Consultant, Data Science and Business Analyst, AI & Data, Defence & Security

Consultant, Data Science and Business Analyst, AI & Data, Defence & Security

Apply for the role of Consultant, Data Science and Business Analyst, AI & Data, Defence & Security at ACCA Careers.

As a member of a multidisciplinary Data Science & Machine Learning team focused on Defence and Security clients, you will drive innovation and insight from data, building tools and products that deliver actionable value.

• Research and develop innovative solutions that deliver real‑world impact.
• Pioneer implementation of new techniques and technologies.
• Participate in all phases of the lifecycle from capturing user needs and developing prototypes to scaling and managing live services.
• Apply data science, machine learning, and AI techniques creatively to solve complex problems.
• Ensure high‑quality delivery of projects.
• Shape new propositions and support winning new projects.
• Support continual learning and development in the team.
• Develop deep understanding of the Defence & Security sector and the context for AI solutions and services.

• Experience identifying, analysing, prioritising and validating business and user requirements for data and data‑science products and services.
• Experience conducting options analyses, feasibility assessments, impact assessments, and value estimations that contribute to business‑case development.
• Experience comparing and selecting delivery methods for data and data‑science capabilities, including measuring and evaluating outcomes.
• Hands‑on experience applying data science or machine learning in Defence/Security, wider public sector, or academia.
• Strong communication skills, including preparing accessible, engaging and impactful reports and presentations and conveying complex issues to diverse audiences.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex business problems with technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Building productive relationships with colleagues and clients.
• Evidence of contribution to practice development, including developing new propositions, mentoring colleagues and supporting bid work.

• Experience working with limited direction to complete tasks and create deliverables linked to a project.
• Understanding of how to apply data and data‑science techniques for data analysis.
• Knowledge of mathematics, statistics and probability.
• Knowledge of data visualisation tools and ability to create dashboards and reports.
• Knowledge of the machine learning lifecycle, from prototyping to scaling and managing for enterprise use.
• Understanding of ethical and responsible data and AI considerations and experience applying them.

All applicants must hold DV level security clearance in the United Kingdom.

Based in Bristol, London or Manchester with a hybrid working arrangement. Work may involve office presence, virtual collaboration spaces, client sites and remote work as required.

Deloitte is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.