Are you passionate about unlocking the power of data? Do you thrive on solving complex business challenges with cutting-edge AI and machine learning? DK, the world’s leading illustrated non-fiction publisher, is seeking an AI & Machine Learning Analyst to join our innovative Data & Analytics team.

About the Role:

At DK, we are on a mission to redefine creativity and efficiency through data-driven decision-making. As our AI & Machine Learning Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our business. Your mission? To design, build, and deploy machine learning models and analytic AI solutions that streamline operations, enhance creativity, and provide valuable insights to support strategic goals.

You will leverage Large Language Models (LLMs) alongside machine learning techniques to unlock innovative functionalities, integrating cutting-edge AI into tools and processes that enhance forecasting, trend analysis, and decision-making. By experimenting with advanced algorithms and leveraging cloud platforms, you’ll ensure DK remains at the forefront of AI-driven transformation.

Additionally, you’ll empower teams across sales, marketing, operations, and production by delivering actionable insights, creating user-friendly tools, and fostering a culture of data literacy and continuous improvement.

About You:

We’re looking for a proactive and results-driven problem-solver with a passion for turning data into actionable insights. You’ll need to be:

• Technically skilled: Proficient in Python, SQL, and machine learning frameworks like TensorFlow or Scikit-Learn, with experience deploying models in cloud environments (AWS or GCP preferred). Familiarity with leveraging LLMs via APIs to build AI-enhanced solutions is a big plus.
• Analytically minded: Capable of performing exploratory data analysis, identifying trends, and developing solutions that address complex business problems.
• Innovative: Always staying ahead of AI advancements and applying them to improve efficiency and decision-making, especially through the integration of LLMs.
• Collaborative: Confident working across teams to understand business needs and communicating technical insights in an accessible way.
• Adaptable: Comfortable in a fast-paced, evolving environment, with a strong focus on delivering results aligned with DK’s goals.

DK is dedicated to creating a dynamic and collaborative environment. This position features a hybrid working arrangement, requiring you to be in the office three days a week.

If you have practical experience in AI, a track record of building and deploying machine learning models, and a desire to push the boundaries of what’s possible, we want to hear from you!

To apply, please submit your most recent CV and cover letter by  30th January 2025.

Salary: £43,500

We have a range of benefits to reflect our commitment to our people, some of which are:
  

• 25 days paid holiday entitlement in year one, plus bank holidays
• Generous pension scheme
• Volunteering policy and charity matching
• Employee assistance programme
• 60% discount on company books
• Cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership
• Flex Fridays (1pm Finish*)
• Shopping discounts 
• Up to 30 days remote working from abroad
• And we plant a tree for every new employee to our business

 
DK is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the varied communities that read our books across the world. We encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of age, religion, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexuality or social background. DK is proud to announce that we have adopted The Halo Code.
 
DK is a member of the disability confident scheme. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies.
 
DK supports flexible working and has introduced a new ‘smart-working’ policy with a hybrid approach of working weekly from home and in DK’s office.
 
The Book Trade Charity offers financial support to people looking to enter the book trade, but who may struggle to afford the costs of attending interviews or undertaking internships. For more information, visit www.booktradeentrysupport.org

*Subject to certain criteria being met.

About our Company: 

We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in. From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books. 

We are the world's leading illustrated publisher and a member of the Penguin Random House division of Bertelsmann, creating cutting-edge design and stunning visual books for the whole family. We are passionate about inspiring curiosity and bring people to books through their thirst for knowledge. With a global book loving community of over 800 colleagues in the UK, US, Germany, India, China, Spain and Australia, we produce books in over 100 countries and over 60 languages. Find out more on dk.com.

Company: Dorling Kindersley Limited 

Country: United Kingdom 

State/Region: London 

City: London 

Postal Code: SW1V 2SA 

Job ID: 276874