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Job Title: Sr. Data Scientist

Location: Hybrid, Washington DC

Skills: 5+ years as a data scientist, Python, SQL, C#, data modeling, litigation, preparing data for legal proceedings or regulatory submissions

About Company / Opportunity:

A prestigious and fast-growing professional services firm is seeking a Data Scientist to join its high-performing data science and technology consulting team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead complex, data-driven engagements that support legal, regulatory, and financial matters across a wide range of industries.

You’ll work alongside domain experts and legal professionals to develop actionable insights, build advanced data models, and solve challenging real-world problems. The role offers the opportunity to grow into leadership, while continuing to refine your technical and strategic capabilities.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage consulting projects focused on financial, transactional, and operational data analysis
• Build and maintain SQL databases and Excel models to organize, interpret, and visualize large datasets
• Oversee workflow and task delegation across a small, high-impact team
• Translate complex data into clear client deliverables and presentations
• Collaborate with attorneys, data professionals, and senior stakeholders to design and implement analytical strategies
• Contribute to business development and internal innovation initiatives

Must-Have Skills:

• 5+ years of experience in data analytics, forensic accounting, financial consulting, or similar domains
• Advanced proficiency in SQL and Excel
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects and manage junior team members
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Experience working with structured and unstructured data from varied sources
• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, client-service environment

Nice to Have Skills:

• Prior experience in audit or accounting, preferably at a Big 4 or regional CPA firm
• Exposure to litigation support, legal consulting, or investigative work
• Familiarity with scripting tools like Python or R
• Background in designing dashboards, survey data analysis, or financial modeling
• Experience preparing data for legal proceedings or regulatory submissions

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Business Consulting and Services

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