Data Scientist

Data Scientist (Contract) Cardiff (Hybrid) | £550/day Inside IR35 | 12-Month Contract We’re currently looking for an experienced Data Scientist to join a leading data organisation on a 12-month contract basis. This is an exciting opportunity to work on high-impact analytical initiatives that directly influence product strategy, customer outcomes, and business decision-making. You’ll work across large and complex datasets, applying statistical analysis, modelling techniques, and data science best practices to deliver actionable insights. The role also offers exposure to cloud-based analytics environments and modern data platforms such as Databricks. Key Responsibilities • Analyse large and complex datasets to uncover actionable business insights • Conduct statistical analysis to support product strategy and operational decisions • Present analytical findings and recommendations to key stakeholders • Support customer portfolio analysis, including credit application and risk analysis • Monitor, evaluate, and improve model performance • Contribute to research and development initiatives within the data science function • Support the migration of analytical workflows to cloud-based platforms • Process, match, and merge large-scale datasets from multiple data sources • Collaborate with analytics and wider business teams on strategic initiatives Required Skills & Experience • Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Quantitative Methods, or similar • Strong understanding of statistical methods and data analysis techniques • Experience working with large and complex datasets • Hands-on experience with cloud technologies, ideally Databricks • Proficiency in Python, R, or other data science programming languages • Experience with modelling, scoring techniques, and data mining methodologies • Excellent communication skills with the ability to present technical findings to non-technical stakeholders • Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team Contract Details • Contract Length: 12 months • Rate: £650 per day (Inside IR35) • Location: Cardiff – Hybrid Working