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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 strong proficiency in Python and SQL for data preparation and model development. Capable of leading teams, influencing stakeholders, and implementing best practices in data science and software development.
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Predictive ModellingMachine Learning TechniquesSQL ProficiencyPython and ML LibrariesTeam Leadership
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Hard Skills
Predictive ModellingMachine Learning TechniquesSQLPythonData PreparationModel DevelopmentGitAzure Machine Learning StudioSnowflakeData Science Solutions
Soft Skills
Technical LeadershipStakeholder InfluenceCollaborationMentoringCommunication
Tools & Technologies
Azure Machine Learning StudioSnowflakeGit
Industry Keywords
General InsuranceData Science StrategyModelling StandardsCommercial Value
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 impact on customer pricing outcomes
- 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
- Help team members deliver high-quality work
- Work with senior leaders to shape the data science strategy
- Identify opportunities to improve modelling capability, processes and ways of working
- Contribute to best-practice standards for modelling, software development, testing, documentation and deployment
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
- 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 desirable
- Ability to complete recruitment screening, introductory, and technical/competency case study stages
- Willingness to undergo credit and criminal record checks as part of referencing
Benefits
Comp & perks- Attractive salary based on experience
- Car allowance
- Annual pay reviews
- Flexible and hybrid working approach, including days in the office and at home
- Annual 4Cs performance bonus
- Private medical insurance
- 4x salary life assurance cover
- Income protection at no extra cost
- Pension contribution match up to 10%
- Discounts and cashback at everyday retailers and on Hastings products
- Fee-free independent mortgage advice
- Free access to financial wellbeing support
- 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
- Healthcare cashback plans
- Dental plans
- Discounted health assessments
- Cycle to work scheme
- Tech schemes
- Discounted and free onsite facilities
- Social events throughout the year
- Training and development
- Recognition and rewards