We’re hiring: Principal DataScientist – Dynamic Systems & Optimisation 📍 Hybrid (Birmingham/Manchester/Remote, UK) | Ideally, office visits should occur once every two weeks (with possible client visits in Manchester) after onboarding and integration into the team, then shift to once a month. We’re looking for a hands-on Principal DataScientist to lead … the design and optimisation of complex, real-time decision systems, turning data, mathematics, and code into measurable performance gains. You’ll own the algorithmic roadmap, driving innovation in optimisation, modelling, and simulation . Expect deep work in advanced SQL , Python , and mathematical problem solving — applying logic, statistics, and weighted decisioning to real-world business challenges. This role blends technical … depth with strategic influence: you’ll collaborate with product, engineering, and business teams to deliver scalable, data-driven solutions that make a real impact. What’s essential: 🔹 Advanced SQL & data modelling (critical) 🔹 Mathematical optimisation & statistical reasoning 🔹 Algorithm design & performance measurement 🔹 Python for prototyping and experimentation 🔹 Agile mindset and stakeholder engagement 💡 If you’re a datascientistMore ❯
Lead DataScientist - Financial Services • Based in Nottingham (4 days onsite) • Pay up to £75,000 • Permanent, Full-Time Our client is a fast-growing financial services organisation looking for a Lead DataScientist to drive innovation across the customer lifecycle. This is a hands-on, commercially focused role where you’ll develop predictive models, deploy … and deliver actionable insights across fraud, marketing, credit risk, and customer management. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams and have the opportunity to shape the future of data science within a dynamic, forward-thinking environment. Key Responsibilities: Own the development and deployment of predictive models to improve customer outcomes. Lead autonomous decisioning initiatives, including model implementation and … Deliver insights through structured analysis and clear communication. Identify opportunities for innovation and process improvement using data. Key Skills and Experience: 5+ years of experience delivering end-to-end data science solutions in a commercial setting. Proven ability to lead projects independently and drive results. Strong expertise in machine learning, predictive modelling, and AI. Proficient in Python, R, SQL More ❯
Lead DataScientist - Financial Services • Based in Nottingham (4 days onsite) • Pay up to £75,000 • Permanent, Full-Time Our client is a fast-growing financial services organisation looking for a Lead DataScientist to drive innovation across the customer lifecycle. This is a hands-on, commercially focused role where you’ll develop predictive models, deploy … and deliver actionable insights across fraud, marketing, credit risk, and customer management. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams and have the opportunity to shape the future of data science within a dynamic, forward-thinking environment. Key Responsibilities: Own the development and deployment of predictive models to improve customer outcomes. Lead autonomous decisioning initiatives, including model implementation and … Deliver insights through structured analysis and clear communication. Identify opportunities for innovation and process improvement using data. Key Skills and Experience: 5+ years of experience delivering end-to-end data science solutions in a commercial setting. Proven ability to lead projects independently and drive results. Strong expertise in machine learning, predictive modelling, and AI. Proficient in Python, R, SQL More ❯
Lead DataScientist - Financial Services • Based in Nottingham (4 days onsite) • Pay up to £75,000 • Permanent, Full-Time Our client is a fast-growing financial services organisation looking for a Lead DataScientist to drive innovation across the customer lifecycle. This is a hands-on, commercially focused role where you’ll develop predictive models, deploy … and deliver actionable insights across fraud, marketing, credit risk, and customer management. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams and have the opportunity to shape the future of data science within a dynamic, forward-thinking environment. Key Responsibilities: Own the development and deployment of predictive models to improve customer outcomes. Lead autonomous decisioning initiatives, including model implementation and … Deliver insights through structured analysis and clear communication. Identify opportunities for innovation and process improvement using data. Key Skills and Experience: 5+ years of experience delivering end-to-end data science solutions in a commercial setting. Proven ability to lead projects independently and drive results. Strong expertise in machine learning, predictive modelling, and AI. Proficient in Python, R, SQL More ❯
Lead DataScientist - Financial Services * Based in Nottingham (4 days onsite) * Pay up to £75,000 * Permanent, Full-Time Our client is a fast-growing financial services organisation looking for a Lead DataScientist to drive innovation across the customer lifecycle. This is a hands-on, commercially focused role where you'll develop predictive models, deploy … and deliver actionable insights across fraud, marketing, credit risk, and customer management. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams and have the opportunity to shape the future of data science within a dynamic, forward-thinking environment. Key Responsibilities: Own the development and deployment of predictive models to improve customer outcomes. Lead autonomous decisioning initiatives, including model implementation and … Deliver insights through structured analysis and clear communication. Identify opportunities for innovation and process improvement using data. Key Skills and Experience: 5+ years of experience delivering end-to-end data science solutions in a commercial setting. Proven ability to lead projects independently and drive results. Strong expertise in machine learning, predictive modelling, and AI. Proficient in Python, R, SQL More ❯
Lead DataScientist (3 days onsite) - Travel Required Join a forward-thinking consultancy that's been redefining the industry for over a decade. Operating across sectors such as Defence, Retail, Government, and Healthcare, the firm delivers cutting-edge Data Science and Machine Learning solutions that drive measurable transformation. By blending strategic insight with deep technical expertise, they … empower organizations to turn ambitious ideas into meaningful, data-driven impact. What You'll Do Lead the end-to-end delivery of data science and machine learning projects, from discovery to deployment. Shape and execute data science strategies that directly support client objectives and organizational growth. Design and implement custom algorithms and models to solve complex business More ❯
Birmingham, West Midlands, England, United Kingdom
Harnham - Data & Analytics Recruitment
Lead DataScientist (3 days onsite) - Travel Required Join a forward-thinking consultancy that's been redefining the industry for over a decade. Operating across sectors such as Defence, Retail, Government, and Healthcare, the firm delivers cutting-edge Data Science and Machine Learning solutions that drive measurable transformation. By blending strategic insight with deep technical expertise, they … empower organizations to turn ambitious ideas into meaningful, data-driven impact. What You'll Do Lead the end-to-end delivery of data science and machine learning projects, from discovery to deployment. Shape and execute data science strategies that directly support client objectives and organizational growth. Design and implement custom algorithms and models to solve complex business More ❯
Leicester, Leicestershire, England, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Harnham - Data & Analytics Recruitment
Lead DataScientist - Leicester We are working with a leading UK retailer and ecommerce company. The role focuses on marketing campaigns, recommendation systems and customer segmentation. You will be a technical lead within the business and work closely with teams to drive measurable impact through various models. They're looking for someone with: Strong experience in Python & SQL More ❯
coventry, midlands, united kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Harnham
Lead DataScientist - Leicester We are working with a leading UK retailer and ecommerce company. The role focuses on marketing campaigns, recommendation systems and customer segmentation. You will be a technical lead within the business and work closely with teams to drive measurable impact through various models. They're looking for someone with: Strong experience in Python & SQL More ❯
loughborough, midlands, united kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Harnham
Lead DataScientist - Leicester We are working with a leading UK retailer and ecommerce company. The role focuses on marketing campaigns, recommendation systems and customer segmentation. You will be a technical lead within the business and work closely with teams to drive measurable impact through various models. They're looking for someone with: Strong experience in Python & SQL More ❯
Leicestershire, England, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Harnham
Lead DataScientist - Leicester We are working with a leading UK retailer and ecommerce company. The role focuses on marketing campaigns, recommendation systems and customer segmentation. You will be a technical lead within the business and work closely with teams to drive measurable impact through various models. They're looking for someone with: Strong experience in Python & SQL More ❯