Senior Data Scientist

CompanyHarnham

LocationLondon Area, United Kingdom

Posted At11/19/2025

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Actuaries, economists and statisticians

Occupation Code Skill LevelHigher Skilled

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£55,100 (£28.26 per hour)

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Description

Senior Data Scientist - Private Equity

London – 4 days in office

Up to £100,000

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognised private equity firm specialising in secondary markets, is seeking a Data Scientist to join their growing data science function. Working directly as part of the deal team, you’ll develop advanced analytics solutions that support data-driven investment decisions and help shape the firm’s long-term strategy.

This is an opportunity to join a high-performing, fast-paced environment where data science is becoming increasingly central to the investment process.

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate closely with the deal team to identify where data science can unlock value and enhance decision-making.
Build data tools, dashboards, and analytical products to support investment evaluation and portfolio monitoring.
Analyse large, complex datasets to extract actionable insights and communicate findings clearly to senior stakeholders.
Partner with Senior Data Scientists and investment professionals to iterate and improve analytical solutions.

Proactively research and trial new data science techniques, tools, and methodologies to strengthen the team’s capabilities.

You will play a key role in delivering:

Data-driven insights that enhance investment strategy.
Scalable analytics tools for portfolio and deal monitoring.
Improved efficiencies across the broader investment process.
Robust exploratory analyses to support strategic decision-making.

What We’re Looking For

A strong academic background in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field.
At least 4 years’ experience in a data science or analytical role.
Strong Python programming skills.
Confidence in conducting exploratory data analysis independently.
Experience with SQL is advantageous.
Familiarity with visualisation tools such as PowerBI is a plus.
A proactive, detail-oriented mindset with a strong commitment to accuracy.
Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach.
A desire to grow within a dynamic, fast-evolving environment.

If this role looks of interest, please apply below.