13 of 13 Contract Data Scientist Jobs in England

DATA SCIENTIST - E-DV CLEARED NEW CONTRACT OPPORTUNITY FOR A DATA SCIENTIST IN LONDON WITH ENHANCED DV CLEARANCE New contract opportunity with a leading consultancy for a Data Scientist London based, 3-4 days on site Enhanced DV Clearance required to start 12 month rolling contract Daily rate up to £850 To apply, email … About We're seeking an experienced Data Scientist with enhanced Developed Vetting (DV) clearance to join a leading consultancy supporting mission-critical UK Government projects . This is a hands-on, high-impact role within a secure environment, where your analytical expertise will directly contribute to national operational outcomes. The Role As a Data Scientist, you … ll work within a multidisciplinary team to extract insight from complex, high-volume datasets. You'll design and implement advanced analytical and machine learning models, develop robust data pipelines, and deliver actionable intelligence to inform decision-making at the highest levels. This role offers the opportunity to apply your technical skills to highly operational challenges in a fast-paced More ❯

Data Scientist - Python £700-£750 pd via Umbrella Initially for 6 months with long term potential Global Retail business is looking for a Data Scientist to join their advanced data science team. This is an exciting opportunity to apply cutting-edge machine learning techniques to real-world problems, driving innovation and value across a data-rich business environment. Key Responsibilities: Design, build, and deploy data science solutions to support business initiatives, with a focus on machine learning and time series forecasting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate ML models into production systems using modern cloud platforms. Communicate insights and model outputs to stakeholders in a clear, actionable way. Key Skills & Experience: Proven … experience working as a Data Scientist or Machine Learning Engineer in a commercial setting. Strong programming skills in Python, with hands-on experience using libraries such as Pandas, Scikit-Learn, Jupyter, and Matplotlib. Proficient in SQL for data extraction and transformation. Experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and Vertex AI for developing and deploying ML services is More ❯

Data Scientist - Customer Experience Location: London (2 days per week on site) Contract Length: 3 months initially, scope to extend Day Rate: £615 per day (Inside IR35) Overview A leading organisation is seeking an experienced Data Scientist to join their Customer Experience and Fraud Compensation team. This role will focus on developing and refining models that … service outcomes. Support the expansion and adaptation of existing models from international teams. Translate complex analytical outputs into clear, actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders. Develop visualisations and concise data stories to communicate findings to senior leaders. Ensure models remain robust, interpretable, and commercially relevant , avoiding unnecessary complexity. Required Skills and Experience Proven experience as a Data Scientist within a customer, marketing, or consumer analytics environment. Strong proficiency in Python for data manipulation, analysis, and model development. Experience working with Vertex AI Solid understanding of predictive modelling , causal inference , optimisation , or uplift modelling . Demonstrated ability to simplify technical work for senior business audiences. Collaborative mindset with the ability to take on feedback and iterate effectively. More ❯

NLP/GenAI Data Scientist (3 - 6 months)Python coding & NLP and LLMs experience is EssentialLocation: 3 days onsite - do not apply if needing fully remote)Certain Advantage are recruiting on behalf of our global energies client for an NLP/GenAI Data Scientist who can bring a strong understanding in modern NLP, LLMs, transformer architectures … operations across all major lines of business. Applications may include conversational AI, intelligent information retrieval, AI-assisted system design, intelligent plant monitoring, and autonomous exploratory systems.We’re seeking a Data Scientist with good hands on python skills and a focus on Natural Language Processing (NLP) to contribute to innovative R&D efforts within the GenAI/NLP team. … and domain-specific GenAI solutions to support key internal use cases and products. Responsibilities In this role you will: Design, implement and maintain scalable NLP and GenAI pipelines (including data processing, preprocessing, evaluation). Perform advanced data analysis on real-world datasets to extract meaningful insights and support decision-making processes. Stay up to date with state-of More ❯

