Data Science Manager

JR United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative health-focused organization is seeking a Data Science Manager to lead a dynamic team in delivering impactful AI projects. This role offers a unique blend of hands-on coding and strategic leadership, allowing you to influence real-world healthcare solutions. You will manage a talented group of data scientists, driving projects that range from pricing optimization to GenAI initiatives. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and continuous learning, this position provides the opportunity to grow both personally and professionally in a supportive environment. If you're passionate about data science and want to make a difference in healthcare, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Great pension

Life assurance

Dedicated learning time

Hackathons

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Experience managing or mentoring data scientists in a commercial setting.
• Hands-on skills in Python and AI/ML project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of data scientists on AI and machine learning projects.
• Translate complex data insights for non-technical stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Data Science

Machine Learning

GenAI

Python

MLOps

Communication Skills

Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Data Science or related field

Master's degree in Data Science or related field

Tools

Scikit-learn

TensorFlow

Keras

PySpark

Job description

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• Lead real-world AI projects in healthcare
• Blend hands-on coding with team leadership

We’re working with a market-leading health-focused organisation that’s using cutting-edge data science and AI to reshape how people access and experience healthcare. They’ve built a strong data science function that’s now growing again—this time with a key leadership role.

What you’ll be doing:

They’re looking for a Data Science Manager to lead a small but strong team across a range of live and upcoming projects spanning traditional AI, GenAI and machine learning. The environment is genuinely collaborative, with a healthy investment in tools, learning, and innovation. This role offers the rare opportunity to stay hands-on with the tech while also stepping into a strategic leadership position with strong support from above.

You’ll be responsible for managing and mentoring a team of four data scientists working on complex data challenges with real-world impact. You’ll be involved in projects across multiple domains—ranging from pricing optimisation and claims management to customer behaviour modelling and new GenAI initiatives.

Day to day, you’ll split your time between technical delivery, people leadership, and cross-functional collaboration. You’ll be the person who can understand the scientific complexity but communicate its value clearly to non-technical stakeholders, helping drive commercial outcomes from data insights. The role will report into an experienced leader who’s happy to give you room to lead while offering support as needed.

There’s also a strong emphasis on upskilling and internal learning. Think regular hackathons, dedicated learning time (two hours every week), and a real culture of investing in the team.

What experience you’ll need to apply:

• Currently working as a Data Science Manager, Lead Data Scientist or similar
• Proven experience leading or mentoring data scientists within a commercial environment
• Experience working on GenAI/MLOps and similar projects
• Solid background delivering AI/ML projects end-to-end, with real business impact
• Hands-on Python skills including libraries like Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, Keras, and PySpark
• Strong understanding of model deployment and MLOps best practices
• Ability to work with real-world, unbalanced and messy datasets
• Skilled in translating technical work into insights for non-technical stakeholders
• Experience working across cross-functional teams (engineers, architects, analysts)
• Sector experience in healthcare, finance or insurance is beneficial but not essential

What you’ll get in return:

• Up to £90,000 basic salary depending on experience
• Annual bonus linked to company and personal performance
• Great pension, life assurance and more!
• Hybrid working – typically 2–3 days per week

What’s next?

Apply with your updated CV and we’ll be in touch to talk through the opportunity in more detail. Any questions in the meantime? Drop Tegan a message – happy to chat it through!