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Lead Data Scientist – Financial Crime

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United Kingdom , London

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Employment contract

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Salary:

85000.00 - 110000.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

We are currently looking for a Lead Data Scientist to join a growing, specialist consultancy within the financial services space. This role sits within a high-performing and collaborative team, supporting a range of organisations across banking, fintech, and payments. As a Lead Data Scientist, you will work closely with senior stakeholders to deliver data-led solutions focused on risk, fraud, and financial crime. The Lead Data Scientist will play a key role in leading projects end-to-end, combining strong analytical capability with stakeholder engagement. This is an important hire for the business as they continue to expand their data offering and support clients with increasingly complex challenges. The Opportunity This role offers a blend of hands-on data work and strategic input, ideal for someone looking to move into a more consultative environment while remaining close to the technology.

Job Responsibility:

  • Leading data-focused projects across financial crime and fraud
  • Analysing large datasets to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
  • Supporting the design and improvement of monitoring and detection processes
  • Working closely with business and technical stakeholders to deliver solutions
  • Translating data insights into clear, actionable recommendations
  • Supporting junior team members and contributing to overall project delivery
  • Contributing to broader initiatives across the business where relevant

Requirements:

  • Strong background in data, analytics, or data science
  • Experience working within financial services, risk, or fraud-related domains
  • Ability to work with stakeholders and communicate insights effectively
  • Experience working with modern data tools and technologies
What we offer:
  • Bonus
  • Hybrid working
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Clear progression opportunities
  • Exposure to a range of projects and clients
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 05, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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