Associate Data Scientist (Performance Management, MI & Data Analytics)

CFC Underwriting; City Of London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative insurance company is seeking an Associate Data Scientist to support underwriting performance in London. The role involves building pricing models using Excel and Python, analyzing datasets, and collaborating with various teams. Candidates should have a degree in a related field and 12-18 months of experience in data analysis or data science. Strong skills in Python, Excel, SQL, and effective communication are essential. This position offers a dynamic work environment with a focus on growth and development.

Qualifications

• 12–18 months of direct experience in data analysis or data science.
• Experience with version control tools like Git or Azure DevOps.
• Strong technical skills in Python, Excel, and SQL.

Responsibilities

• Build and improve pricing models using Excel and Python.
• Collaborate with Pricing Analytics, Underwriting, IT, and Product teams.
• Analyse large datasets and create reports on underwriting performance.
• Engage with multiple stakeholders on pricing matters.
• Troubleshoot technical issues in pricing systems.
• Contribute to projects enhancing underwriting performance.

Skills

Python

Excel

SQL

Data analysis

Version control (Git, Azure DevOps)

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or related discipline

Job description

Associate Data Scientist (Performance Management, MI & Data Analytics)

Department: Performance Management, MI & Data Analytics

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: UK - London

Reporting To: Jamie Clarke

Description

As a key member of our Performance Management team, you’ll play an important role in supporting underwriting performance across CFC’s portfolio. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their career who loves working with data and technology, and wants to learn, contribute, and grow in a collaborative environment.

If you enjoy turning data into insights and want to make a real impact in a forward-thinking environment, we’d love to hear from you!

This role is perfect for someone early in their career, maybe you’re in your first job and ready for a new challenge.

If you have a degree in a tech or data-related discipline and want to apply your skills to real-world problems, you’ll thrive here. You’ll work with cutting-edge pricing models in Excel and Python, collaborate with multiple teams, and turn data into insights that drive business impact. It’s an opportunity to grow your technical expertise, broaden your commercial understanding, and make a tangible difference in a dynamic, innovative environment.

About the role

• Use Excel and Python to build and improve pricing models that are accurate, efficient, and user-friendly.
• Work closely with Pricing Analytics, Underwriting, IT, and Product teams to solve complex pricing challenges and deliver smart solutions.
• Analyse large datasets and create clear reports that show underwriting performance and strategic outcomes.
• Keep everyone aligned on pricing matters by engaging with multiple stakeholders internally.
• Troubleshoot technical issues to keep our pricing systems running smoothly.
• Contribute to projects that enhance underwriting performance and operational excellence.

About you

We’re looking for someone with 12–18 months of direct experience in data analysis or data science within a corporate environment. You’ll have proven experience using version control tools such as Git or Azure DevOps, and strong technical skills in Python, Excel, and SQL.

A degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related discipline is essential, along with strong communication skills and the ability to translate technical analysis into clear insights for a wide range of stakeholders.

If you’ve completed a placement year or held multiple internships during your studies and are ready to take the next step in your career, we’d also love to hear from you.

Core Values

Love what you do:

We show up each day ready to take on the world. Our passion and intensity set us apart and makes the difference to our colleagues, customers, brokers and carriers.

Challenge everything:

We’re never afraid to question the way that things are done and we constantly challenge ourselves and others to makes things better.

Have fun, be good:

Insurance is a serious business, but we don’t take ourselves too seriously. We make it fun to work at CFC, we welcome all viewpoints, and we treat everyone how we would expect to be treated.