Data Scientist - Skip Rates Location: Wokingham (Hybrid - 2-3 days per week on site) Contract: Initial 6 months (Full time) Day Rate: From £650 per day (via Umbrella) About the Role Our client, a leading organisation at the heart of the UK energy system, is seeking an experienced Data Scientist to join their Skip Rate Team … skip rates within the Balancing Mechanism. You'll play a key role in analysing and modelling large datasets to identify the drivers of skips, developing monitoring tools, and supporting data-led solutions that enhance system transparency. You'll collaborate closely with operational experts, data specialists, and external stakeholders across the wider energy market to ensure fair, consistent, and … data-driven outcomes. Key Responsibilities Analyse and model large datasets to identify factors influencing skip rates. Develop and enhance methodologies, tools, and reporting processes. Use data insights to drive consistency and transparency in dispatch operations. Present findings clearly to technical and non-technical audiences. Support wider transparency and engagement initiatives across the organisation. About You Strong analytical and More ❯

An exciting research and analytics company in London is looking for a Data Scientist to join the team on a contract basis. Location: London Office policy: 1 day per week in the office Contract length: 3 month's, with potential to go permanent Start date: 03/11/2025 Salary: £70,000-£75,000 (pro rata for … FTC) The Job Analyse app, web, and in-home data to measure campaign effectiveness at impression and outcome level. Lead on brand lift measurement, showing how advertising works and refining the signals that prove campaign impact. Apply regression analysis, MMM techniques and work with AI/LLMs where relevant. Collaborate closely with engineering and product teams to integrate data … systems. Translate insights into clear, actionable recommendations for ad tech clients and internal stakeholders. Present findings to non-technical stakeholders, focusing on outcome metrics and campaign improvement. You Experienced Data Scientist with a background in fraud, methodology, and campaign/brand measurement. Strong technical skills across Python, regression modelling and MMM. Confident working with large datasets and combining More ❯

Lead Data Scientist - Power & Energy Trading Contract: 6 months Location: Hybrid (travel to London required) Rate: Market rate Inside IR35 Overview We're seeking an experienced Lead Data Scientist to drive data-enabled trading solutions within the utilities, power, and energy trading domains. This role bridges trading, technology, and data science-designing and deploying … models that optimise valuation, trading, and asset performance across power markets (including batteries, renewables, and thermal assets). Key Responsibilities Lead data science initiatives across power, battery, and utilities trading . Partner with traders to develop data-driven and fundamental trading strategies for UK and EMEA markets. Design, build, and deploy production-grade ML models and analytics applications … within a cloud-native (AWS) MLOps framework. Conduct exploratory data analysis , model backtesting, and performance evaluation using advanced statistical and ML techniques. Implement scalable data pipelines (Airflow, Prefect, Dagster) and containerised solutions ( Docker ). Provide technical mentorship , promote best practices in Python development, and contribute to a centre of excellence for data science. Collaborate cross-functionally in More ❯

Job Title: Data Scientist (Contract) Location: London - Hybrid (occasional travel to the London office) Duration: 6 months Start Date: ASAP 2025 Overview An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Data Scientist to join a leading Data and AI Team , supporting digital transformation projects across Tax and Legal. This role involves designing and developing Generative AI … and Machine Learning (ML) solutions using Python and Microsoft Azure . You'll work with cross-functional teams to build intelligent, data-driven applications that solve complex business challenges and deliver measurable impact. Key Responsibilities Design, build, and deploy Python-based AI and ML applications . Research and develop new Generative AI techniques, including fine-tuning and prompt engineering. … maintain LLM-assisted frameworks and automation pipelines. Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code for scalable deployment. Build and implement testing and evaluation frameworks for AI models. Collaborate with data scientists, software engineers, and subject-matter experts to deliver innovative solutions. Essential Skills & Experience Advanced Python programming skills with hands-on experience using NumPy, Pandas, Scikit-learn, Langchain, LlamaIndex More ❯

Job Title: Data Scientist Location: London Salary/Rate: Up to £620 per day inside IR35 Start Date: 10/11/2025 Job Type: Contract Company Introduction We are looking for a Data Scientist to join our Data and AI Team supporting internal service delivery transformation projects across Tax and Legal. You will be … a Python and Azure expert in designing and building cutting-edge generative AI solutions for complex challenges. You will report to the Technical Lead and collaborate with data scientists, software engineers and market specialists across the team to build and deliver high-impact solutions Job Responsibilities/Objectives Build and deploy Python based AI applications Research and design advanced … well documented codebases Implement testing pipelines and evaluation frameworks Good documentation practices to ensure seamless operations Exceptional teamwork and communication skills working in a cross functional environment with other data scientists, software engineers and T&L domain experts Required Skills/Experience The ideal candidate will have the following: Be an expert Python programmer proficient in frameworks/libraries More ❯

