Data Science Manager

JR United Kingdom; Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A top-quartile Lloyd’s syndicate is recruiting for a Data Science Manager to drive innovation across underwriting and digital strategy. This hybrid role involves leading a team, embedding data science in decision-making, and significantly impacting risk and profitability analysis.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior Data Science position, preferably in Lloyd’s or insurance.
• Strong expertise in Python and statistical modeling.
• Experience in leadership and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Data Science function and manage a team of 2 Data Scientists.
• Build and deploy ML models for underwriting and portfolio decisions.
• Contribute to pricing innovation and AI-based automation.

Skills

Python

Statistical Modeling

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Education

Senior Data Science Experience

Tools

Azure Data Factory

Azure Synapse

Power BI

DevOps

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Data Science Manager | Lloyd’s Market | London (Hybrid, 3 Days On-Site)

We're recruiting on behalf of a top-quartile Lloyd’s syndicate seeking an experienced Data Science Manager to lead innovation across underwriting, pricing, and digital strategy.

You’ll own and deliver impactful projects like Risk Ranking and ML-based profitability analysis—embedding data science into core decision-making and business operations.

Location: Central London (Hybrid: 3 days/week in-office)

Base Salary: Up to £120,000 (flexible up to £130,000)

Bonus: 30–60% of base salary

What you’ll be doing:

• Lead the Data Science function and manage a team of 2 Data Scientists
• Build and deploy ML models to support underwriting and portfolio decisions
• Work closely with underwriters, actuaries, and engineers to shape strategy
• Contribute to pricing innovation, digital trading, and AI-based automation
• Drive data integration across dashboards, assets, and tools

What we're looking for:

• Proven experience in a senior Data Science position (Lloyd’s/insurance preferred)
• Strong Python and statistical modelling expertise
• Leadership and stakeholder management experience
• Exposure to Azure stack: Data Factory, Synapse, Power BI, DevOps

If this role is of interest please apply now as we will be submitting candidates immediately.