Senior data scientist, senior data consultant in London

Senior Data Scientist / Quantitative Analyst - Commodity IntelligenceICIS – Karlsruhe/Germany or LondonAbout ICISICIS is part of Risk Solutions Group (RSG) a division of RELX Group, a FTSE 20 company with revenues of $12.6 billion in 2025 and an employee base of over 37,000 people, serving customers in 180+ countries. ICIS makes some of the world's most important markets more trusted and predictable by providing data services, thought leadership and decision tools. We exist to help businesses in the energy, petrochemical and fertilizer industries make strategic decisions, mitigate risk, improve productivity, and capitalise on new opportunities. Thousands of decisions are taken across supply chains every day using our intelligence and we make this possible through a global presence that delivers the targeted, local insights customers need to achieve growth in this new world of meaningful data. With a global team of more than 700, ICIS has employees based in London, New York, Houston, Karlsruhe, Frankfurt, Milan, Mumbai, Singapore, Guangzhou, Beijing, Shanghai, Dubai, Sao Paulo, Seoul, and Tokyo. Job PurposeAre you passionate about applying data science, AI and analytics to solve complex business problems and create products that customers love? At ICIS, we're building the next generation of data-driven and AI-powered solutions for global commodity markets. As a Senior Data Scientist, you will join 30+ experienced Data Scientists in our Analytics Hubs in Karlsruhe or London. Our Data Science group create forecast models, predictive data and interactive analytical tooling for trading and scenario planning. We model commodity markets with a wide range of techniques from fundamental market modelling, statistical to machine learning & AI, mathematical optimisation / linear programming, system dynamics and agent-based models. In your role, you will primarily focus on creating market-leading predictive models and interactive analytics for prices, supply, demand & trade for Chemicals, the global supply network for petrochemical commodities, recycling materials and their end-use applications. Your work will directly help thousands of users to quantify impacts to their markets. Create and continuously improve analytical commodity market models in Python: Co-develop with our analysts & engineers strong quantitative market models, such as demand modelling, supply modelling for capacity & cost, storage, trade & transport modelling, market balance & market price forecastingConnect, clean, and impute freight, pricing, and supply/demand datasets from diverse internal and external sources. Turn raw, imperfect and incomplete data into actionable market insightCreate interactive analytics, planning and decision support tools that utilize data & models (eg Dash by Plotly). Deliver data and models into ICIS Data Lakehouse and shared platforms. Translate gained domain knowledge back into models and build a deep understanding of operation and decision making in our marketsWork goal-driven and self-organized with own project management responsibility on developments from day 1Guide and support others in the development of models as well as create hands-on own implementations of framework enhancements. Strong communication and engagement, ability to explain complex concepts simply to stakeholdersProduction-ready code in Python and SQL, using AI-code generation and Spec-Driven-Development in a productive & manageable way, familiar with common Data Science & analytics librariesData modelling, transformation, and visualization (eg Python Dash)Experience with software development (modularisation, versioning eg with GIT, tests, understandable code), with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Airflow)Habit of starting simple first to get buy-in early and iterate on feedback to add valueCuriosity & desire to understand the worldA plus: existing knowledge of the chemical industry, Databricks & SnowflakeWhy Join ICIS?Work on Problems That Matter: global organizations make better decisions using data, analytics and AI Build the Future of AI in commodity markets: Play a key role in shaping next-generation AI products and capabilities that will influence the future of our business and our industry Work with Exceptional People: Join a multidisciplinary team of data scientists, engineers, economists, industry experts and product leaders who are passionate about innovation and customer impact Enjoy Corporate Benefits: e.g. support for fitness studio, pension & public transport, 20 days work from anywhere and 4 days extra leave for social & sustainability engagement and ongoing learning and professional development opportunities Join a Team That Loves What It DoesOur Data Science team combines the energy of a start-up with the support and stability of a global organization of more than 37,000 employees. In 2025, our Data Science team achieved an Employee Net Promoter Score (eNPS) of 81, reflecting a highly engaged and supportive culture. ICIS is committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know by completing our Applicant Request Support Form or please contact 1-855-833-5120.Please read our Candidate Privacy Policy. We are an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. UK - London (London Wall)Type: Full time