Contract Data Scientist - Multi-Touch Attribution Location: Hybrid (2-3 days per week, London office) Duration: 4 months Rate: £500 per day (Outside IR35) About the Role We're partnering with a leading marketing and communications group to find an experienced Data Scientist for a 16-week contract engagement. The successful candidate will take ownership of … multi-touch attribution (MTA) models, helping the client better understand and optimise their customer journeys. This role suits someone who's confident working independently, thrives on solving real-world data challenges, and focuses on delivering tangible business value over theoretical perfection. Key Responsibilities Design, build, and validate multi-touch attribution models to measure marketing effectiveness across multiple channels. Collaborate More ❯

Contract Opportunity: Lead Data Scientist (Image-Based Predictive Modelling) Location: London/Hybrid/Remote Day Rate: Up to £600/day (Inside or Outside IR35) Contract Length: Initial 5 weeks (very strong extension potential) Start Date: Within 1-2 weeks Industry: Financial Services (Marketing Analytics Project) Interview Slots Available This Week - Fast Turnaround About the Company Join … a specialist data and analytics consultancy working with major financial services organisations. You'll be part of a high-performing, agile squad that owns delivery end-to-end. The environment is innovative, outcome-focused, and ideal for individuals who enjoy solving commercially impactful problems with autonomy. The Opportunity This is a hands-on Lead Data Scientist role … deploy a model that forecasts click-through rates and explains why certain images drive better performance. What You'll Be Doing Build and refine a predictive model using image data & historical engagement metrics? Identify which image characteristics (colour, objects, themes) influence customer behaviour? Implement explainability (e.g. SHAP, feature importance)? Build a simple internal UI (Dash, Streamlit, or Flask) for More ❯

Role Overview Senior Data Scientist . will support a high-visibility programme focused on reducing skip rates in unit dispatch operations. The team is based primarily in Wokingham , with some programme activity in Warwick . Candidates are expected to be on-site 2-3 days per week . THIS ROLE IS INSIDE IR35 Key Responsibilities Data Scientist Analyse root causes of skip rates. Work alongside internal data scientists and external consultants (ML/AI specialists). Upskill internal teams. Present complex findings in digestible formats. Candidate Requirements Experience with large, complex, and incomplete datasets . Strong stakeholder engagement skills. Ability to work autonomously and proactively. Familiarity with Legacy systems , large databases, and data extraction … eg, from tapes). Preferably from electricity or utilities sectors for quicker onboarding. Comfortable navigating acronym-heavy environments . Technical Environment Analysis conducted on Zero platforms . Data sourced from Legacy systems , balancing platforms , and new systems . Interview Process Two-stage : Initial values/aptitude fit (30 mins). Technical interview with team members (eg, Catherine and William More ❯

Freelance Lead Data Scientist Start: Within 12 weeks) Contract: 1 month (strong potential to extend Inside preferred for extensions) Day Rate: £600/day (Inside or Outside IR35 considered) Location: Remote (UK-based preferred; preferred onsite for initial few days Were supporting a major client on a short, high-impact project that blends computer vision , NLP , and marketing … both model optimisation and dash app refinement , focusing on interpretability and usability. Tech environment: Python | CLIP | Phi | SHAP | Computer Vision | NLP | Dash | Pandas | NumPy Ideal profile: Proven experience in data science/ML , with practical exposure to computer vision and explainable AI . Strong coding in Python , with experience building models end-to-end and deploying lightweight web apps … Dash/Streamlit). Understanding of model explainability (SHAP, LIME, feature attribution) . Hands-on with multimodal data (images + text) preferred. Comfortable in a fast-moving, creative environment; self-starter with a growth mindset. Contract length: 45 weeks initially, strong chance of extension into wider data/AI projects More ❯