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Data Scientist
SSE plcLondon, England, United Kingdom
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£55,100
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
Our predicted code SOC 2433 (81% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £55,100, and SSE plc is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the published rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
About the role
Base Location: You'll be expected to spend 50% of your working week in one of the following locations :London, Reading, Havant, Glasgow or Perth
Salary: £competitive + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available
The role
This role offers the opportunity to innovate how risk, controls and assurance activities are assessed by applying advanced analytics, statistical modelling and AI to identify emerging risks, strengthen control insights and support more proactive decision-making. Working at the intersection of data science and assurance, the role will help shape scalable, data-driven approaches that improve the efficiency, consistency and impact of audit, risk and controls work across the Group.
You will
You have
Salary: £competitive + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available
The role
This role offers the opportunity to innovate how risk, controls and assurance activities are assessed by applying advanced analytics, statistical modelling and AI to identify emerging risks, strengthen control insights and support more proactive decision-making. Working at the intersection of data science and assurance, the role will help shape scalable, data-driven approaches that improve the efficiency, consistency and impact of audit, risk and controls work across the Group.
You will
- Use data, analytics and AI to help improve how risks, controls and assurance activities are identified, monitored and understood.
- Build statistical and machine learning models that detect patterns, anomalies and emerging risks across complex data sets.
- Develop dashboards, visualisations and clear insights that help teams make better decisions and take action with confidence.
- Work closely with assurance, risk, controls and technology colleagues to turn business questions into practical data solutions.
You have
- Experience using data, analytics or AI to solve practical business problems and turn complex information into clear insight.
- Strong skills in data analysis, statistical modelling or machine learning, with the ability to work confidently with large and varied data sets.
- Good technical capability in tools such as SQL, Python, Databricks or Power BI, or the ability to quickly build capability in similar platforms.
SSE’s purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. Our Transforming for Growth investment plan sees us investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030.
Our Group Risk & Audit teams support SSE in meeting all risk management responsibilities, including UK Corporate Governance Code obligations. They undertake assurance reviews to help identify and mitigate against any risks that could impact our performance, integrity, solvency or liquidity.
Flexible Benefits To Fit Your Life
Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.
Work with an equal opportunity employer
SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact francesca.palmer@sse.com / 01738 344763 to discuss how we can support you.
We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.
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Where this offer sits in the market
SOC 2433 · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · ~40k in sampleP25 £42kP75 £74k
£36kmedian £53kgoing rate £55k£74k
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. SSE plc holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2433 going rate of £55,100. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.