Data Scientist

We are a Global Recruitment specialist that provides support to the clients across EMEA, APAC, US and Canada. We have an excellent job opportunity for you.

Job Title: AI Data Scientist

Location: Remote / Newcastle Ad-Hoc

Duration: Until 29/01/2027

Pay Rate: £599 per day all inc. (PAYE through Umbrella)

Clearance required: BPSS + SC

Sector: Public

Job Description:

Background

• In the Children, Later Life, Bereavement, Care and Supporting Services Directorate, we support citizens through key life stages and events.
• This role sits within the Later Life Service Group, which delivers and transforms services for millions of people receiving State Pension, Pension Credit and other retirement-related support.
• As a Senior Data Scientist, you will be part of a multidisciplinary analytics team that works across Service Delivery, Digital and Transformation to deliver insight, advanced analytics, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence solutions.
• The team partners with stakeholders to understand complex business challenges, identify opportunities where data can add value, and support evidence-based decision-making.
• The Later Life Analytics Team uses enterprise data and a range of analytical and data science techniques to improve services for citizens and colleagues.
• Through exploration of complex datasets, development of innovative analytical products and clear communication of insights, the team helps drive service improvements, support transformation and deliver measurable outcomes at scale.

Job description / Key tasks

• Working within a multidisciplinary analytics team, you will lead the development of advanced analytics, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence solutions to support decision-making across Later Life Services.
• You will work closely with stakeholders across Service Delivery, Digital and Transformation to understand complex business challenges, identify opportunities where data can add value, and deliver actionable insight that improves services for citizens.
• Using a range of analytical and data science techniques, you will explore large and complex datasets to solve business problems, uncover opportunities for service improvement, and provide clear evidence-based recommendations.
• You will build strong relationships with colleagues and senior stakeholders, communicating complex analysis in a way that informs decisions and increases understanding of the opportunities and limitations of data science.

If you are interested in this position and would like to learn more, please send through your CV and we will get in touch with you as soon as possible. Please note, candidates are often Shortlisted within 48 hours.