Senior Data Scientist / Lead Data Scientist London (4 days a week in office) Up to £150,000 Benefits Are you an exceptional data scientist looking for your next challenge? This is a fantastic opportunity to work at the forefront of data-driven decision-making for a leading private equity firm, supporting their deal-making process and portfolio growth initiatives. Our client, in the PE space, is seeking a Senior Data Scientist / Lead Data Scientist to join their London-based team. You’ll work within a high-performance environment, delivering cutting-edge data science solutions to drive investment decisions and maximize portfolio value. This is a rare opportunity to collaborate with deal teams and portfolio executives, utlising advanced analytics and AI to generate meaningful impact. Key Responsibilities Lead data science projects from end to end, scoping with stakeholders and delivering impactful solutions. Develop advanced AI and analytics models to support diligence and drive value creation across the portfolio. Manage and mentor junior team members, ensuring quality and consistency in project outcomes. Create internal tools, reusable codebases, and dashboards to enhance efficiency and insight generation. Build trusted relationships with senior executives, influencing decisions and shaping outcomes. About You A strong academic background in a STEM field, with a Master’s degree preferred. Extensive experience in data science or analytics, ideally within a top-tier consultancy or equivalent high-performance environment. Proficiency in Python, R, SQL, and familiarity with big data tools such as Databricks or Snowflake. Skilled in data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI, and a solid grasp of DevOps best practices. Strong commercial acumen, problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills. Experience in private equity or financial services is highly desirable. Please note - this role cannot offer sponsorship.