1 to 25 of 28 Lead Data Scientist Jobs in the UK

Lead Data Scientist London - 3 days a week Up to £125,000 About the Company We’re working with a next-generation private markets firm that is redefining value creation by combining deep industry expertise with advanced AI and data science. This is a unique opportunity to join a company that partners directly with portfolio companies … to drive measurable operational and financial performance—powered by data. They’re now hiring a Lead Data Scientist to lead high-impact analytics and machine learning projects across a wide variety of real-world domains. Working closely with a multidisciplinary team, you’ll have the autonomy to shape technical approaches while staying closely tied to commercial … outcomes. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex, ambiguous business problems using data science, and wants to work at the intersection of technology, investment, and strategy. Key Responsibilities Translate complex business problems into measurable data science solutions that deliver commercial value Lead the design, development, and deployment of predictive and optimisation models across multiple More ❯

Lead Data Scientist London - 3 days a week Up to £125,000 About the Company We’re working with a next-generation private markets firm that is redefining value creation by combining deep industry expertise with advanced AI and data science. This is a unique opportunity to join a company that partners directly with portfolio companies … to drive measurable operational and financial performance—powered by data. They’re now hiring a Lead Data Scientist to lead high-impact analytics and machine learning projects across a wide variety of real-world domains. Working closely with a multidisciplinary team, you’ll have the autonomy to shape technical approaches while staying closely tied to commercial … outcomes. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex, ambiguous business problems using data science, and wants to work at the intersection of technology, investment, and strategy. Key Responsibilities Translate complex business problems into measurable data science solutions that deliver commercial value Lead the design, development, and deployment of predictive and optimisation models across multiple More ❯

Lead Data Scientist (SC Cleared) Location: Remote-working - Occasional visits to London office Rate: £650.00pd (Inside IR35) Security Clearance: SC Cleared (or eligibility to obtain SC clearance) Our central government customer is looking for an exceptional Lead Data Scientist to guide data-driven initiatives and deliver impactful solutions to complex challenges. You will … lead a team of talented professionals, collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, and use advanced analytics to shape policies and improve public services. Your expertise will drive the integration of cutting-edge technologies, ensuring innovation at the forefront of government strategies. Key Responsibilities Provide technical leadership and mentoring to a team of data scientists and analysts. Define and implement … data science strategies aligned with organizational objectives. Lead the development of machine learning models and advanced statistical techniques to support policy-making and operational efficiency. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to understand their goals and translate them into actionable data projects. Oversee the design, deployment, and management of data pipelines and big data platforms. Develop data More ❯

Lead Data Scientist – Azure Data Stack – Very Attractive Base + Bonus – Manchester City Centre A rapidly growing software house in the heart of Manchester is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to spearhead innovation within their Data & Analytics function. If you're a seasoned data science professional looking for a role where you … can have significant impact, mentor a developing team, and contribute to cutting-edge analytics solutions, this could be the perfect opportunity. Role Overview As a Senior Data Scientist, you'll be a pivotal member of a cross-functional team, leading the enhancement and development of state-of-the-art features for the platform. You'll be responsible for … guiding the entire modelling lifecycle, from data preparation and analysis to the development of robust machine learning models and the creation of impactful, actionable visualisations. You'll also have the opportunity to shape the team's technical direction and mentor junior colleagues. Key Responsibilities Architecting and overseeing data preparation, cleansing, and structuring processes for advanced model development. Leading More ❯

Role: Lead Data Scientist Location: London (3 days per week onsite) Salary: £98,000 + Bonus Start Date: ASAP A leading AI-driven insights and analytics business is seeking a Lead Data Scientist to play a pivotal role in shaping the organisation’s data strategy. You’ll lead complex data science … projects from inception to deployment while mentoring a growing team of analysts and data scientists. This company combines qualitative research with quantitative data science to uncover the attitudes and behaviours driving customer decisions. The team leverages technology and AI to enhance, not replace, human creativity and insight. Responsibilities - Lead end-to-end execution of complex data science projects integrating statistical modelling, machine learning (ML), and deep learning (DL). - Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (product, engineering, business stakeholders) to deliver data-driven solutions. - Design and conduct hypothesis testing (A/B and multivariate testing) and apply causal inference methodologies. - Perform exploratory data analysis, feature engineering, and develop models across traditional statistical and More ❯

