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Talent STEM are partnering with an innovative scientific organisation operating within the analytical testing and laboratory services sector to recruit a Laboratory Technician Analytical Chemistry for their laboratory team on an initial 6 month contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate looking to begin their career within a laboratory environment. The organisation provides specialist analytical services to a diverse range of industries and offers structured training, professional development and long-term career progression opportunities. The role would suit somebody who has recently completed a degree in Chemistry, Forensic Science or a related scientific discipline and is looking to gain valuable hands-on laboratory experience within a commercial setting. Key responsibilities - Preparing samples for chemical analysis - Supporting laboratory testing activities in accordance with established procedures - Operating and maintaining laboratory instrumentation and equipment - Recording, reviewing and reporting analytical data accurately - Assisting with method development and laboratory investigations where required - Ensuring compliance with laboratory quality standards and procedures - Supporting routine laboratory housekeeping and stock control activities - Following health and safety procedures and maintaining a safe working environment - Working closely with senior scientists and laboratory personnel to support project delivery Candidate profile We are interested in speaking with candidates who have: - A degree in Chemistry, Forensic Science or a related scientific discipline - Full right to work in the UK without current or future sponsorship requirements - A genuine interest in analytical chemistry and laboratory-based work - Strong attention to detail and organisational skills - Good written and verbal communication skills - The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team - A proactive approach and willingness to learn new techniques and processes - Previous laboratory experience gained through university projects, placements or industrial experience would be advantageous but is not essential Graduates from Chemistry, Forensic Science, Pharmaceutical Science, Analytical Science, Biochemistry and related disciplines are encouraged to apply. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing scientific organisation offering comprehensive training, exposure to advanced laboratory techniques and genuine opportunities for long-term career development. Please note that applicants must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this position. For further information or a confidential discussion, please contact Talent STEM. Talent STEM is a specialist recruitment consultancy supporting the scientific, engineering, clinical, chemical, pharmaceutical, FMCG, environmental, waste, biotechnology and medical device sectors.

Senior Data Analyst - 515/day (Inside IR35) - Remote UK Nationality and Palantir (FDP) are essential to apply for this role I'm currently looking for a Senior Data Analyst / Data Scientist to join a high-impact public sector organisation, working on a major digital screening programme. This is a great opportunity to play a key role in shaping how data is presented, interpreted, and used to inform decisions through high-quality dashboards and reporting products. What you'll be doing You'll be embedded within a collaborative Agile team, working closely with Data Engineers, Data Scientists and UCD professionals to deliver meaningful data products. On a day-to-day basis, you will: Design and develop data dashboards and visualisations Translate user needs into clear metrics, insights and data stories Work closely with stakeholders to understand requirements and refine outputs Validate dashboards and reporting outputs directly with users Support iterative product development in an Agile environment Contribute to a strong engineering culture, including CI/CD, TDD and DevSecOps practices Pair programme and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams What I need from you (essential) To be considered, your CV must clearly show experience with the following: Python and/or BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, Looker Studio) Palantir (FDP) Design and delivery of dashboards / data visualisations Translating user needs into insights and data stories User validation and iterative product delivery Agile delivery environments If these skills aren't clearly visible on your CV, you're unlikely to be shortlisted - so please make sure they are easy to find before applying. Nice to have (not essential) Experience within a wider public sector data environment Exposure to screening or clinical datasets What this role IS A hands-on data visualisation and insight-driven role A chance to influence real digital services used at scale A collaborative, Agile environment with strong technical teams A role where you'll work closely with users and stakeholders What this role ISN'T Not a purely engineering or backend-heavy data role Not a basic reporting role with no user interaction Not suitable if you lack experience in dashboard delivery or Palantir Not a role where you'll work in isolation with no stakeholder engagement Key Details 515 per day (Inside IR35) Start ASAP Contract running until November 2026 (extensions likely) Remote with occasional travel to London Must be a UK National with 5+ years continuous UK residency Next Steps If this aligns with your experience, send me your CV and make sure it clearly highlights the key skills in bold above - this will help fast-track your application. If your experience matches, I'll be in touch quickly to talk through the next steps. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Senior Research Consultant London - hybrid working 4x in office Up to £60,000 This is a chance to join a fast-growing research and technology startup at a pivotal stage of its journey. You will work on high impact social and political research while gaining hands on exposure to cutting edge AI driven research tools. The role offers real ownership, variety, and the opportunity to influence both client outcomes and how research is delivered. The Company They are a Series A to B stage B2B research and technology business. The organisation combines experienced researchers with engineers and data scientists to deliver faster and deeper insight than traditional agencies. Their work is purpose-led, supporting mission-driven organisations, foundations, and policy-focused clients. Alongside core consulting, they are launching a new AI-powered qualitative research product. The Role Own the end to end delivery of bespoke quantitative and mixed methods research projects Act as a day to day client contact, managing relationships and ensuring high quality delivery Design questionnaires, manage sampling and weighting, and lead analysis Produce clear and compelling outputs including decks, written reports, tables, and visualisations Translate research findings into strategic recommendations for campaigns and policy decisions Collaborate closely with analytics specialists on advanced techniques such as segmentation and regression Contribute to qualitative research, including analysis of interviews and AI moderated outputs Engage with and help evolve AI driven research workflows and tools Your Skills and Experience Strong commercial experience delivering quantitative or mixed methods research Exposure to social, political, or opinion research in a professional setting Confidence owning projects from design through to delivery, with appropriate support Experience working directly with clients and managing multiple workstreams Ability to interpret data, tell a clear story, and communicate insight effectively Interest in AI tools, advanced analytics, or new research technologies Comfortable working in a fast moving, bespoke, insight led environment rather than long term trackers What They Offer Rapid progression opportunities, with this role viewed as a pathway to Research Manager High autonomy, low hierarchy, and exposure to senior stakeholders The chance to work on meaningful projects with global impact How to Apply If you are excited by insight-led research, emerging technology, and taking real ownership of projects, apply now to find out more.

