Data Scientist - Commercial Sport
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Position Overview & Specifications
Data Idols are proud to be supporting a globally recognised organisation to recruit a Data Scientist. In this exciting role, you will be working with a team of Data Analysts to help the company increase their knowledge and understanding of their fans and customers. You will be analysing data and consumer behaviours for their streaming services, app engagement and merchandise interaction.
The OpportunityAs a Data Scientist, you will be helping the company expand their knowledge and comprehension of their customers to increase engagement. E-Commerce is a big focus within the commercial side of the business so you will be analysing sales, as well as app and streaming interactions to help build data visualisations along with building customer segmentation and customer lifetime value models.
Skills and Experience- Strong coding expereince, Python in particular
- Experience in developing Data Science models and productionisation
- Stakeholder management experience
- A keen interest in sports is a bonus
- Good experience in CRM
- £65,000 – £70,000
- Hybrid working
If you are interested in the role, please send us your CV for initial screening.
Data ScientistCandidate 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.
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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.
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Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Data Scientist - Commercial Sport roles across Data Idols'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 HR Consulting.
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 £65,000 - £70,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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