Data Scientist – 11323SR4

Proactive.IT Appointments Limited
Bristol
1 month ago
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Data Scientist

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Data Scientist

Data Scientist

Data Scientist

11323SR4
£50k – 70k per year


Data Scientist | Bristol (2 days onsite) | £50,000–£70,000 + Benefits


We’re recruiting on behalf of our client for an exciting Data Scientist position based in Bristol. This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to play a key part in elevating how data, analytics, and technology are used across the organisation.


As a Data Scientist, you’ll work closely alongside the Reporting & Analytics team, engaging directly with business stakeholders to understand their needs and translate data into meaningful insights. You’ll be delivering advanced analytics, predictive modelling, and machine learning solutions that support smarter decision-making and help shape the business’s future direction.


This is a role with real influence — you’ll have the scope to introduce new ideas, champion best practices, and contribute to the development of the organisation’s wider data and technology landscape. There’s also the opportunity to provide guidance to more junior team members and support the continuous improvement of analytics capability across the business.


What you can expect:

✨ A varied role combining analytics, modelling, visualisation, and stakeholder engagement
✨ Influence over the organisation’s data and technology approach
✨ The freedom to propose new methods, tools, and ways of working
✨ Close collaboration with senior stakeholders
✨ Hybrid working – 2 days a week onsite in Bristol


Technical experience we’re looking for:

  • SQL Server, Python, R, Power BI
  • Advanced analytics, predictive modelling & machine learning
  • Data visualisation and clear insight storytelling
  • Experience with Azure and awareness of emerging technologies, including AI
  • Ability to explain complex outputs to non-technical audiences

Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted.


Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation


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