Data Science Consultant

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Data Science Consultant
Datatech Analytics London Area, United Kingdom (Hybrid)

London | Manchester Hybrid

£Competitive + Bonus + Benefits

Datatech Analytics is partnering with a leading global consultancy to appoint a Data Science Consultant to join a growing Digital & Data practice.

This role sits within a multidisciplinary team of data scientists, engineers and consultants delivering advanced analytics solutions across sectors including financial services, energy, government, defence, health and consumer industries.

You will work closely with clients to translate complex business challenges into analytical approaches, building models and data-driven solutions that support better decision making.

There is particular interest in candidates with backgrounds in Operational Research and Geospatial analytics, where mathematical modelling and spatial analysis can drive insight into complex systems, optimisation challenges and real-world decision making.

The Role

As a Senior Data Science Consultant you will combine strong technical capability with consulting skills, working directly with clients to design, develop and deploy advanced analytics and machine learning solutions.

You will work across the full analytics lifecycle, from problem definition and exploratory analysis through to model development, deployment and stakeholder communication.

Typical responsibilities include:

• Designing and delivering advanced analytics, machine learning and modelling solutions

• Translating client business challenges into analytical frameworks and data-driven insights

• Developing predictive models and operational research approaches for complex decision problems

• Applying spatial or geospatial analytics where relevant to support real-world applications

• Working with cross-functional teams including product, engineering and design

• Communicating analytical approaches and findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders

Key Skills and Experience

We are looking for candidates with strong academic foundations and experience applying advanced analytics in real-world environments.

You may bring experience across:

• Data science, machine learning or statistical modelling

• Operational research, optimisation or mathematical modelling

• Geospatial analysis or spatial data modelling

• Python, SQL and data analysis tools

• Data visualisation and dashboard development

• Experience working with large datasets and cloud based analytics environments

A degree, MSc or PhD in a quantitative discipline such as data science, mathematics, operational research, physics or statistics would typically be expected.

Why This Role

This is an opportunity to work at the intersection of advanced analytics, consulting and real-world impact, helping organisations solve complex challenges through data.

You will work alongside experienced technologists, scientists and consultants on varied projects across multiple industries, while continuing to deepen your technical expertise and develop your consulting capability.

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