Applied Data Scientist - Commercial Analytics & Market Intelligence Initial 6 month contract London or Reading - hybrid working £350pd-£435pd inside IR35 We're partnering with a global organisation seeking a Data Science Engineer to play a key role in shaping data-driven commercial strategy across their Education business. This is a highly impactful opportunity focused on building sophisticated market intelligence and predictive analytics models that directly influence go-to-market strategy, customer growth and long-term revenue planning. The role sits within a cross-functional environment working closely with Product Marketing, Sales Strategy, Data Engineering and senior business stakeholders to identify untapped market opportunities and optimise commercial performance through advanced analytics and scalable data solutions. What you'll be doing: Design and deliver sophisticated rSAM (Remaining Sales Addressable Market) models to quantify untapped revenue opportunities across global education markets. Partner with commercial and product stakeholders to understand complex education-sector dynamics, including subscription models, institutional procurement structures and consortium purchasing behaviours. Build scalable end-to-end data pipelines incorporating customer attributes, behavioural signals and predictive model outputs. Develop and enhance propensity models to optimise customer acquisition and education-focused sales strategies. Deliver strategic insights and market opportunity analysis to senior leadership, supporting commercial planning and data-driven decision making. Translate complex analytical findings into clear, actionable business recommendations for both technical and non-technical audiences. What they're looking for: Experience within Data Science, Analytics Engineering or Commercial Data environments. Advanced SQL expertise, ideally working with large-scale datasets within Databricks or similar modern data platforms. Strong Python skills for data manipulation, statistical analysis and predictive modelling. Proven experience developing and optimising predictive analytics or revenue-driving data science models. Experience with propensity modelling or customer growth modelling would be highly beneficial. Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to communicate complex insights clearly to senior business audiences. Comfortable operating within fast-paced, evolving environments with multiple cross-functional stakeholders. This role would suit someone who enjoys combining deep technical data expertise with commercially focused problem solving and strategic business impact.

PRODUCT DATA ANALYST / SCIENTIST UP TO £85,000 HYBRID - LONDON 2x PER WEEK + 1x MONTHLY TEAM TRAVEL Please note, you must be a UK resident and citizen to apply THE COMPANY Backed by private equity, this fast-growing consumer technology business is on a mission to become more product-focused and deliver greater personalisation for its users. With strong leadership and exciting growth plans, they're now looking for a senior-level Product Data Analyst/Scientist to help shape product strategy and deliver actionable insights. THE ROLE As a Product Data Analyst/Scientist, you will: Own and drive product analytics, focusing on user behaviour and personalisation. Deliver insights that directly influence product strategy and experimentation. Build and maintain dashboards to track product performance and user engagement. Partner with stakeholders across product and analytics to communicate insights effectively. Support the business in becoming more data-driven, shaping commercial and product decisions. YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Experience in product analytics, within B2C consumer tech businesses Strong SQL skills essential. Proficiency with data visualisation tools (Looker preferred, open to others). Experience with Python desirable. Product analytics expertise: experimentation, dashboarding, and driving product strategy. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Experience influencing product roadmaps and delivering commercial impact. BENEFITS Opportunity to influence product strategy in a PE-backed, high-growth business. Work closely with senior leadership, including the Director of Analytics. Competitive salary plus benefits.

