Data Scientist- Consumer Behaviour

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Datatech are working exclusively with a boutique start up in London, staffed across the UK, US and Canada, to grow their team. This leading consumer behavioural data organisation are servicing some of the largest brands and media companies worldwide and have been working for the last 6 + years adding value to their clients.

This company have an incredible amount of data, and having just skimmed the surface of this, there is a huge opportunity to delve deeper and bring their potential to life.

For the role of Data Scientist, we are looking for an enthusiastic and driven individual, ready to get stuck into some extremely interesting projects and work with some huge global brands.

In this role, you will be responsible for modelling, applying econometric techniques such as regression analysis and using technologies such as SQL and Python.

You'll be working in an incredibly supportive and social team, where each employee is an individual contributor and has a voice to produce ideas and ways of success.

The Role
• Gather, refine, and pre-process large-scale media datasets from diverse sources (CRM, ad servers, audience panels) to ensure accuracy and readiness for analysis.
• Apply econometric techniques such as regression analysis, time series modelling, and panel data analysis to uncover insights into the impact of media spend on business outcomes.
• Deliver data-driven insights to optimize media buying strategies, guiding channel allocation, budget distribution, and creative testing for maximum impact.
• Advanced analytics- explore advanced data analysis techniques, such as machine learning, to improve model accuracy and uncover deeper, more actionable insights.

The Ideal Candidate
• 5+ years of experience with a strong proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques (e.g., SQL, Python).
• Knowledge of different media channels (social media, print, television, online advertising) and their metrics.
• Previous Econometrics background, expertise in statical methods like linear regression
• Data modelling knowledge.
• Understanding business objectives and ability to translate data insights into actionable actions.

If this sounds like the role for you then please apply today!

Alternatively, you can refer a friend or colleague by taking part in our fantastic referral schemes! If you have a friend or colleague who would be interested in this role, please refer them to us. For each relevant candidate that you introduce to us (there is no limit) and we place, you will be entitled to our general gift/voucher scheme.

Datatech is one of the UK's leading recruitment agencies in the field of analytics and host of the critically acclaimed event, Women in Data. For more information, visit our website: (url removed)

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