Full job descriptionLead Analyst - Director of EconometricsLondon | Hybrid Working (3 Days Office / 2 Days WFH)
Up to £80,000 + Benefits
A global marketing and media analytics business is looking for a Lead Analyst - Director of Econometrics to play a key role in building and growing a newly established UK-based data science function. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for someone who combines deep technical MMM expertise with strong client-facing and stakeholder management skills.
The RoleYou’ll lead the delivery of Marketing Mix Modelling (MMM) projects for a range of clients, while helping shape the direction and capabilities of a growing data science team.
Key responsibilities include:
*Designing, building and implementing MMM solutions from scratch
*Using open-source MMM frameworks such as Google Meridian, Robyn and PyMC
*Leading end-to-end client delivery, from model development through to recommendations and business impact
*Ensuring models are robust, reliable and commercially relevant
*Acting as a trusted advisor to clients, presenting insights and strategic recommendations
*Balancing hands-on modelling work with project leadership and stakeholder engagement
*Mentoring and managing junior team members
*Contributing to the growth and development of the wider data science function
About You*8-10 years’ experience within Data Science, Marketing Science or Analytics
*Strong Python expertise
*Proven experience building MMM models from scratch
*Deep understanding of statistical modelling techniques and model evaluation
*Previous experience within an agency, consultancy or client-facing analytics environment
*Strong stakeholder management and client presentation skills
*Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
*Passionate about building processes, capabilities and teams from the ground up
Why Join?*Opportunity to help build and shape a new UK data science function
*High level of ownership and autonomy
*Mix of hands-on technical work and strategic leadership
*Exposure to a variety of clients and industries
*Collaborative, growth-oriented environment with significant career progression potential
Benefits*Salary up to £80,000
*Hybrid working (3 days per week in the London office)
*25 days annual leave + bank holidays + additional leave benefits
*Private healthcare
*Pension contributions
*Free breakfast and lunch in the office (Monday-Thursday)
*Monthly wellbeing allowance
*Enhanced family leave policies
*International remote working opportunities after qualifying service
If you’re an MMM specialist looking for a role where you can drive client impact, influence strategy and help build a high-performing data science function, we’d love to hear from you.
Find out more and apply via the link below!