Lead ML Engineer (12-month FTC) £80,000 - £90,000 Remote (UK Based Only) This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior, hands-on ML Engineering role where you will shape how machine learning is delivered, scaled, and embedded across a large, complex organisation. THE COMPANY They are a large, well-established professional services organisation with a strong reputation for quality, trust, and long-term client relationships. Data and AI are a strategic priority, with significant internal backing to move from successful proof of concepts to robust, production-grade platforms. THE ROLE As a Lead ML Engineer, you will take ownership of ML Engineering delivery end-to-end, helping define best practice while remaining highly hands-on. Specifically, you can expect to be involved in the following: Leading the ML Engineering capability and contributing to the wider data and AI strategy. Designing, building, and productionising ML pipelines aligned to business goals. Delivering NLP and LLM-driven solutions, including fine-tuning and deployment. Implementing strong MLOps practices across model training, deployment, and monitoring. Working closely with Data Scientists to support, maintain, and improve models in production. Building APIs and data products that enable ML solutions to be consumed across the business. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE The successful Lead ML Engineer will have the following skills and experience: Commercial experience delivering ML solutions end-to-end. Strong Python and SQL skills, with experience building data and ML pipelines. Hands-on experience with Databricks and Azure. Practical experience with NLP and LLMs, including fine-tuning and applied use cases. Solid understanding of MLOps, CI/CD for ML, and production model monitoring. Exeperience with stakeholders and translating business problems into technical solutions. Experience building or integrating APIs, such as with FastAPI, is beneficial. BENEFITS The successful Lead ML Engineer will receive the following benefits: Salary between £80,000 - £90,000 - depending on experience HOW TO APPLY Please register your interest by sending your resume to Majid Latif via the Apply link on this page.

Lead ML Engineer (12-month FTC) £80,000 - £90,000 Remote (UK Based Only) This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior, hands-on ML Engineering role where you will shape how machine learning is delivered, scaled, and embedded across a large, complex organisation. THE COMPANY They are a large, well-established professional services organisation with a strong reputation for quality, trust, and long-term client relationships. Data and AI are a strategic priority, with significant internal backing to move from successful proof of concepts to robust, production-grade platforms. THE ROLE As a Lead ML Engineer, you will take ownership of ML Engineering delivery end-to-end, helping define best practice while remaining highly hands-on. Specifically, you can expect to be involved in the following: Leading the ML Engineering capability and contributing to the wider data and AI strategy. Designing, building, and productionising ML pipelines aligned to business goals. Delivering NLP and LLM-driven solutions, including fine-tuning and deployment. Implementing strong MLOps practices across model training, deployment, and monitoring. Working closely with Data Scientists to support, maintain, and improve models in production. Building APIs and data products that enable ML solutions to be consumed across the business. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE The successful Lead ML Engineer will have the following skills and experience: Commercial experience delivering ML solutions end-to-end. Strong Python and SQL skills, with experience building data and ML pipelines. Hands-on experience with Databricks and Azure. Practical experience with NLP and LLMs, including fine-tuning and applied use cases. Solid understanding of MLOps, CI/CD for ML, and production model monitoring. Exeperience with stakeholders and translating business problems into technical solutions. Experience building or integrating APIs, such as with FastAPI, is beneficial. BENEFITS The successful Lead ML Engineer will receive the following benefits: Salary between £80,000 - £90,000 - depending on experience HOW TO APPLY Please register your interest by sending your resume to Majid Latif via the Apply link on this page.

