Principal Data Scientist (FTC - 24 months)

Principal Data Scientist (FTC - 24 months)

Salary: £56,797.00 - £64,903.00 per annum

Contract type: Fixed Term, Full Time

Reference: PN00378A

About the role

Do you want to play a role in making London safer through the generation and effective use of data science and analysis? We’re recruiting multiple roles to create a new Data Science team within the MOPAC Evidence & Insight function.

The Mayor’s Office for Policing And Crime (MOPAC) is the organisation through which the Mayor of London exercises his role as the Police and Crime Commissioner for London. MOPAC undertakes a broad range of statutory duties and works closely with the Mayor of London, Deputy Mayor and Metropolitan Police Service to deliver the priorities that will create safer London communities.

Working within MOPAC, Evidence & Insight is the dedicated in-house analytics team consisting of experienced analysts and researchers conducting performance analytics, social research and public opinion surveys, all for the purpose of best supporting MOPAC and ensuring evidence is at the centre of policy to make London safer.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Data Scientist to join our team at MOPAC. As the Principal Data Scientist, you will play a critical role in driving data-driven insights and decision-making to address crime, criminal justice, and policing challenges in London. You will lead a team of Data Scientists and spearhead the development and execution of sophisticated analytical projects, providing strategic leadership in formulating MOPAC's Data Science strategy and offering expert guidance in specialised technical areas to drive innovation and ensure alignment with MOPAC’s overall objectives.

Selected responsibilities would include:

• Leading and developing the data science team within MOPAC.
• Expertise in data science techniques and capabilities (i.e., data mining, visualisation, predictive analysis, statistics, time series, large language models, geospatial analytics).
• Experience leading or mentoring a team of data analysts or scientists.
• Graduate and/or professional qualification in data science, mathematics, statistics, economics, social science or related area, or an equivalent level of knowledge.
• Ensuring data science is a key aspect within MOPAC decision making.
• Attending, contributing to and presenting at MOPAC / MPS corporate boards and similar Policy meetings.
• In-depth knowledge of Data Science and practical experience of how data science techniques can be used.
• Proficiency in coding with SQL, DAX, M, Python or R, with the ability to manipulate and analyse data efficiently.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and join a team that's making a real difference improving the lives of Londoners, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Applying for the Role

Candidates wishing to apply must upload their CV accordingly, complete their personal profile and answer the supporting questions. Please ensure your answers clearly address the essential criteria and competency framework outlined in the attached job description.

MOPAC operates a blind recruitment process; therefore, please do not write any identifiable information within your supporting question answers or introductory statement.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or assistance submitting your application, please email HR@mopac.london.gov.uk.

Security Vetting Clearance

The successful candidates will be expected to undergo the necessary security vetting, which may take around eight weeks to complete. Applicants must possess the legal right to work in the UK and have resided in the UK continuously for at least the last three years.

Reward and Benefits

In addition to an excellent salary and civil service pension with 28.97% employer contribution, we offer an attractive range of benefits including 32.5 days’ annual leave, interest-free season ticket loan and flexible working arrangements.

Where are we based?

We have moved to a hybrid working model with office hubs at Union Street (near London Bridge) and Newlands Park (postcode SE26). On average, staff will work 1-2 days a week from an Office Hub.

Interview date: 1 and 3 October 2024

Application closing date: Sun, 15 September 2024 - 23:59