Principal Data Scientist (London)

This range is provided by TrueNorth. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range Direct message the job poster from TrueNorth Building High-Performing AI/ML & Data Science Teams | TrueNorth Principal Data Scientist Location: London (Hybrid) One of our clients are looking for a Principal Data Scientist who thrives at the intersection of advanced analytics and commercial strategy. This is a high-impact, client-facing leadership role where you’ll apply your deep technical expertise to drive growth, uncover new opportunities, and deliver transformative AI and data science solutions. The Opportunity As a senior leader within the team, you’ll play a central role in shaping their data science offerings and influencing business outcomes—both internally and for their clients. You’ll lead the development and delivery of next-gen solutions, guide commercial strategies, and act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders. Responsibilities Develop and lead go-to-market strategies for AI and data science services. Identify and pursue high-value commercial opportunities and partnerships. Drive business development and client acquisition initiatives. Client Engagement & Advisory Partner with C-suite and senior stakeholders to translate data insights into actionable business strategies. Lead proposal development, pitch presentations, and contract negotiations. Ensure delivery of impactful, revenue-generating analytics solutions. Data Science & AI Innovation Design and deploy machine learning models and advanced analytics that optimise performance, customer engagement, and profitability. Support strategic decision-making through data-driven insights and predictive modelling. Team Leadership & Capability Building Lead cross-functional teams of data scientists, engineers, and business experts. Foster a results-oriented, commercially-focused team culture. Collaborate across departments to align data initiatives with business priorities. Performance & ROI Measurement Define success metrics and frameworks for tracking the commercial impact of data science initiatives. Build business cases to support investments and ensure measurable outcomes. Qualifications & Experience 8+ years in data science, analytics, or AI, with at least 3 years in a senior commercial or consulting role. Proficiency in tools and platforms such as Python, SQL, Vector stores & graphs, Power BI, Looker, and modern analytics stacks. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a quantitative field (e.G. Data Science, Statistics, Economics). MBA or business qualifications are a plus. Strong track record in generating revenue and leading commercial data science initiatives. Proven experience working with senior stakeholders and translating complex technical concepts into business value. Ability to lead high-performing teams and drive cross-functional collaboration with clear, outcome-oriented focus. Demonstrated success delivering high-impact projects that have directly contributed to revenue growth, customer acquisition, or operational efficiency. Deep understanding of commercial business models and market dynamics. Seniority level Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Information Technology Industries Staffing and Recruiting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at TrueNorth by 2x Get notified about new Data Scientist jobs in London Area, United Kingdom . London, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago London, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Associate (Data Scientist) - London, Wroclaw London, England, United Kingdom 4 hours ago London, England, United Kingdom 14 hours ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago London, England, United Kingdom 2 months ago Greater London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago London, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago London, England, United Kingdom £60,000.00-£120,000.001 month ago Data Scientist – Data Science Analytics and Enablement (DSAE) London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago London, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago London, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago Greater London, England, United Kingdom 2 months ago Data Scientist, Internship, United Kingdom - BCG X London, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago London, England, United Kingdom 4 days ago Data Scientist, Marketing Insights and Analytics London, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago London, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr