Senior Data Science Manager

Senior Manager, Data Science (AI / Machine Learning)Industry: Information & Analytics / AI for Research & ScienceWork setting: Hybrid (London-based, flexible working)Senior leadership role heading data science and AI teams building advanced machine learning systems for research intelligence, knowledge discovery, and AI-powered products.Role summaryDefine and lead AI / data science strategy across ML, NLP, search, and generative AILead end-to-end development of production AI systems (experimentation → deployment)Oversee development of LLM, RAG, search, recommendation, and NLP-based systemsEstablish frameworks for model evaluation, performance, and responsible AITranslate business and product goals into data science roadmaps and solutionsPartner with product, engineering, and business leaders to drive strategyLead, coach, and grow high-performing data science teamsEnsure scalable, production-ready ML systems across large datasetsRequirementsStrong background in data science / ML / AI (incl. NLP, deep learning, experimentation)Experience building and deploying production AI/ML systems at scaleProven leadership of technical teams in complex product environmentsStrong experience with large datasets and applied statistical modellingExperience with modern AI systems (e.g. LLMs, embeddings, RAG, search systems)Strong stakeholder management and ability to translate ambiguity into strategyWork styleHybrid working model with flexible hoursCross-functional global teams (product, engineering, research)High-impact AI environment focused on science and research innovation