Lead Analyst - Director of Econometrics

Lead 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!