About The Role

FDM is a global technology consultancy that partners with leading organisations to deliver innovative IT solutions. We are looking for an experienced Senior Data Scientist to join our client within the financial services sector on a 12-month employment contract (with possible extension). In this role you will lead and support the analysis, investigation, and resolution of data‑related issues across applications and analytical solutions. The role combines hands‑on data work with strong coordination across technical teams, business stakeholders, and governance functions within the Manage Rule‑Based/AI Model‑Based TM Controls & Applications Team.

You will apply advanced analytics to diagnose data quality, modelling, and processing issues; drive data‑driven incident management; and ensure decisions are timely, evidence‑based, and aligned with regulatory and AI governance standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and coordinate data‑related incidents, issues, and escalations.
Extract, prepare and analyse data to support root‑cause investigations and improvements.
Provide insights through visualisation, interpretation, and recommendations.
Assess and support ML model performance, stability, data quality and drift issues.
Validate and optimise data preparation and modelling for production deployment.
Design experiments, evaluate hypotheses, and communicate findings clearly.
Ensure adherence to data management principles and AI lifecycle governance.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and continually build domain expertise.

About You

What we are looking for:

Strong analytical skills and ability to break down complex problems.
Experience with coordinating incidents and cross-team initiatives.
Adaptable, proactive, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
High ethical standards and willingness to challenge constructively.
Solid technical and business understanding, ideally in complex system landscapes.
Passion for technology and data-driven problem solving.

Competencies:

Strong analysis, technical expertise, and coordination abilities.
Effective communication, learning mindset, and customer focus.
Experience with financial crime applications (e.g. FACP) is desirable
Strong SQL and Python, as well as Mathematics and Statistics
Understanding of AML, Transaction Monitoring processes, and knowledge of FinCrime
Excellent written and spoken English
Experience in an agile way of working and methods (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) is an advantage

What we offer:

A clear and supported career path with access to training and certifications
Opportunities for re-skilling and upskilling through continuous learning.
Ongoing support from FDM teams and client-side mentors.
Real-world project experience and access to a global professional network.
Benefits: Insurance, medical care, well-being support, sports card, and training courses.

About Us

FDM is an award-winning global talent network. We power the people behind technology and innovation, providing determined, ambitious individuals with the tools they need to succeed in one of the fastest-growing and most challenging industries. Through industry-recognised training, personalised 1-to-1 mentoring, upskilling in essential tech, and assignments with world-leading companies, we support you in achieving the future you want.

Since our launch, we have helped over 25,000 people start their careers and now employ 2,500 professionals from over 80 countries, partnering with 300+ companies globally. FDM Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and ensuring everyone can thrive, regardless of gender, ethnicity, social mobility, age, abilities, neurodiversity, sexuality, or caring responsibilities.

Apply

Other jobs like this

Similar