Lead Data Scientist - Manchester My client is seeking a Lead Data Scientist to own and drive the end-to-end data science strategy across high-impact business domains (e.g., risk, fraud, affordability, customer value). This role will translate complex, real-world financial data into production-grade machine learning systems that deliver measurable commercial and customer outcomes. The successful candidate will lead model development from ideation through deployment and monitoring, working closely with Data Engineers, Analysts, Product, Risk, and Technology stakeholders. They will set standards for experimentation, governance, and MLOps while mentoring and developing other data scientists within the function. This is a hands-on technical leadership role - both strategic and delivery-focused. The Role Strategic & Technical Leadership Define and evolve the data science roadmap aligned to business priorities. Identify high-value ML use cases and translate commercial problems into scalable analytical solutions. Lead end-to-end model lifecycle delivery: problem framing, feature engineering, experimentation, validation, deployment, monitoring, and iteration. Establish best practices for experimentation, evaluation, reproducibility, and documentation. Set standards for model governance, explainability, monitoring, and auditability within a regulated financial environment. Machine Learning & Delivery Architect and develop robust ML models (e.g., classification, regression, anomaly detection) using Python and cloud-based tooling. Design scalable feature pipelines in collaboration with Data Engineering. Lead productionisation efforts, including pipeline design, model versioning, and monitoring frameworks. Implement safe deployment strategies (e.g., champion/challenger models, shadow runs, A/B testing). Ensure model performance, drift detection, and continuous improvement processes are embedded. Stakeholder Engagement Partner with Risk, Compliance, Product, and Technology teams to ensure solutions are commercially viable and regulator-ready. Communicate complex modelling approaches and outcomes clearly to senior stakeholders and non-technical audiences. Influence strategic decision-making through insight and evidence-based recommendations. Governance & Risk • Own model documentation (model cards, lineage, assumptions, validation evidence).• Embed privacy-by-design, fairness, and bias monitoring practices.• Operate confidently within FCA-regulated environments and support audit and regulatory requirements. Team Leadership • Mentor and coach junior and mid-level data scientists.• Lead code reviews and promote engineering best practice (Git, testing, CI/CD awareness).• Contribute to hiring, technical assessment, and capability development.• Foster a culture of curiosity, collaboration, and high performance. About the Candidate The ideal candidate is commercially minded, technically strong, and delivery-focused. They understand that high-quality models create value only when deployed safely and embedded into business processes. They will be comfortable owning ambiguity, setting direction, and raising technical standards. They will combine statistical rigour with pragmatic decision-making and be confident influencing senior stakeholders. They will enjoy mentoring others and developing team capability alongside delivering impactful work. What My Client Is Looking For: • Significant hands-on experience building and deploying machine learning models into production environments.• Strong Python expertise (e.g., pandas, scikit-learn, ML frameworks) with production-quality coding standards.• Advanced SQL skills and deep understanding of relational data.• Strong statistical foundations and model validation expertise.• Experience working within cloud-based data platforms (AWS or equivalent).• Demonstrable experience productionising models and implementing monitoring frameworks.• Experience operating within a regulated environment (financial services preferred).• Ability to communicate effectively with senior stakeholders.• Experience mentoring or leading other data scientists. Desirable • Experience in credit risk, fraud detection, affordability modelling, or payments analytics.• Familiarity with model risk management frameworks.• Exposure to MLOps tooling (CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, model registries).• Experience with model explainability techniques (e.g., SHAP, LIME).• Experience shaping data science roadmaps or leading multiple concurrent initiatives. Benefits Hybrid working Training and development budget Flexible working Interested? Please Click Apply Now! Lead Data Scientist - Manchester

Lead ML Engineer (12-month FTC) £80,000 - £90,000 Remote (UK Based Only) This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior, hands-on ML Engineering role where you will shape how machine learning is delivered, scaled, and embedded across a large, complex organisation. THE COMPANY They are a large, well-established professional services organisation with a strong reputation for quality, trust, and long-term client relationships. Data and AI are a strategic priority, with significant internal backing to move from successful proof of concepts to robust, production-grade platforms. THE ROLE As a Lead ML Engineer, you will take ownership of ML Engineering delivery end-to-end, helping define best practice while remaining highly hands-on. Specifically, you can expect to be involved in the following: Leading the ML Engineering capability and contributing to the wider data and AI strategy. Designing, building, and productionising ML pipelines aligned to business goals. Delivering NLP and LLM-driven solutions, including fine-tuning and deployment. Implementing strong MLOps practices across model training, deployment, and monitoring. Working closely with Data Scientists to support, maintain, and improve models in production. Building APIs and data products that enable ML solutions to be consumed across the business. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE The successful Lead ML Engineer will have the following skills and experience: Commercial experience delivering ML solutions end-to-end. Strong Python and SQL skills, with experience building data and ML pipelines. Hands-on experience with Databricks and Azure. Practical experience with NLP and LLMs, including fine-tuning and applied use cases. Solid understanding of MLOps, CI/CD for ML, and production model monitoring. Exeperience with stakeholders and translating business problems into technical solutions. Experience building or integrating APIs, such as with FastAPI, is beneficial. BENEFITS The successful Lead ML Engineer will receive the following benefits: Salary between £80,000 - £90,000 - depending on experience HOW TO APPLY Please register your interest by sending your resume to Majid Latif via the Apply link on this page.

