Manager - Data Science (Financial Services) - Al-Futtaim Group - Dubai, UAE

AlFuttaim; Dubai; On-site; AED 279,000 - 391,000; Full time

Job summary

Al‑Futtaim Group in Dubai, UAE, seeks a Manager – Data Science to advance data‑driven decision making in Financial Services. You will design predictive models for credit risk, pricing, and portfolio optimization, and deliver end-to-end analytics across finance, risk, and product teams.

The role focuses on translating complex data into actionable insights, building finance dashboards, and communicating findings to leadership to influence strategic decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Statistics, Financial Analytics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in data science, analytics, or advanced financial modeling roles.
• Strong hands-on experience with machine learning, advanced statistics, time series forecasting, and predictive analytics.
• Proficiency in Python, SQL, Databricks, and modern data science and financial modeling libraries.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement predictive models for residual value forecasting, credit scoring, delinquency prediction, collections optimization, and pricing enhancement.
• Deliver multiple end-to-end data science use cases demonstrating measurable business impact and improved financial outcomes.
• Develop and maintain financial KPIs, risk indicators, and executive dashboards using advanced statistical techniques and data visualization tools.
• Create and sustain comprehensive finance and risk dashboards that support decision making across leadership and operational teams.
• Generate actionable financial insights using time series analysis, anomaly detection, forecasting, and stress testing methodologies.
• Produce regular, high-quality analytical insights that support portfolio performance, risk management, and strategic planning.
• Collaborate with finance, risk, product, and technology teams to ensure analytics solutions are aligned with business objectives.
• Communicate complex analytical findings clearly to non-technical stakeholders, enabling informed and timely decisions.

Skills

Machine learning

Time series

Statistical analysis

Data storytelling

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Python

SQL

Databricks

Job description

Position Overview

Manager – Data Science – Financial Services – Al‑Futtaim Group – Dubai, UAE. The Manager – Data Science plays a key role in advancing data‑driven decision making within Al‑Futtaim Financial Services. Based in Dubai, this position focuses on delivering advanced analytics and machine learning solutions that enhance financial performance, credit risk management, and portfolio optimization. The role bridges analytics, finance, and business strategy, translating complex data into actionable insights that directly support growth and risk mitigation initiatives.

Job Details

Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Financial Services
Function: R and D – Science
Salary: 25,000 – 35,000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full‑time

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement predictive models for residual value forecasting, credit scoring, delinquency prediction, collections optimization, and pricing enhancement.
• Deliver multiple end‑to‑end data science use cases demonstrating measurable business impact and improved financial outcomes.
• Develop and maintain financial KPIs, risk indicators, and executive dashboards using advanced statistical techniques and data visualization tools.
• Create and sustain comprehensive finance and risk dashboards that support decision making across leadership and operational teams.
• Generate actionable financial insights using time series analysis, anomaly detection, forecasting, and stress testing methodologies.
• Produce regular, high‑quality analytical insights that support portfolio performance, risk management, and strategic planning.
• Collaborate with finance, risk, product, and technology teams to ensure analytics solutions are aligned with business objectives.
• Communicate complex analytical findings clearly to non‑technical stakeholders, enabling informed and timely decisions.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Statistics, Financial Analytics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in data science, analytics, or advanced financial modeling roles.
• Strong hands‑on experience with machine learning, advanced statistics, time series forecasting, and predictive analytics.
• Proficiency in Python, SQL, Databricks, and modern data science and financial modeling libraries.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to translate data into practical business insights.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to business and leadership teams.

Why Join Al‑Futtaim Group

Opportunity to work at the forefront of data science and AI within one of the UAE's largest and most diversified financial services groups. A high‑impact role influencing credit risk, pricing, and portfolio strategies across financial services and mobility businesses. Competitive market‑aligned salary with strong long‑term career growth and leadership development opportunities. Collaborative, innovation‑driven culture focused on excellence, integrity, and continuous improvement.

About the Company

Al‑Futtaim Group is a leading regional conglomerate headquartered in Dubai, operating across automotive, financial services, real estate, retail, and healthcare. Through Al‑Futtaim Financial Services, the Group continues to invest heavily in advanced analytics, data science, and digital transformation to build resilient, customer‑centric, and future‑ready financial platforms across the UAE and international markets.