Senior Data Scientist – Econometrics & Advanced Attribution

Description

Senior Data Scientist - Econometrics & Advanced Attribution

Location: London / Hybrid - UK remote a possible option
Type: Full-Time/Permanent
Salary: Negotiable DoE £70,000 - £100,000 plus good bonus
Job Reference: J12971

About the Company

Our client are a fast-growing Data Science, Machine Learning, and AI Consultancy supporting some of the UK and Europe's leading private equity firms and high-growth businesses. Their work spans strategic data science engagements, AI product development, and long-term technology partnerships. As they scale, their ambition is to evolve into the UK's first data-native investment firm-raising their own fund and co-investing alongside leading private equity partners using advanced analytics and AI to drive differentiated returns.

Projects range from bespoke consulting and modelling engagements to the development of scalable AI-enabled solutions across marketing, operations, and investment analytics.

The Role

They are seeking a Senior Data Scientist with deep expertise in econometrics and advanced attribution modelling to lead a flagship client engagement with one of the world's most prominent education businesses. This individual will take end-to-end ownership of Marketing Mix Modelling (MMM) and work closely with senior stakeholders to drive measurable commercial outcomes.

In addition to technical delivery, the role involves experimentation design, implementation of testing frameworks, and ongoing refinement of model outputs.

The ideal candidate will also contribute to the strategic development of their advanced attribution offering, support new business efforts, and playing a leadership role in growing data science capabilities.

This is a high-impact role suited to someone who combines technical depth with commercial acumen and is motivated by the opportunity to shape and grow a critical function within the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of advanced attribution models (MMM) for a global education client, delivering actionable insights that drive growth and efficiency.
• Design and analyse experiments (e.g. geo-testing, holdouts) to validate and continuously improve model recommendations.
• Work closely with client stakeholders, including executive teams, to translate analytical findings into strategic actions.
• Contribute to the expansion of our attribution and marketing science capabilities, including methodologies, processes, and tooling.
• Collaborate on business development initiatives, including proposal creation, solution design, and client presentations.

Additional Requirements:
Candidates must have an existing and future right to live and work in the UK. Sponsorship at any point is not available.

If this sounds like the role for you and you'd like to hear more then please apply today!