This position is offered on a 12‑month FTC basis
Join us as we embark on an exciting new chapter in our brand-new office at Circle Square, Manchester.
Driven by increasing demand for Data Science and AI solutions across the business, we’re expanding our teams. We’re looking for an experienced Data Scientist who knows how to turn data into real commercial impact. This is a hands‑on role for someone who’s built and deployed models in production - predicting churn, defining next‑best actions, delivering customer segmentation, and working with time‑series data in a commercial setting.
You’ll bring a strong mathematical and statistical foundation, an MSc, PhD or equivalent, and solid experience using Python and platforms like Databricks to deliver data science and AI at scale. The role is ideal for those with relevant professional experience who are ready to hit the ground running in a business environment.
Responsibilities
- Apply expertise in mathematics, statistics, data science, machine learning and AI (Including GenAI) to deliver business value by solve complex business problems.
- Develop, test, deploy, monitor and maintain data products In production using Industry best practice MLOps capabilities.
- Adhere to all data science governance, regulatory and legal requirements and best practice.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues from across different disciplines Including but not limited data engineering, data modellers, architects, risk and compliance and business functions.
- Communicate outputs and findings to a range of stakeholders with a clear focus on the business value.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
- A Data Science and AI expert with a proven track record in leveraging data science and AI methods to solve business problems and deliver tangible business value.
- Educated to MSc, PhD or equivalent apprenticeship level in physics, mathematics, statistics, data science, AI or computer science.
- Proven expertise In using relevant coding languages (Python, SQL etc.), tools (e.g. GIT, CI/CD pipelines, MLFlow etc.) and platforms (Databricks etc.) to deliver data products.
- Strong problem-solving skills are essential, along with an ability to manage a varied workload.
- Effective communication skills with ability to convey "why do we care" messages clearly to broad range of stakeholders having different technical capabilities.
- Motivated by delivering results in a fast‑paced digital and transformational organisation. Collaborative, team player with a tenacious, resilient mentality and can do attitude.
- Experience in the Telecommunications sector is a bonus
What We Offer
- Flexible hybrid working – with a minimum of 50% office presence to support teamwork and connection
- Collaborative office spaces designed for creative thinking and innovation
- Generous holiday package – 25 days annual leave, 3 wellbeing days, and your birthday off (plus the option to buy up to 10 more days!)
- Private healthcare for all employees
- Competitive pension scheme and performance‑related bonus opportunities
- Free broadband for all employees
- Life event gifts – celebrating milestones like marriages and births
- Inclusive employee networks – open to all, supporting peer connection and thought‑provoking conversations
- Salary sacrifice scheme – save on dental, gym, and more
- Big retail and leisure discounts
- 3 paid volunteering days a year – because making a difference matters to us too
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