JUNIOR DATA SCIENTIST (1 YEAR UNIVERSITY PLACEMENT)

JOIN OUR JOURNEY

Medialab is the UK’s leading independent media agency, and one of the fastest growing in the industry. We’re a media agency that’s made differently: purpose-led, data-driven, founder-run and proudly independent.

Our entrepreneurial spirit means success is rewarded and there are no limits to what you can achieve, which our employees agree with, evidenced by being a Campaign ‘Best Place to work’ for the last 4 years in a row. We are IPA Effectiveness accredited, an IPA People-First agency and widely awarded including a double-gold at the 2024 IPA Effectiveness Awards for our work with Laithwaites.

Our independence means we can focus 100% on doing the right thing to secure success for our clients and our brilliant people. We work with a wide variety of clients including Sharps Bedrooms, SunLife, Standard Life, Laithwaites Wine, EMMA, Save the Children, Mind, Guide Dogs, Hovis, Alzheimer’s Society, RNLI and Clearscore.

OUR VALUES

• Commit to Doing the Right Thing (Take ownership and be accountable)
• Help People Flourish (Invest in people)
• Dig Deeper to Understand Better (Data driven curiosity)

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU

Working at Medialab comes with lots of perks including all the usual things you would expect, such as a competitive salary package, pension, season ticket loans, cycle to work scheme, weekly social events and big summer / end of year parties.

On top of that, we offer extra incentives which make life at Medialab even more rewarding:

• Time to Unwind – 22 days holiday (+ Christmas closure), birthday & mental health day off, flexi-hours, and work abroad scheme.
• Hybrid Working – Balance between home and office. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements from the commencement of employment.
• Career Growth – Quarterly reviews, CPD Platinum training, mentoring, and leadership support.
• Health & Wellbeing – Private medical insurance, health cash plan, gym discounts, wellbeing apps, and free professional counselling.
• Supporting Families – Enhanced parental leave and life assurance.
• Giving Back – Paid charity days and sustainability initiatives.
• Perks & Rewards – Retail discounts, long-service trips, and an unforgettable team culture.

YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE

We are looking for inquisitive, articulate, numerate, and above all, enthusiastic placement students to support the wider team in delivering these critical insights and building on the capabilities of our product.

You will be part of a close-knit and friendly team who share results and celebrate success together.

As a Data Scientist at Medialab, you will join the rapidly developing data team, responsible for:

• Measurement solutions
• Modelling expertise
• Helping a diverse client-set understand the true value of their media investment
• Creating compelling data stories on how to drive growth
• Automating insights into the planning cycle through our advanced and integrated tech stack

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Work closely with business teams to identify and resolve issues using data-driven solutions for decision-making and campaign measurement.
• Use machine learning and statistical techniques to solve complex problems and improve performance insights.
• Develop and implement automated data processes using Python/R to structure, clean, and manage large datasets efficiently.
• Build algorithms and design experiments to extract and analyze data, generating insights for clients and internal teams.
• Support account management and planning teams by delivering media campaign measurement across multiple channels.
• Conduct regular client analysis and reporting, focusing on multi-channel response attribution, retention/churn, customer lifetime value, and segmentation.
• Collaborate with the Datalab team and senior stakeholders to develop analytical propositions.
• Maintain clear and coherent communication, both verbal and written, to understand data needs and present insights effectively.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

Strengths

• Highly numerate undergraduate studying a relevant degree (Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Computer Science, or similar).
• Strong Excel and MS Office skills (pre-requisite).
• Experience with coding in Python, R, or SQL.
• Familiarity with data visualisation tools like Power BI or Google Data Studio (useful but not essential).
• Understanding of statistical techniques (e.g. regression, confidence measures).
• Strong data manipulation skills with a keen eye for accuracy.
• Good communication skills to explain insights and collaborate effectively.

Mindset

• Curious and analytical, always looking to uncover insights.
• Entrepreneurial mindset, spotting opportunities and solving problems creatively.
• Proactive and a quick learner, eager to develop new skills.
• Methodical and structured, able to manage tasks with precision.
• Confident and assertive in discussions but also a great listener.
• Team player, comfortable collaborating but also owning tasks independently.
• Positive with a pragmatic approach to problem-solving.

KEY DATES

• Applications close: Monday 7th April
• Remote 1st stage interviews: w/c 21st April & 28th April
• Face-to-face 2nd stage interviews: w/c 5th May & 12th May
• Start date: Beginning of September 2025

READY TO JOIN US?

To learn more about the role, our team, our growth plans, and the benefits of joining Medialab, apply today!