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Senior Data Scientist
Hastings Direct. Lead predictive modelling projects from problem definition through development, validation, production integration and ongoing monitoring .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in predictive modelling and machine learning techniques, with a strong focus on delivering data science solutions that drive business decisions. Proficient in leading teams, establishing best practices, and collaborating across multi-disciplinary environments to enhance modelling capabilities.
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Predictive ModellingMachine Learning TechniquesSQL ProficiencyPython and ML LibrariesTeam Leadership
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Hard Skills
Predictive ModellingMachine Learning TechniquesSQL ProficiencyPython ProgrammingData PreparationModel ValidationData Feature EvaluationTechnical ReviewVersion Control with GitCloud-Based ML Platforms
Soft Skills
Technical LeadershipStakeholder InfluenceClear CommunicationCollaborative Work
Tools & Technologies
Azure Machine Learning StudioSnowflakeGit
Industry Keywords
General InsuranceData Science StrategyBest-Practice StandardsCommercial Value Generation
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesAzureCloudPythonSQL
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead predictive modelling projects from problem definition through development, validation, production integration and ongoing monitoring
- Master Hastings’ systems, processes and technology to maximise team effectiveness
- Identify, assess and prepare new data features, evaluating predictive value, stability, interpretability and customer pricing impact
- Build and promote reusable, maintainable and reproducible modelling tools, pipelines and development practices
- Lead a small team of data scientists and support their technical development
- Work with senior leaders to shape data science strategy and improve modelling capability, processes and ways of working
- Establish and contribute to best-practice standards for modelling, software development, testing, documentation and deployment
- Participate in recruitment screening, introductory and case study interview stages
Requirements
What you’ll need- Deep understanding of predictive modelling and machine learning techniques, including linear and gradient boosted models
- Demonstrable experience delivering data science solutions that influenced business decisions and generated measurable commercial value
- Strong SQL skills, including extracting, transforming and preparing data for predictive modelling
- Proficiency and experience using Python and ML libraries to build and integrate data science products
- Experience using Git for version control and collaborative software development
- Ability to lead technical discussions, influence senior stakeholders and explain complex analytical concepts clearly
- Experience working collaboratively across multi-disciplinary teams
- Experience reviewing the technical work of other data scientists
- Desirable: experience using Azure Machine Learning Studio or similar cloud-based ML platforms
- Desirable: experience using Snowflake or similar cloud-based data platforms
- Desirable: experience leading, supporting and mentoring junior colleagues
- Desirable: experience applying data science or predictive modelling within general insurance
- Thorough referencing process including credit and criminal record checks
Benefits
Comp & perks- Car allowance
- Annual 4Cs performance bonus
- Flexible and hybrid working approach
- Support, training and development
- Recognition and rewards
- Private medical insurance
- Life assurance cover of 4x salary
- Income protection
- Pension contribution match up to 10%
- Retailer and own-product discounts and cashback
- Fee-free independent mortgage advice
- Free financial wellbeing support
- Mental wellbeing programme
- Thrive mental health app
- 24/7 colleague assistance programme
- In-house mental health first aiders
- Support groups and dedicated mental health support team
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Option to buy or sell one contracted week of leave
- Healthcare cashback plans
- Dental plans
- Discounted health assessments
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Technology schemes
- Discounted and free onsite facilities
- Social events throughout the year