Junior Data Science Consultant

We are looking for a Junior Data Science Consultant to join our growing Data Science & Advanced Analytics Team. Our vision is to be the number one provider for data and AI insight services in the public sector. We are passionate about making a difference for our clients through the use and adoption of advanced analytics and AI; empowering public sector workers with the solutions and insight to improve outcomes for the citizens they serve.

Main Responsibilities:

• Consulting with management and relevant stakeholders to define goals.
• Researching, developing, and implementing data-gathering methods.
• Analysing and synthesizing data sets
• Reporting back on your findings and suggesting solutions.
• Collaborating with co-workers and management to implement improvements.
• Evaluating the effectiveness of implemented strategies.

Requirements:

• 2 years + working with statistics, data science or a related field.
• Proven experience working with Python or SQL to query and transform large datasets.
• Experience working with shallow Machine Learning models such as regression, classification.
• Understanding of relational databases and non-relational databases
• Expert problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Collaborative mindset.
• Proven aptitude and attitude towards learning new concepts.

You will be passionate about working with data and exploring novel ways of applying Machine Learning and broader AI techniques to truly revolutionise the public sector. Read on if you are excited by our next generation of products and data initiatives.

How will you spend your days?

• Assemble large, complex data sets and perform analysis using advanced analytics or data science techniques
• Identify, design, and implement data science solutions: automating manual processes, optimizing data delivery, providing deeper insight for client
• Build Machine Learning models that utilize data pipelines to provide actionable insights into operational efficiency, and other key business performance metrics.
• Work with stakeholders including Executives, Product, Data and Design teams to assist with data science solutions scoping sessions, machine learning algorithms technical issues and implementations.
• Work collaboratively with the wider team to grow a pipeline of novel data science opportunities, bringing in your ideas and sharing knowledge.
• Produce briefing notes, reports and other written outputs relating to the content and structure of datasets and data science models.
• Work with the wider Data Science team to build our brand – engaging in conferences, thought-leadership marketing pieces and podcasts.

How will you stand out?

Qualifications for a Junior Data Science Consultant

• Exposure or interest in working with public sector datasets.
• Experience using Python, R or Scala to analyse data and build Machine Learning models
• Strong analytical skills related to working with structured and unstructured datasets.
• A successful history and passion for manipulating, processing, and extracting value from large, disconnected datasets.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Experience supporting and working with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment.
• Delivering high-quality content at pace. Translating complex technical solutions into tangible actions for stakeholders
• Building trust with clients
• A good understanding of our clients’ markets and challenges
• A passion for achieving business transformation through data science and AI; the ability to energise and excite those you work with initiative; the ability to work flexibly in a team, working comfortably without direct supervision
• Demonstrated experience in communicating high complex technical solutions to a range of technically competent stakeholders
• Personal accountability - enthusiasm to develop your own projects and take ownership and bring in new ideas.
• Calm and adaptable in the face of ambiguity and in a fast-paced, quick-changing environment
• You must be comfortable with the consulting lifestyle and be willing to travel

What's in it for you?

At Agilisys Data & Decisions, we are passionate about people who are passionate about technology and digital disruption. We pride ourselves on our integrity towards our colleagues and our clients and strive to be the transformation and operating partner of choice to the public sector.

We are collaborative in the way we work, and our agile and fast paced environment poses many opportunities for exposure to new technologies and ways of working. As an Employee-Owned business, our people are our main asset, and everyone has a real say in the direction that the business is heading

In addition to salary, training, and a wonderful office environment, we offer the following corporate benefits:

• Pension Scheme
• Health Insurance
• Being an Employee Owner as part of the Employee Benefit
• Trust, you can make a difference in the future of our organisation.
• Life Assurance
• Flexible working
• Access to exclusive discounts and offers with a variety of retail providers through Agilisys “Perks at Work” scheme.

Agilisys operates as an equal opportunities employer and we welcome all applications regardless of gender, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, race, colour, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, disability, age, political opinions or trade union membership.