Senior Data Scientist

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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.

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Location:
City Of London
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Technology

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