Lead ML Engineer (12-month FTC) £80,000 - £90,000 Remote (UK Based Only) This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior, hands-on ML Engineering role where you will shape how machine learning is delivered, scaled, and embedded across a large, complex organisation. THE COMPANY They are a large, well-established professional services organisation with a strong reputation for quality, trust, and long-term client relationships. Data and AI are a strategic priority, with significant internal backing to move from successful proof of concepts to robust, production-grade platforms. THE ROLE As a Lead ML Engineer, you will take ownership of ML Engineering delivery end-to-end, helping define best practice while remaining highly hands-on. Specifically, you can expect to be involved in the following: Leading the ML Engineering capability and contributing to the wider data and AI strategy. Designing, building, and productionising ML pipelines aligned to business goals. Delivering NLP and LLM-driven solutions, including fine-tuning and deployment. Implementing strong MLOps practices across model training, deployment, and monitoring. Working closely with Data Scientists to support, maintain, and improve models in production. Building APIs and data products that enable ML solutions to be consumed across the business. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE The successful Lead ML Engineer will have the following skills and experience: Commercial experience delivering ML solutions end-to-end. Strong Python and SQL skills, with experience building data and ML pipelines. Hands-on experience with Databricks and Azure. Practical experience with NLP and LLMs, including fine-tuning and applied use cases. Solid understanding of MLOps, CI/CD for ML, and production model monitoring. Exeperience with stakeholders and translating business problems into technical solutions. Experience building or integrating APIs, such as with FastAPI, is beneficial. BENEFITS The successful Lead ML Engineer will receive the following benefits: Salary between £80,000 - £90,000 - depending on experience HOW TO APPLY Please register your interest by sending your resume to Majid Latif via the Apply link on this page.

Lead ML Engineer (12-month FTC) £80,000 - £90,000 Remote (UK Based Only) This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior, hands-on ML Engineering role where you will shape how machine learning is delivered, scaled, and embedded across a large, complex organisation. THE COMPANY They are a large, well-established professional services organisation with a strong reputation for quality, trust, and long-term client relationships. Data and AI are a strategic priority, with significant internal backing to move from successful proof of concepts to robust, production-grade platforms. THE ROLE As a Lead ML Engineer, you will take ownership of ML Engineering delivery end-to-end, helping define best practice while remaining highly hands-on. Specifically, you can expect to be involved in the following: Leading the ML Engineering capability and contributing to the wider data and AI strategy. Designing, building, and productionising ML pipelines aligned to business goals. Delivering NLP and LLM-driven solutions, including fine-tuning and deployment. Implementing strong MLOps practices across model training, deployment, and monitoring. Working closely with Data Scientists to support, maintain, and improve models in production. Building APIs and data products that enable ML solutions to be consumed across the business. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE The successful Lead ML Engineer will have the following skills and experience: Commercial experience delivering ML solutions end-to-end. Strong Python and SQL skills, with experience building data and ML pipelines. Hands-on experience with Databricks and Azure. Practical experience with NLP and LLMs, including fine-tuning and applied use cases. Solid understanding of MLOps, CI/CD for ML, and production model monitoring. Exeperience with stakeholders and translating business problems into technical solutions. Experience building or integrating APIs, such as with FastAPI, is beneficial. BENEFITS The successful Lead ML Engineer will receive the following benefits: Salary between £80,000 - £90,000 - depending on experience HOW TO APPLY Please register your interest by sending your resume to Majid Latif via the Apply link on this page.

Lead ML Engineer (12-month FTC) £80,000 - £90,000 Remote (UK Based Only) This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior, hands-on ML Engineering role where you will shape how machine learning is delivered, scaled, and embedded across a large, complex organisation. THE COMPANY They are a large, well-established professional services organisation with a strong reputation for quality, trust, and long-term client relationships. Data and AI are a strategic priority, with significant internal backing to move from successful proof of concepts to robust, production-grade platforms. THE ROLE As a Lead ML Engineer, you will take ownership of ML Engineering delivery end-to-end, helping define best practice while remaining highly hands-on. Specifically, you can expect to be involved in the following: Leading the ML Engineering capability and contributing to the wider data and AI strategy. Designing, building, and productionising ML pipelines aligned to business goals. Delivering NLP and LLM-driven solutions, including fine-tuning and deployment. Implementing strong MLOps practices across model training, deployment, and monitoring. Working closely with Data Scientists to support, maintain, and improve models in production. Building APIs and data products that enable ML solutions to be consumed across the business. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE The successful Lead ML Engineer will have the following skills and experience: Commercial experience delivering ML solutions end-to-end. Strong Python and SQL skills, with experience building data and ML pipelines. Hands-on experience with Databricks and Azure. Practical experience with NLP and LLMs, including fine-tuning and applied use cases. Solid understanding of MLOps, CI/CD for ML, and production model monitoring. Exeperience with stakeholders and translating business problems into technical solutions. Experience building or integrating APIs, such as with FastAPI, is beneficial. BENEFITS The successful Lead ML Engineer will receive the following benefits: Salary between £80,000 - £90,000 - depending on experience HOW TO APPLY Please register your interest by sending your resume to Majid Latif via the Apply link on this page.

