SC Cleared Data Ethicist - ContractRate: Up to £620 per day (Inside IR35) Location: London or Manchester (1-2 days per week on-site) Contract: 6 months Clearance: Active SC requiredWe''re hiring an experienced SC-cleared Data Ethicist to support the delivery of a high-profile central government data and AI programme. This role focuses on ensuring ethical, responsible, and transparent use of data and AI technologies, balancing innovation with public trust, compliance, and societal impact.This is a hands-on advisory and governance role, working closely with data scientists, engineers, architects, policy teams, and senior stakeholders to embed ethical principles into data-driven services and decision-making processes.Key RequirementsActive Security Clearance (SC) - must be current and transferableProven experience as a Data Ethicist or in responsible AI/data ethics roles within central government or regulated environmentsStrong understanding of ethical frameworks for data and AI (eg fairness, accountability, transparency, explainability)Experience applying ethical principles to AI/ML models and data-driven productsKnowledge of UK regulatory and ethical standards (eg GDPR, ICO guidance, AI assurance frameworks)Familiarity with bias detection, mitigation, and fairness evaluation techniquesExperience working with data governance, risk, and compliance teamsUnderstanding of cloud-based data and AI platforms (Azure/AWS)Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, including ..... full job details .....