Role: Lead Data Scientist Location: London (3 days per week onsite) Salary: £98,000 + Bonus Start Date: ASAP A leading AI-driven insights and analytics business is seeking a Lead Data Scientist to play a pivotal role in shaping the organisation’s data strategy. You’ll lead complex data science … projects from inception to deployment while mentoring a growing team of analysts and data scientists. This company combines qualitative research with quantitative data science to uncover the attitudes and behaviours driving customer decisions. The team leverages technology and AI to enhance, not replace, human creativity and insight. Responsibilities - Lead end-to-end execution of complex data science projects integrating statistical modelling, machine learning (ML), and deep learning (DL). - Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (product, engineering, business stakeholders) to deliver data-driven solutions. - Design and conduct hypothesis testing (A/B and multivariate testing) and apply causal inference methodologies. - Perform exploratory data analysis, feature engineering, and develop models across traditional statistical and More ❯

Lead Data Scientist - 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 Data Scientist to drive innovation across the customer lifecycle. This is a hands-on, commercially focused role where you'll develop predictive … 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 … 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 More ❯

Lead Data Scientist - Routing Salary: Up to £100k + Benefits Location: London, Hybrid Data Idols is working with a leading logistics company that's reshaping how operations, data, and technology come together. As part of their growth, they're hiring a Data Scientist to join the Routing & Optimisation team, working on complex decision … problems that drive real-world efficiencies. This is an opportunity to be part of a high-impact, production-focused environment where data science meets operational excellence. The Opportunity Working closely with the Head of Routing & Optimisation, you'll design and develop scalable algorithms , heuristics , and ML/optimisation models that tackle some of the most critical challenges in logistics … teams with a fast-delivery mindset A proactive mindset with a bias for action and alignment with values like collaboration, curiosity, and getting things done If you're a data scientist who thrives on complex decision-making problems and wants to make a tangible impact in a fast-moving, tech-led logistics business, we'd love to hear More ❯

Lead Data Scientist | Biotech & Machine Learning | London (3/4 days per week onsite) About Excited to apply advanced machine learning to real-world biomedical discovery? This fast-growing biotech startup is building breakthrough algorithms that extract insight from complex, noisy time-series data - and they’re looking for a Senior Data Scientist to … help shape the future of proteomics. You’ll lead end-to-end projects applying deep learning, probabilistic modelling, and dynamic programming to biological datasets, working closely with scientists and engineers to turn research into production-grade tools. This is your chance to bring cutting-edge ML into the heart of biomedical innovation and see your work accelerate discoveries that … matter. 💡 Why join: Lead high-impact projects bridging AI and life sciences Collaborate with brilliant engineers and researchers solving hard problems Take ownership from research to deployment Flexible working, high autonomy, and a clear scientific mission 🚀 What they value: Curiosity and rigour in tackling complex scientific challenges A passion for transforming noisy data into meaningful insight Strong collaboration More ❯

Lead Data Scientist | Biotech & Machine Learning | London (3/4 days per week onsite) About Excited to apply advanced machine learning to real-world biomedical discovery? This fast-growing biotech startup is building breakthrough algorithms that extract insight from complex, noisy time-series data - and they’re looking for a Senior Data Scientist to … help shape the future of proteomics. You’ll lead end-to-end projects applying deep learning, probabilistic modelling, and dynamic programming to biological datasets, working closely with scientists and engineers to turn research into production-grade tools. This is your chance to bring cutting-edge ML into the heart of biomedical innovation and see your work accelerate discoveries that … matter. 💡 Why join: Lead high-impact projects bridging AI and life sciences Collaborate with brilliant engineers and researchers solving hard problems Take ownership from research to deployment Flexible working, high autonomy, and a clear scientific mission 🚀 What they value: Curiosity and rigour in tackling complex scientific challenges A passion for transforming noisy data into meaningful insight Strong collaboration More ❯

Lead Data Scientist (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 More ❯

Lead Data Scientist (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 More ❯