What You'll Be Doing - Provide technical leadership across AI-enabled software and DevOps engineering teams - Set architectural direction for API-first design, system integration, and platform enablement for AI - Lead the evolution of legacy or existing applications towards modern, service-based and API-driven architectures - Define and guide integration patterns between applications, platforms, and AI services - Make informed decisions on when and how emerging integration approaches (e.g. protocols such as MCP) should be applied as part of broader system design - Work closely with architects, product teams, data scientists, and platform engineers to deliver end-to-end solutions - Ensure solutions meet appropriate standards for security, resilience, performance, and operability - Anticipate and manage architectural and operational risks associated with AI-enabled systems - Champion strong engineering practices across software development, DevOps, and platform engineering Your Experience To succeed in this role, you will bring: - A strong background as a Senior or Lead Software Engineer, Lead DevOps Engineer, or similar hands-on technical leadership role - Excellent software engineering fundamentals, including system design, clean code, testing, and maintainability - Strong experience designing and delivering API-driven and microservice-based systems - Proven ability to modernise or integrate legacy applications into modern software and platform architectures - Solid development experience in TypeScript and Python - Experience working across software delivery, infrastructure, CI/CD, and operational environments - Confidence providing technical leadership and architectural direction without relying on formal authority - Ability to balance innovation with pragmatism in complex, production environments In Return You'll play a critical role in shaping how AI is integrated into enterprise software platforms, working at the intersection of architecture, delivery, and operational reality. This is an opportunity to lead technically, influence system evolution, and build AI-enabled platforms that are robust, scalable, and fit for real-world use. As an organisation and as a team, Guidant Global are committed to fostering an equitable, diverse and inclusive workplace, where every employee and contractor feels valued and empowered throughout their time with us. We actively seek to recruit talent from all backgrounds, and to draw on a rich blend of experiences, perspectives and creativity. We believe that when people are respected and included, they are motivated to bring their best and whole selves to work, leading to innovative solutions and exceptional outcomes for all parties. Guidant Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Head of Data Science - Financial Crime Salary: 95,000 - 120,000 + bonus + benefits Location: London (Hybrid - 2-3 days per week) We are currently looking for a Head of Data Science to join a growing, specialist consultancy within the financial services space. This role sits within a high-performing and collaborative team, supporting a range of organisations across banking, fintech, and payments. As a Data Scientist, you will work closely with senior stakeholders to deliver data-led solutions focused on risk, fraud, and financial crime. The Head of Data Science will play a key role in leading projects end-to-end, combining strong analytical capability with stakeholder engagement. This is an important hire for the business as they continue to expand their data offering and support clients with increasingly complex challenges. The Opportunity This role offers a blend of hands-on data work and strategic input, ideal for someone looking to move into a more consultative environment while remaining close to the technology. You will be responsible for: Leading data-focused projects across financial crime and fraud Analysing large datasets to identify trends, risks, and opportunities Supporting the design and improvement of monitoring and detection processes Working closely with business and technical stakeholders to deliver solutions Translating data insights into clear, actionable recommendations Supporting junior team members and contributing to overall project delivery Contributing to broader initiatives across the business where relevant What sets this apart: A mix of data science, analytics, and stakeholder engagement Exposure to a variety of clients and challenges Opportunity to influence how data is used to manage risk A pathway into a more strategic and advisory-led role What's in it for you? Competitive salary ( 95,000 - 120,000) + bonus Hybrid working Ongoing training and development Clear progression opportunities Exposure to a range of projects and clients Supportive and collaborative team environment Skills and Experience Strong background in data, analytics, or data science Experience working within financial services, risk, or fraud-related domains Ability to work with stakeholders and communicate insights effectively Experience working with modern data tools and technologies If you would like to be considered for the Head of Data Science Role, please apply below with your CV.

We're partnering with a globally recognised consulting firm that's investing heavily in AI innovation and searching for a Senior Principal AI Engineer to play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering cutting-edge, real-world AI solutions across a diverse client portfolio. This is a rare opportunity to build and lead an AI capability from the ground up, while staying hands-on with the latest technologies, from Machine Learning and Data Science through to GenAI. You'll work at the intersection of technical excellence and client impact, solving meaningful business problems at scale. You will get the opportunity to lead the design and delivery of production-grade AI solutions for global clients whilst building and mentoring a high performing team. Alongside this, you will be able to stay hands on with modern AI technologies including LLMs and GenAI What You'll Be Doing Designing, building, and deploying end-to-end AI/ML systems (from classical ML to GenAI) Developing robust, production-ready pipelines covering data ingestion, modelling, deployment, and monitoring Driving best-in-class MLOps practices, including CI/CD, model versioning, automated retraining, and rollback strategies Ensuring solutions are scalable, secure, and high-performing in real-world environments Defining future-proof AI architectures aligned with client goals Assessing and applying emerging technologies (eg LLMs, vector databases) where they create tangible value Partnering with clients during discovery, demos, and delivery-translating business needs into technical solutions Mentoring and developing engineers and data scientists through hands-on leadership What We're Looking For Strong software engineering background (Python essential) Demonstrated success delivering production-ready AI/ML solutions Hands-on experience with frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or Scikit-Learn Solid understanding of MLOps and scalable deployment practices Experience with at least one major cloud platform (Azure, AWS, or GCP) Comfortable in client-facing environments, able to communicate complex ideas clearly Consulting experience is not essential, but confidence working with stakeholders, presenting ideas, and guiding decisions is key. Hybrid work model: 2-3 days/week in the office (London) Salary: £100 000 - £120 000 depending on experience + 10-15% bonus

