Proven leadership experience in data science More ❯

Head of Data Science Salary: £110K - £120K + bonus Location: Manchester 2-4 days a month The Opportunity We're working with a high-growth business that is scaling its data function to the next level. Data scientists here have traditionally combined reporting with predictive modelling, but the business is now creating a dedicated … leadership role to bring focus, structure and engineering rigour to the discipline. As Head of Data Science, you'll lead a growing team of 6+ scientists embedded across product and functional teams, while also setting the technical direction and ensuring alignment with company-wide OKRs. You'll drive the transition towards machine learning engineering, championing … end-to-end model ownership from research through to deployment in production. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the data science strategy, support the career growth of talented scientists, and deliver measurable impact in areas such as search, pricing, personalisation, vouchers, marketing, operations and finance. Skills and Experience Proven leadership experience in data science More ❯

Robert Half has partnered exclusively with a client in Birmingham who are looking for a proven senior leader to take charge of their data science strategy and drive the next wave of AI innovation. This is a permanent opportunity, with hybrid working, paying up to £95,000 with great benefits such as bonus and car allowance. … who can operate at executive level, set vision, and deliver impact while building out teams, platforms, and solutions that scale across the business. The Role Own the organisation-wide data science strategy, with a focus on Generative AI, ML, and advanced analytics Be the senior voice on AI, influencing board-level discussions and shaping how data science drives commercial outcomes. Establish an AI Centre of Excellence to embed data-driven thinking across all functions. Deliver enterprise-scale GenAI solutions (e.g. copilots, virtual assistants, RAG systems) and lead classical ML initiatives. Define governance and ethical standards for responsible AI adoption. What We're Looking For Extensive senior leadership experience leading large, enterprise data science More ❯

Job Title: Head of Data Science Location: Central London (Zone 1) – hybrid Working: 2–3 days/week in-office + ~20–25% EU travel About the Company A billion Euro international B2C company operating across major European markets. The company has recently centralised its data leadership to build a world-class predictive AI capability. … With thousands of staff globally, they’re embedding AI across marketing, product, risk, and operations. The business is highly regulated, operates under strict compliance regimes (GDPR, EU AI Act), and is backed by long-term private ownership. The Role Own and deliver the predictive AI strategy across multiple regulated B2C markets. You’ll report to the CMO (also CIO … deployment Strong B2C experience (e.g. ecommerce, gaming, telco) MSc required; PhD optional Executive-level stakeholder management Exposure to GenAI and cloud ML stacks (Databricks, Azure, AWS) Pathway to Chief Data Officer Interested? Please apply below. More ❯

Job Title: Head of Data Science Location: Central London (Zone 1) – hybrid Working: 2–3 days/week in-office + ~20–25% EU travel About the Company A billion Euro international B2C company operating across major European markets. The company has recently centralised its data leadership to build a world-class predictive AI capability. … With thousands of staff globally, they’re embedding AI across marketing, product, risk, and operations. The business is highly regulated, operates under strict compliance regimes (GDPR, EU AI Act), and is backed by long-term private ownership. The Role Own and deliver the predictive AI strategy across multiple regulated B2C markets. You’ll report to the CMO (also CIO … deployment Strong B2C experience (e.g. ecommerce, gaming, telco) MSc required; PhD optional Executive-level stakeholder management Exposure to GenAI and cloud ML stacks (Databricks, Azure, AWS) Pathway to Chief Data Officer Interested? Please apply below. More ❯

Job Title: Head of Data Science Location: Central London (Zone 1) – hybrid Working: 2–3 days/week in-office + ~20–25% EU travel About the Company A billion Euro international B2C company operating across major European markets. The company has recently centralised its data leadership to build a world-class predictive AI capability. … With thousands of staff globally, they’re embedding AI across marketing, product, risk, and operations. The business is highly regulated, operates under strict compliance regimes (GDPR, EU AI Act), and is backed by long-term private ownership. The Role Own and deliver the predictive AI strategy across multiple regulated B2C markets. You’ll report to the CMO (also CIO … deployment Strong B2C experience (e.g. ecommerce, gaming, telco) MSc required; PhD optional Executive-level stakeholder management Exposure to GenAI and cloud ML stacks (Databricks, Azure, AWS) Pathway to Chief Data Officer Interested? Please apply below. More ❯

Job Title: Head of Data Science Location: Central London (Zone 1) – hybrid Working: 2–3 days/week in-office + ~20–25% EU travel About the Company A billion Euro international B2C company operating across major European markets. The company has recently centralised its data leadership to build a world-class predictive AI capability. … With thousands of staff globally, they’re embedding AI across marketing, product, risk, and operations. The business is highly regulated, operates under strict compliance regimes (GDPR, EU AI Act), and is backed by long-term private ownership. The Role Own and deliver the predictive AI strategy across multiple regulated B2C markets. You’ll report to the CMO (also CIO … deployment Strong B2C experience (e.g. ecommerce, gaming, telco) MSc required; PhD optional Executive-level stakeholder management Exposure to GenAI and cloud ML stacks (Databricks, Azure, AWS) Pathway to Chief Data Officer Interested? Please apply below. More ❯

Job Title: Head of Data Science Location: Central London (Zone 1) – hybrid Working: 2–3 days/week in-office + ~20–25% EU travel About the Company A billion Euro international B2C company operating across major European markets. The company has recently centralised its data leadership to build a world-class predictive AI capability. … With thousands of staff globally, they’re embedding AI across marketing, product, risk, and operations. The business is highly regulated, operates under strict compliance regimes (GDPR, EU AI Act), and is backed by long-term private ownership. The Role Own and deliver the predictive AI strategy across multiple regulated B2C markets. You’ll report to the CMO (also CIO … deployment Strong B2C experience (e.g. ecommerce, gaming, telco) MSc required; PhD optional Executive-level stakeholder management Exposure to GenAI and cloud ML stacks (Databricks, Azure, AWS) Pathway to Chief Data Officer Interested? Please apply below. More ❯