Data Scientist

We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. For 90 years we have shaped brighter futures through education, arts, culture, language, and creativity.

Working with people in over 200 countries and territories, we are on the ground in more than 100 countries.

We connect. We inspire.

Role Purpose

To maintain and develop advanced data science solutions to help Marketing & Communications achieve its strategic and commercial objectives. The role will focus on applying advanced analytics, machine learning, and statistical techniques to deliver actionable insights and innovative products.

Marketing and Communications at the British Council is a strategic function which drives awareness, understanding and engagement with us across our diverse audiences. We use insight, knowledge and analysis of our market and our customers to engage them with our work and our products and services in the most impactful and effective way. We lead the development of our brand and use our expertise to tell inspiring stories to enhance our global reputation, build lifelong relationships, engage our staff and demonstrate our impact.

Role Accountabilities

Data Science Delivery and Innovation

Develop and deploy advanced machine learning models and statistical analyses to solve complex business challenges. Prepare, clean, and manipulate large datasets for analysis and modelling, and lead experiments to test hypotheses that improve product or service performance. Ensure that all models and analytical outputs comply with data ethics, governance, and privacy standards.

Data Engineering and Solution Implementation

Collaborate with data engineers to build scalable data pipelines that support modelling and reporting. Work closely with product teams to integrate data science solutions into operational workflows, ensuring models are robust, scalable, and deliver measurable business value.

Business Partnership and Stakeholder Engagement

Translate business requirements into well-defined data science problems with clear success metrics. Communicate analytical findings, insights, and recommendations effectively to a wide range of stakeholders, including non-technical audiences, to support evidence-based decision-making.

Leadership, Collaboration and Professional Contribution

Build data science capability across teams by mentoring colleagues, sharing best practices, and promoting high standards of analytical delivery. Contribute to the British Council's data science community and represent the organisation externally where appropriate, supporting collaboration and the advancement of data science practice.

Knowledge & Experience

Education

Essential:

• Degree in data science, statistics, computer science, mathematics, or a related field.
• Certifications in machine learning, cloud technologies, or analytics (e.g., AWS Certified Machine Learning, TensorFlow Developer) desirable but not required.
• Evidence of continuous professional development in data science techniques and practices.

Experience

Essential:

• Proven experience (3+ years) in data science or advanced analytics roles.
• Demonstrable programming skills in languages such as Python (preferred) or R.
• Experience with machine learning techniques and statistical modelling.
• Proficiency in using data visualisation tools to communicate findings.
• Experience working with large, complex datasets.
• Understanding of data ethics, privacy, and governance principles.
• Ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Experience working in cross-functional teams and collaborative environments.
• Experience of applying version control in GitHub and of collaborating with others on codebases.
• Experience within a marketing environment.

Desirable:

• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Experience with modern data engineering tools and frameworks.
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and product development lifecycles.
• Experience of working with ML or AI Engineers.

Important Information

• Location: Warsaw, Poland
• Contract Type: Indefinite
• Pay band: Grade 8
• Monthly Salary Band (Gross): 16,300PLN – 21,700PLN
• Department: English & Exams
• Right to Work Requirements: You must have the legal right to work in the location in which the role is based
• Languages: Written and verbal proficiency in English is required

Closing date for applications:

Tuesday 18 August 2026 (23.59 British Summer Time, BST)

Wednesday 19 August 2026 (00.59 Central European Summer Time, CEST)

A connected and trusted UK in a more connected and trusted world.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community as we believe that a diverse workforce gives added depth to our work. The British Council is a Disability Confident Employer. The Disability Confident scheme helps challenge attitudes, increase understanding of disability and ensure staff are drawn from the widest possible pool of talent. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the minimum role requirements. We welcome discussions about specific requirements or adjustments to enable participation and engagement in our work and activities.

Safeguarding Statement

The British Council is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults who we work with. We believe that all children and adults everywhere in the world deserve to live in safe environments and have the right to be protected from all forms of abuse, maltreatment and exploitation as set out in article 19, UNCRC (United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child) 1989. Appointment to positions where there is direct involvement with vulnerable groups will be dependent on thorough checks being completed in line with legal requirements and with the British Council’s Safeguarding policies for Adults and Children.

If you experience any difficulties with submitting your application, please email askhr@britishcouncil.org