Junior Data Scientist
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Position Overview & Specifications
This is a fantastic opportunity to join an organisation based in Birmingham City Centre who has recently expanded their data science department and is looking to bring on junior members to train and progress through the company.
This is an ideal opportunity if you have graduated with a numerical related degree and are looking to develop your career in an analytical field. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for a self-motivated, highly numerate graduate to make a significant difference within a well-established and rapidly growing organisation. The culture is close-knit, supportive, relaxed, and technology-driven. It is a great place to work.
What you’ll be doing….
- Proactively and collaboratively develop Analysis and Insight to support Operations
- report making to help deliver optimal management decisions
- Identify, quantify and prioritise opportunities to enhance operational efficiency and produce world-class deliverables fit for a world-class operation to drive continuous improvement.
- Apply analytical and technical ability to ensure the team delivers the highest standards of analysis and reporting to key stake holders
Requirements…...
- Minimum of a Masters within a numeric based degree
- Working knowledge of Python, Pandas, NumPY, PyTest, Java and R
- Understanding of machine learning techniques, such as clustering, classification, and regression
- Previous experience presenting information to key stake holders
Nice to haves……
- Previous experience using Generalised Linear Regression Modelling
- Knowledge of Bayesian Statistics and Monte Carlo Simulation
- Experience with Azure: Azure Databases, Azure Databricks
- Proficient use of VBA’s
Please note due to the large volume of applications we receive for these roles, if we have not contacted you within 7 days then unfortunately your application hasn’t been successful, however we may contact you regarding other roles. We’re sorry we can’t contact you directly but we wish you all the best in your job search.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: From £32,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Birmingham: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- Master's (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Birmingham
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Junior Data Scientist roles across GWG Associates's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £32,000 - £32,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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