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# Lead Data Scientist

- **Company:** Harding+
- **Location:** Bristol, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Microsoft Azure, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, SQL Databases
- **Published:** September 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=243be1c91c1759aa

## About the Role

* You're an analytical thinker who enjoys solving real-world problems and communicating your ideas clearly.
 * You bring experience working as a Data Scientist or Senior Data Scientist, ideally in a retail, travel, or consumer-focused environment,
 * You're confident using tools such as Python or R, SQL, and modern machine learning approaches.
 * You understand commercial metrics and how data supports business performance,
 * You're comfortable presenting insights to both technical and non-technical audiences.
 * You enjoy working collaboratively, are naturally curious, and are motivated by the chance to build something new and meaningful.

Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure, visualisation tools, or mentoring others would be welcomed, but what matters most is your ability to translate data into insight and action.

## Description

This is a role for someone who wants their work to be seen, valued, and acted on. You'll turn rich datasets into meaningful insights that influence decisions across retail, operations, and customer experience - while helping define the future direction of data science at Harding+.

Why This Role Stands Out

Joining us now means stepping into a genuinely exciting growth phase. You'll work alongside our established BI team, using high-quality data foundations to explore advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI solutions that deliver measurable commercial results. As the function grows, you'll help shape its direction and may mentor future team members, giving you the chance to grow your leadership impact as the business evolves.

What You'll Be Doing

In this role, you'll work hands-on with data to uncover insights and develop models that support forecasting, pricing, promotions, customer behaviour analysis, and operational performance across our fleet. You'll collaborate closely with commercial teams, BI specialists, and cruise line partners, translating complex data into clear recommendations that support strategic decisions.

You'll also explore emerging AI technologies and identify opportunities to apply them in practical, commercially meaningful ways - whether that's improving forecasting accuracy, enhancing customer experiences, or streamlining operations. Your work will directly influence how Harding+ uses data to innovate and grow.