Data Science Jobs in London

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

Open roles
209
Salary range
£36k – £125k
Hiring companies
60

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.

Salary on the board

£36k – £125k

Based on advertised midpoints across the 75 priced listings posted in the last 12 months. Base salary only.

Salary visibility
37% of listings advertise a salary.
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Live jobs

209 live roles

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Pricing Manager

Lead a team of pricing analysts to develop and implement data-driven pricing strategies for home insurance, leveraging advanced analytics and predictive models. Collaborate with actuarial, data science, and underwriting teams to optimise risk selection and profitability. Build automated tools and drive innovation in pricing methodologies within a highly analytical environment.

Harnham - Data and Analytics Recruitment London, United Kingdom £60,000 – £80,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent

Data Scientist

This role involves developing and maintaining data models, building features for large language models (LLMs), and supporting end-to-end AI solutions across the data science lifecycle. The candidate will collaborate with data engineers on pipelines and work closely with stakeholders to translate business problems into scalable, production-ready data products. Emphasis is placed on code quality, documentation, and deploying AI-driven solutions in real-world environments.

Infused Solutions London, United Kingdom £46,000 – £56,000 pa

Asset Intelligence Officer (Grade D) (IT - Digital Transformation)

Supports data governance and asset intelligence by analysing and managing asset-related data, identifying issues, and delivering insights through Power BI dashboards. Works with stakeholders to improve data quality and supports digital transformation initiatives. Focuses on accurate reporting and compliance with organisational standards.

i-Jobs Kensington, London, W8 6NB, United Kingdom
On-site Contract

Data & AI Architect

This role involves designing and leading the implementation of enterprise-scale data and AI solutions using Microsoft technologies. The architect will engage directly with clients and internal teams to define solution strategies, conduct technical workshops, and support pre-sales efforts. Key focus areas include modern data platforms, cloud architecture, and guiding AI adoption across strategic transformation programmes.

Tenth Revolution Group London, United Kingdom £85,000 – £100,000 pa

Lead Business Intelligence Analyst

Lead the development and governance of a business-critical Tableau environment during a cloud-first data transformation. Design scalable data sources, semantic layers, and high-impact dashboards while establishing BI best practices and supporting self-service analytics. Collaborate with data engineering teams on architecture and performance optimisation within a modernising analytics ecosystem.

Harnham - Data and Analytics Recruitment London, United Kingdom £50,000 – £60,000 pa

Senior Data Analyst

The Senior Data Analyst will develop and optimise SQL solutions, design Power BI reports, and work with Microsoft Fabric to support data integration, transformation, and governance. This role involves close collaboration with business stakeholders to improve data quality and reporting processes within a modern data platform environment.

Hunter Selection London, City And County Of the City Of London, United Kingdom £65,000 – £75,000 pa

Principal Business Analyst – Investment Data Platforms

This role involves leading data requirements and solution design for investment data platforms within a buy-side asset management firm. The Principal Business Analyst will bridge business and technical teams, focusing on data discovery, transformation, governance, and integration across critical investment data domains such as positions, transactions, pricing, and performance. The role demands deep familiarity with asset management data workflows and strong technical skills in SQL and data modelling.

Cooper Lomaz Recruitment London, United Kingdom

Senior AI Engineer - Perm UK

Design and build scalable AI data pipelines and cloud-native systems to productionise machine learning and NLP models. Collaborate with data scientists and engineers to transform research into secure, enterprise-grade AI platforms. Work with modern tech stacks including Python, FastAPI, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms, with opportunities for technical leadership and mentoring.

Infused Solutions London, United Kingdom £65,000 – £80,000 pa
The scene

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.

FAQs

Common questions

  • 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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