Data Scientist – competitive salary - Newcastle, United Kingdom (hybrid)
An exciting opportunity is available for a Data Scientist to join a newly launched, high-performing team based in Newcastle City centre. Backed by leaders in global strategy and finance, this new venture is focused on solving complex data challenges that support investment decision-making at pace and scale.
The ideal candidate will be passionate about working with large, diverse datasets - particularly alternative and financial data - and enjoy translating analytical insights into actionable business outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
* Partner closely with investment professionals to support data-driven decision-making
* Design and implement predictive models using structured and unstructured data
* Collaborate with data engineers to optimise data pipelines for analytics use
* Build and enhance robust data products that address real business needs
* Stay current with emerging technologies and share best practices across the team
Key Skills
* Proven experience in data science or related roles
* Proficiency in Python and SQL; familiarity with Azure and Databricks is beneficial
* Strong academic background with a 2:1 or higher in a quantitative discipline (e.g., Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, Economics)
* Knowledge of time-series and financial data, and experience working with alternative datasets
* Excellent communication skills and a structured, detail-oriented approach
* Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, problem-solving environment
Key Benefits
* Based in a modern office in Newcastle City Centre
* Direct exposure to investment and market-related work
* Opportunity to contribute to high-impact projects and develop domain expertise
* A collaborative environment that encourages curiosity, innovation, and ownership
* Competitive compensation package
Interview Process
* Technical Coding Challenge
* Aptitude Assessment
* Interviews with Technology Management
* Final Technical Interview with Team Members
This role is ideal for those seeking a stimulating data science position at the intersection of finance, analytics, and innovation—without the red tape of legacy structures.
If you would like a confidential discussion to learn more, please reach out to Demetrious (dvassiliou@chisquare-group.com)
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