Lead Data Scientist | Life Science | Hybrid (London) Up to £130k + equity We’re partnering with a pioneering health technology company using machine learning and predictive analytics to transform how cardiovascular and metabolic diseases are detected, treated, and ultimately prevented. Their mission is to use AI and data science to extend global health span by identifying … individuals at risk of disease before symptoms occur. You’ll join as the first Data Science hire, building the foundation of a platform that integrates multi-modal biomedical data, deep learning models, and large-scale population datasets such as UK Biobank and Our Future Health. This is a rare opportunity to lead model development in a setting … ML pipelines, from research to deployment. Collaborate with clinicians, engineers, and product teams to translate scientific findings into scalable tools. Contribute to model evaluation, explainability, and validation across diverse data sources. About You PhD in Machine Learning, Computational Biology, Statistics, Bioinformatics, or related quantitative field. Background in cardiovascular, cardiometabolic, or precision medicine research. Proven experience developing deep learning models More ❯

Lead Data Scientist | Life Science | Hybrid (London) Up to £130k + equity We’re partnering with a pioneering health technology company using machine learning and predictive analytics to transform how cardiovascular and metabolic diseases are detected, treated, and ultimately prevented. Their mission is to use AI and data science to extend global health span by identifying … individuals at risk of disease before symptoms occur. You’ll join as the first Data Science hire, building the foundation of a platform that integrates multi-modal biomedical data, deep learning models, and large-scale population datasets such as UK Biobank and Our Future Health. This is a rare opportunity to lead model development in a setting … ML pipelines, from research to deployment. Collaborate with clinicians, engineers, and product teams to translate scientific findings into scalable tools. Contribute to model evaluation, explainability, and validation across diverse data sources. About You PhD in Machine Learning, Computational Biology, Statistics, Bioinformatics, or related quantitative field. Background in cardiovascular, cardiometabolic, or precision medicine research. Proven experience developing deep learning models More ❯

Lead Data Scientist Up to £100,000 London (2-3 days onsite per week - client travel) Company: Join a management consultancy that has been disrupting the industry for over a decade. They work across sectors including Defence, Retail, Government, and Healthcare, delivering bespoke Data Science and Machine Learning solutions. By combining strategy, innovation, and execution, they … help organizations turn bold ideas into real-world impact Responsibilities: Own the end-to-end delivery of complex data science and machine learning projects Define and drive data science strategies that align with client goals and broader organizational objectives. Develop tailored models and algorithms to solve unique client problems to deliver real business value. Stay at the forefront More ❯

Lead Data Scientist Up to £100,000 London (2-3 days onsite per week - client travel) Company: Join a management consultancy that has been disrupting the industry for over a decade. They work across sectors including Defence, Retail, Government, and Healthcare, delivering bespoke Data Science and Machine Learning solutions. By combining strategy, innovation, and execution, they … help organizations turn bold ideas into real-world impact Responsibilities: Own the end-to-end delivery of complex data science and machine learning projects Define and drive data science strategies that align with client goals and broader organizational objectives. Develop tailored models and algorithms to solve unique client problems to deliver real business value. Stay at the forefront More ❯

Lead Data Scientist Up to £150,000 London (Hybrid, 2-3 days onsite per week) Company: This private equity and investment start-up are focused on streamlining and improving performance by reimagining value creation capabilities. They are utilising cutting-edge AI to generate performance insights on each aspect of the investment lifecycle. Responsibilities: Build machine learning predictive … a fast-paced, collaborative environment. How to Apply: Please register your interest by sending your CV to Emily Burgess via the Apply link on this page. Keywords: Machine Learning, Data Science, start-up, Investment, Equity More ❯

Lead Data Scientist Up to £150,000 London (Hybrid, 2-3 days onsite per week) Company: This private equity and investment start-up are focused on streamlining and improving performance by reimagining value creation capabilities. They are utilising cutting-edge AI to generate performance insights on each aspect of the investment lifecycle. Responsibilities: Build machine learning predictive … a fast-paced, collaborative environment. How to Apply: Please register your interest by sending your CV to Emily Burgess via the Apply link on this page. Keywords: Machine Learning, Data Science, start-up, Investment, Equity More ❯

Lead Data Scientist - 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 More ❯

Lead Data Scientist - 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 More ❯

