Senior Data Scientist

Job 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.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-03-2026

Profession type

Accountancy

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English