Senior Data Science Consultant £60k - £70k + bonus and benefits (multiple positions available at different levels) London, Manchester or Glasgow / Hybrid Are you ready to work at the forefront of Agentic AI, GenAI and Data Science transformation? This is your opportunity to join a high-growth consulting environment where innovation, creativity and cutting-edge technology come together to solve complex business challenges for major clients. You'll play a key role in delivering impactful AI and analytics solutions, helping organisations unlock the value of their data and transform the way they operate. If you thrive in a client-facing consulting environment and want to work on pioneering AI initiatives with real-world impact, this could be the perfect next step in your career. What You'll Be Doing Leading and supporting the delivery of Agentic AI, GenAI, Data Science and Analytics projects across the full machine learning lifecycle Working closely with clients to understand business challenges and deliver innovative, data-driven solutions Demonstrating the value and potential of AI and advanced analytics through workshops, presentations and client engagements Applying modern data science techniques including statistical modelling, NLP, time-series analysis, spatial analysis and mathematical modelling Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality solutions in a fast-paced consulting environment Contributing to business growth through bids, proposals, RFPs, thought leadership and proposition development Supporting internal innovation initiatives, whitepapers, practice development and mentoring activities Continuously developing your skills across emerging AI, analytics and cloud technologies What You'll Bring Experience delivering Data Science, Analytics or Agentic/GenAI solutions within a client-facing or consulting environment Strong knowledge across the ML lifecycle and advanced analytical methodologies Passion for demonstrating how Agentic AI and GenAI can unlock business value Excellent stakeholder management, communication and presentation skills Experience helping clients derive actionable insights from complex data Background working within a consultancy and/or industry environment Technical Skills You'll have experience with some of the following: Cloud & Data Platforms: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform, Databricks Programming Languages: Python, R, PySpark Agentic & GenAI Platforms: Microsoft Copilot Studio, OpenAI GPT-5 Agents, UiPath, Adept AI, Orby AI, Beam AI If you've held any of these roles or used these technologies/skills, this role could be a great fit: Data Scientist, Senior Data Scientist, AI Consultant, Machine Learning Consultant, GenAI Consultant, AI Engineer, Applied Data Scientist, Analytics Consultant, ML Engineer, Data & AI Consultant, Advanced Analytics Consultant, NLP Specialist, Python Developer, AI Transformation Consultant, Databricks Consultant, Azure AI Consultant, AWS Data Scientist, GCP Data Consultant, Agentic AI Consultant, OpenAI GPT Specialist, PySpark Developer. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is a leading independent tech recruitment consultancy in the UK. For every CV sent to clients, we donate £1 to The Born Free Foundation. We are a Climate Action Workforce in partnership with Ecologi. If this role isn't right for you, explore our referral reward program with payouts at interview and placement milestones. Visit our website for details. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Senior Software Engineer West Midlands (Hybrid) 45,000 - 65,000 + Bonus + Private Medical + Excellent Benefits Build Technology That Makes a Difference Are you an experienced Software Engineer looking to work on technology with real-world impact? We're working with an innovative engineering and technology business whose products are used internationally across a range of safety, security and critical infrastructure environments. Combining intelligent software, advanced sensing technologies and machine learning, their solutions help organisations improve safety, efficiency and decision-making. Due to continued growth and investment in new product development, they are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join their engineering team and contribute to the next generation of their technology platform. This is an opportunity to tackle genuinely interesting engineering challenges at the intersection of software, hardware and AI. The Role You'll take ownership of software development across a range of products, with a primary focus on Linux-based systems and Python development. Working closely with software engineers, data scientists and product specialists, you'll contribute to the design, development and deployment of innovative solutions used in demanding real-world environments. This is a highly hands-on role where you'll have significant influence over architecture, technical direction and engineering best practice. Key Responsibilities Develop robust software applications using Python and C++ Contribute to software architecture and technical design Build and maintain scalable Linux-based applications Work closely with data science teams to deploy machine learning models Conduct code reviews and mentor other engineers Develop and maintain automated testing frameworks Support CI/CD and release processes Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams Drive software quality and engineering best practice What We're Looking For Essential Strong commercial Python development experience Experience developing software on Linux platforms Proven software engineering experience within a product development environment Experience with Git and CI/CD workflows Knowledge of automated testing methodologies Strong communication and collaboration skills Desirable C++ development experience Embedded Linux exposure Machine learning deployment experience MLOps experience NVIDIA Jetson experience Experience developing software that interfaces with hardware Experience within engineering, instrumentation, industrial technology or related product environments About You You'll be a technically strong engineer who enjoys solving complex problems and taking ownership of your work. You'll be comfortable collaborating across teams, contributing ideas and helping shape technical decisions. Whilst this is not a formal management role, we're particularly interested in individuals who can demonstrate leadership qualities and a desire to mentor others. Why Apply? Work on cutting-edge technology with real-world applications Join a growing and innovative engineering business Exposure to AI, machine learning and intelligent systems Significant technical ownership and influence Collaborative and highly skilled engineering team Long-term career progression opportunities Diverse and challenging technical projects If you're a Software Engineer looking to work on innovative products that combine software, hardware and intelligent systems, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now for immediate consideration.

