Data Scientist

Data Scientist

£45,000 - £48,000

Hybrid - Merseyside (3 days per week in the office)

This is a strong opportunity for a commercially minded Data Scientist to join a business at a

genuine inflection point in its Data and AI journey. You will play a key role in moving the organisation from ad-hoc analytics to a scalable, production-led Data Science capability, with clear backing from leadership and real-world use cases already live.

The Company

They are a large retail organisation undergoing a significant data and AI transformation. With a new customer loyalty programme launching this year, demand for advanced modelling, forecasting and personalisation is growing quickly. The culture is collaborative, inclusive and pragmatic, with a strong focus on delivering value at pace rather than over-engineering solutions. Getting models into production and driving measurable impact is a core priority.

The Role

You will work hands-on within a small but growing Data Science function, partnering closely with the Data Science Lead, another Data Scientist, and wider data and commercial teams.

Key responsibilities include:

• Designing and building customer-focused Data Science use cases such as segmentation, lifetime value modelling and demand forecasting
• Developing, testing and deploying machine learning models end to end, from problem definition through to production
• Contributing to the development of a new Data Science platform and helping shape best practice as the function matures
• Working closely with Data Engineers and Analysts to ensure data quality, scalability and smooth model deployment
• Engaging with commercial and customer stakeholders to translate business problems into practical modelling solutions
• Communicating insights, model outputs and business impact clearly to non-technical audiences

Your Skills and Experience

To succeed in this role, you will bring a practical, business-led approach to Data Science.

Key requirements include:

• Strong commercial experience using Python for Data Science and machine learning
• Solid SQL skills and confidence working with large, complex datasets
• End-to-end Data Science experience, including taking models into production
• Experience applying statistical modelling or machine learning to real business problems
• Confidence working with stakeholders and explaining technical concepts in a clear, credible way

Nice to have:

• Exposure to cloud platforms such as GCP or Azure
• Experience with model deployment tools such as Vertex AI or Azure ML
• Any background in customer analytics, forecasting or personalisation

What They Offer

• Salary of £45,000 to £48,000
• Hybrid working, with three days per week on site in Knowsley
• The chance to help build a Data Science capability from an early stage
• High visibility work tied directly to customer and commercial outcomes
• Clear opportunity to grow alongside the team as Data Science scales across the business

How to Apply

If you are a hands-on Data Scientist looking to work on production-focused, customer-led use cases in a collaborative environment, apply now to find out more.