Lead Data Scientist - £100k - £120k (+10-15% bonus/ upto 21% pension)- Flexible Hybrid working

Hawksworth UK are delighted to be recruiting for a ‘Lead Data Scientist’ for a global Insurance & Financial Services organisation. This is a great opportunity for the right person and one we don’t see very often. You will have the chance to build out the Data Science area in a large well known organisation. It can be mainly working from home and going into the office when needed (London or Potters Bar or Bristol locations). You will be instrumental in building the Data Science Team/ area and growth model.

• Hybrid working – very flexible on this
• Location: Where is close to you, London or Bristol or Potters Bar
• Salary: Base salary of £100k - £120k + excellent supporting package

As the data Science Lead you will manage, grow and build a team of high quality Data Scientists. This role requires a deep understanding of data science techniques and services. It is a technical role and as such you will have a wealth of experience in driving data-driven decision-making across large organisations. You will be able to tackle complex problems using a range of methods, guiding your team through a constant test and learn culture, helping to raise the bar and to help innovate.

Some duties will include Data Science strategy, vision, and roadmap, Business requirements and data development through Data Science, Project delivery, Team Management. Drive innovative data science techniques into the business, utilising AI & ML technologies.

We are looking for candidates with the following:

• Experience as a Lead Data Scientist, leading teams of data scientists.
• Substantial experience of various analytical methods including Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence
• Expertise in Business Analytics,
• Good stakeholder management, including senior leaders, Executives and Board members. Can easily articulate at all levels with a friendly, personable approach.
• Marketing experience, with a track record of achieving growth using data driven reasoning
• Financial Services industry is a very nice to have, but tenure in a Corporate environment is a must.
• Experience in a start-up OR someone who is happy to grow a Data Science practice from the ground up.

If this sounds like you, please contact me ASAP by applying for the role or contact ne directly at [email protected].

Thank you and we look forward to hearing from you.