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For over 90 years we have shaped brighter futures through education, arts, culture, language, and creativity.\nWe work with people in over 150 countries and reach over 700 million people.\nWe connect. We inspire.\n\nThe Role:\nThe Associate Data Scientist analyzes validated data to uncover trends, patterns, and root causes, translating complex findings into actionable insights and recommendations. 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Written and verbal proficiency in English is required.\nClosing Date: Applications will close at 23:59 IST on Monday, 23 November 2026\nImportant Information:\nBusiness unit: English and Exams\nPay Band: 7\nCountry/Location: Noida, India | Warsaw, Poland | London, Cardiff, Edinburgh, Belfast and anyone on pre-existing homeworking contracts in the UK\nContract Type: Indefinite Contract (Permanent)\nWork arrangement: Hybrid\nStarting Gross Salary:\nIndia- INR 1178301 (Annual)\n Poland- PLN 11230 (Monthly)\nUK - £32,381 (Annual)\nProof of Identity requirements/right to work in country: Candidates should ensure they have the pre-existing legal right to live and work in the country where the role is based. Mobility / relocation / visa sponsoring support will not be provided.\nBritish Council supports working in new ways such as hybrid working, subject to full approval by line management and conditional upon our ability to provide the appropriate level of service. 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