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Data Science Jobs in London

The UK's financial and tech hub, home to a vast array of data science roles across industries.

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£28k – £300k
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London is the epicentre of the UK's data science ecosystem, boasting a diverse range of opportunities in finance, tech, healthcare, and more. Major financial institutions, tech scaleups, and research-heavy startups all vie for top data science talent, making it a dynamic and competitive market. The city's blend of established corporations and innovative startups ensures a rich variety of roles, from data analysts and business intelligence (BI) analysts to data scientists and statisticians. While many roles are based in central London, there is a growing trend towards hybrid and remote work, offering flexibility to professionals.

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£28k – £300k

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Analytics Governance Analyst

This role involves establishing and promoting analytics governance standards across the organization, with a focus on regulatory compliance under BCBS239. The analyst will identify and manage key data uses and End User Computing (EUC) tools, conduct gap analyses, and build data catalogues using tools like Collibra or Apparity. Collaboration with stakeholders across business areas is essential to embed governance practices in a greenfield, transformative environment within financial services.

Adecco London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Contract
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Reward and People Analytics Partner, London

This role focuses on maintaining data integrity and optimizing people systems to support HR and compensation workflows. The individual will manage people analytics tools, deliver actionable insights from workforce data, and leverage AI to automate administrative processes. It emphasizes operational precision, data-driven reporting, and continuous improvement in reward and people functions within a high-impact AI-driven research environment.

Isomorphic Labs London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent

Group Data lead

The Group Data Lead will drive data readiness, cleansing, and migration for a global Infor ERP implementation, ensuring data accuracy and consistency across all business units. They will define master data governance frameworks, align legacy systems with the new ERP model, and act as a bridge between technical teams and business stakeholders. Post-implementation, the role evolves into a strategic data leadership position, establishing enterprise-wide data standards and enabling future analytics capabilities.

Gardner Aerospace Operations UK Limited Nevendon, Essex, United Kingdom £50,000 – £60,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent

Data Scientist

This role involves developing and deploying machine learning models for anomaly detection using biometric and geospatial datasets collected from wearable devices and GPS sources. The Data Scientist will work closely with engineering teams to understand data pipelines and help shape the technical direction of AI-driven solutions for public sector and law enforcement applications. The position offers significant autonomy and impact in a fast-growing, early-stage AI company.

Reed Ec2A2Da, EC2A 2DA, United Kingdom £60,000 – £90,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Business Intelligence Analyst

This role involves delivering data-driven insights and BI solutions to support commercial lending functions within a specialist bank. The analyst will build Tableau dashboards, extract and interpret data using SQL, and work closely with stakeholders to define KPIs and reporting requirements. The position plays a key part in analytics, business partnering, and supporting data transformation and AI initiatives.

McGregor Boyall London, United Kingdom £70,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent

Data Scientist / Statistician

This role involves applying statistical and data science techniques to media audience measurement, working primarily on projects like Barb and RAJAR. You'll extract and analyse large datasets using R, Python, and SQL, develop methodologies, and communicate insights to technical and non-technical stakeholders. The position offers hands-on experience in data fusion, model development, and client-driven analysis within a specialist media measurement firm.

RSMB Holborn, London, WC1R 5AH, United Kingdom £28,000 – £35,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent

Data Architect

Design and implement scalable data architectures, including data platforms, data lakes, and ETL/ELT pipelines, aligned with business and regulatory needs. Work closely with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into technical solutions using cloud technologies. Contribute to enterprise data transformation initiatives leveraging modern cloud and AI-enabled systems.

Lynx Recruitment Sw1E5Lb, SW1E 5LB, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent

AI Engineer

This role involves designing and evolving a production-scale multi-agent AI system that leverages multiple LLMs to deliver brand analytics. You'll build agent architectures, LLM pipelines, and cloud infrastructure on AWS, with a strong focus on evals, observability, and AI safety. The position offers deep technical ownership in a live, high-impact AI platform.

Hyre Ai Paddington, London, W2 1HU, United Kingdom £60,000 – £80,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent
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Data Analyst Jobs

£33k – £220k
39 open

Data Scientist Jobs

£28k – £140k
33 open

Senior Data Scientist Jobs

£60k – £140k
12 open

Business Intelligence Analyst Jobs

£33k – £75k
6 open

Analytics Engineer Jobs

£50k – £220k
4 open

Business Intelligence Developer Jobs

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Hiring in London

London's data science job market is highly competitive, with a wide range of companies vying for top talent. Major financial institutions, tech scaleups, and research-heavy startups all offer exciting opportunities. The city's status as a global financial hub means that data science roles in finance are particularly prevalent, but there are also significant opportunities in tech and healthcare.

The trend towards hybrid and remote work has made London's data science jobs more accessible to a broader pool of candidates. This flexibility is particularly appealing to professionals who value a better work-life balance. However, the high cost of living in London remains a consideration for many.

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  • Finance, tech, and healthcare are the primary industries hiring data scientists in London.

  • While many roles are based in central London, remote and hybrid work options are increasingly common.

  • Python, R, SQL, and machine learning frameworks like TensorFlow and PyTorch are widely used.

  • Salaries in London are generally higher due to the city's high cost of living and competitive job market. For specific salary ranges, refer to the salary section on this page.

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