Data & AI Science Consultant - London

Salary: £50,000 - 75,000 per year

Requirements:

• Relevant work experience in data science, machine learning, and business analytics
• Practical experience in coding languages such as Python, R, Scala, with Python preferred
• Proficiency in database technologies such as SQL, ETL, No-SQL, DW, and big data technologies such as pySpark and Hive
• Experience working with structured and unstructured data such as text, PDFs, JPGs, call recordings, and video
• Knowledge of machine learning modelling techniques and how to fine-tune those models, such as XGBoost, Deep Neural Networks, Transformers, and Markov chains
• Experience using specialised machine learning libraries such as Fastai, Keras, TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn, and Hugging Face
• Capacity to read, understand, and implement new machine learning techniques as they emerge
• Experience using cloud technologies such as AWS, GCP, or Azure
• Experience with specialised visualisation techniques such as D3.js and ggplot
• Strong verbal, written communication, and data presentation skills
• Awareness of large language models and enthusiasm for continuous learning and staying updated with the latest advancements in the field
• Willingness and ability to learn quickly and apply creative thinking to finding solutions and driving implementation
• Ability to build relationships with clients and stakeholders
• Strong problem-solving and solutioning skills
• Proven background in statistics, mathematics, or macroeconomics

Responsibilities:

• Solve challenging business problems using advanced machine learning methods and quantitative analytics
• Understand business requirements and support the development of business cases
• Run discovery analytics to identify new and innovative opportunities
• Partner with developers and engineers to deploy machine learning algorithms that deliver business value
• Define approaches to embed and scale machine learning models
• Build reusable assets, solutions, and best practices for current and future business problems
• Consult on complex analyses and advanced machine learning methods
• Communicate with and provide guidance to senior client leadership and teams
• Contribute data science expertise to new sales activities
• Shape data science strategy and the delivery of data science solutions
• Operate across multiple industries and functions
• Develop others by bringing unique knowledge and skillsets to the wider practice

Technologies:

• AI
• AWS
• Azure
• Big Data
• Cloud
• D3
• ETL
• GCP
• Hive
• Support
• Keras
• Machine Learning
• PyTorch
• Python
• PySpark
• SQL
• Scala
• TensorFlow
• Network

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We are Accenture, a leading global professional services company with a strong focus on strategy, consulting, technology, and operations. Our Data and AI practice works across 40 industries in more than 120 countries, helping clients transform through advanced data science, machine learning, and next-generation technology. We offer a vibrant, innovative environment with global collaboration, world-class training programmes, structured career development, and access to cutting-edge technologies. This role is based in London, Manchester, Edinburgh, or Newcastle at Consultant level, with a competitive salary and benefits including 30 days vacation per year, a gym subsidy, private medical insurance, and 3 extra days of leave per year for charitable work of your choice.

last updated 34 week of 2026