Reference number: 434988 Salary: £ 61,575 - £69,238 Hours: Full time, part time, flexible working Contract: Permanent Location: Belfast, Cardiff, Edinburgh, London, Manchester If you are an experienced Data Scientist with strong technical skills, then this is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the delivery of data science projects at the Competition and Markets … CMA We help people, businesses, and the UK economy by promoting competitive markets and tackling unfair behaviour. Our work is wide ranging, ambitious and often new and challenging. The Data, Technology and Insight Unit (DTI Directorate) encompasses Strategic Insight, Analysis & AI and Technology & Digital. The Directorate provides the CMA with specialist skills and capability to keep pace with fast … moving digital markets, rapidly developing business models and the growing use of data and algorithms. We ensure everyone in the CMA has access to the tools they require to effectively do their jobs and are leading our digital transformation programme to increase the organisations efficiency, effectiveness and capabilities including using AI. The Directorate is key to ensuring that the More ❯

Lead & Principal – AI, Data Science (Consulting) We are supporting a consultancy that is building an advanced AI, data science, and simulation capability. The organisation is recruiting experienced Leads and Principals to help shape and deliver real-world, measurable impact through applied AI and data solutions. This is a chance to join a growing consulting practice at … to improve public health outcomes. About the roles Leads and Principals will play a key role in developing and delivering projects that combine machine learning, generative AI, simulation, and data science. The work requires strong consulting capability, technical depth, and the ability to translate data solutions into tangible business outcomes. Leads typically bring around three to five years … client partners to design and sell effective solutions. What we’re looking for The consultancy is interested in individuals who: Have delivered measurable impact through AI, machine learning, or data-driven solutions Combine technical expertise with consulting experience and strong client influence Are curious, independent thinkers who bring fresh ideas and challenge conventional approaches Thrive in collaborative teams and More ❯

Lead & Principal – AI, Data Science (Consulting) We are supporting a consultancy that is building an advanced AI, data science, and simulation capability. The organisation is recruiting experienced Leads and Principals to help shape and deliver real-world, measurable impact through applied AI and data solutions. This is a chance to join a growing consulting practice at … to improve public health outcomes. About the roles Leads and Principals will play a key role in developing and delivering projects that combine machine learning, generative AI, simulation, and data science. The work requires strong consulting capability, technical depth, and the ability to translate data solutions into tangible business outcomes. Leads typically bring around three to five years … client partners to design and sell effective solutions. What we’re looking for The consultancy is interested in individuals who: Have delivered measurable impact through AI, machine learning, or data-driven solutions Combine technical expertise with consulting experience and strong client influence Are curious, independent thinkers who bring fresh ideas and challenge conventional approaches Thrive in collaborative teams and More ❯

Remote Role – Central London Office This is a fully remote role but you MUST be UK based and not require a visa to work. Lead R Data Scientist - Sustainability The Organisation Our client develops cutting-edge navigator software for the global agricultural sector, helping farmers transition toward more sustainable practices through science-backed analytics. Their software provides … findings into practical models for farmers and land managers, enabling them to understand their systems better and build more sustainable, profitable operations. Position Overview We're seeking an experienced Data Engineer to join our client's Sustainability team as the lead technical specialist in our R-focused Research Software Engineering group. You'll create and maintain the technical … infrastructure that enables our sustainability experts and data scientists to develop innovative agricultural sustainability solutions. Core Functions Lead technical best practices across R package design, code architecture, documentation, and dependency management Establish and oversee versioning and CI/CD systems to enhance team workflows Guide team members in code architecture, development standards, and deployment processes Serve as the More ❯

Remote Role – Central London Office This is a fully remote role but you MUST be UK based and not require a visa to work. Lead R Data Scientist - Sustainability The Organisation Our client develops cutting-edge navigator software for the global agricultural sector, helping farmers transition toward more sustainable practices through science-backed analytics. Their software provides … findings into practical models for farmers and land managers, enabling them to understand their systems better and build more sustainable, profitable operations. Position Overview We're seeking an experienced Data Engineer to join our client's Sustainability team as the lead technical specialist in our R-focused Research Software Engineering group. You'll create and maintain the technical … infrastructure that enables our sustainability experts and data scientists to develop innovative agricultural sustainability solutions. Core Functions Lead technical best practices across R package design, code architecture, documentation, and dependency management Establish and oversee versioning and CI/CD systems to enhance team workflows Guide team members in code architecture, development standards, and deployment processes Serve as the More ❯