Job title: Senior Generative AI Architect Location: London, UK Work mode: Hybrid - 3 days weekly from office Skills: AI/ML architecture; AI frameworks; AI models & solutions; cloud platforms (eg, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++. We have partnered with Coforge and are looking for Senior Generative AI Architect in London, UK. Job Description : The Senior Generative AI Architect will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing generative AI solutions that align with the company's strategic objectives. This role involves leading the architecture and deployment of advanced AI models, ensuring scalability, security, and ethical considerations are integrated into all AI initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in generative AI technologies, a strong understanding of AI ethics, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Key Responsibilities : Architecture Design: Develop and maintain the architectural framework for generative AI solutions, ensuring alignment with business goals and technical standards. Model Development: Lead the design, training, and deployment of generative AI models (eg, GPT, DALL-E, Stable Diffusion) tailored to various applications such as content generation, data synthesis, and automation. Integration: Collaborate with software engineering teams to integrate generative AI capabilities into existing systems and workflows. Scalability & Performance: Ensure AI solutions are scalable, efficient, and optimized for performance across different platforms and environments. Ethical AI Practices: Implement and enforce ethical guidelines for AI development and deployment, addressing issues such as bias, fairness, and transparency. Research & Innovation: Stay abreast of the latest advancements in generative AI and related fields, incorporating new techniques and tools into the company's AI strategy. Collaboration: Work closely with data scientists, engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to identify opportunities for AI-driven solutions and ensure successful project delivery. Documentation & Standards: Create comprehensive documentation for AI architectures, processes, and best practices. Establish and maintain coding and architectural standards. Experience: Minimum of 7 years of experience in AI/ML architecture or a related role. Proven experience in designing and deploying generative AI models and solutions. Hands-on experience with AI frameworks and tools such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Hugging Face, etc. Experience with cloud platforms (eg, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and deploying AI solutions in cloud environments. Technical Skills: Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++. Strong understanding of machine learning algorithms, deep learning

Senior Data Scientist - Contract £700-£850 per day Inside IR35 Hybrid (1 day per week London) We're looking for a Senior Data Scientist to design and deliver advanced risk and predictive models within complex, highly regulated environments. This role sits at the intersection of analytics, risk, and decision science, focusing on building models that enable organisations to identify emerging threats, quantify risk exposure, and make informed, evidence-based decisions. You'll work across large, complex, and often sensitive data sets to develop modelling frameworks that support real-world, high-impact outcomes. Key responsibilities: Design and develop advanced risk models, including predictive, probabilistic, and scenario-based modelling approaches Apply data science techniques to risk scoring, anomaly detection, and threat assessment across complex datasets Build and deploy machine learning models into production, ensuring scalability and robustness Develop scenario simulations to model potential risks, behaviours, and outcomes under uncertainty Analyse patterns, trends, and outliers to identify emerging threats and risk indicators Translate business and regulatory requirements into practical analytical frameworks Communicate complex findings clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders Essential experience: Strong Python data science stack (pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn) Proven delivery of complex models (predictive, probabilistic, simulation-based) in real environments Deep experience in risk modelling, including risk scoring frameworks, predictive risk analytics, and scenario modelling Experience in threat detection / anomaly detection, such as fraud, compliance, safety, or security use cases Strong grounding in statistics, hypothesis testing, and experimental design Experience working with large, complex, and messy data sets Experience in life sciences, healthcare, or other highly regulated sectors This is a high-impact contract for a hands-on data scientist who thrives on solving complex risk problems, building sophisticated models, and helping organisations stay ahead of emerging threats in regulated environments.