Data Scientist

LegalAndGeneral; City Of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in the City of London seeks a Data Scientist to join their Group Data & Analytics team. In this full-time role, you will develop data science solutions, conduct exploratory analyses, and collaborate with diverse teams. Ideal candidates have a degree in a quantitative field and experience with large datasets. The company offers excellent benefits, including a performance-related bonus, generous holiday, and a health care plan.

Benefits

Annual performance-related bonus plan

Generous pension contribution

Life assurance

Healthcare Plan for permanent employees

25 days holiday plus public holidays

Electric car scheme

Discounts for employees

Qualifications

• Degree in a quantitative discipline or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience working with large datasets.
• Familiarity with coding languages such as Python, R, and SQL.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver data science solutions with support.
• Conduct exploratory data analysis to inform decisions.
• Build and validate machine learning models.

Skills

Machine Learning

Data Analysis Skills

Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Coding in Python

Using SQL

Statistical Analysis

Education

Degree in a quantitative discipline

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Azure

AWS

Job description

Are you passionate about using data to solve real-world problems and drive innovation Were looking for a curious and collaborative Data Scientist to join our Group Data & Analytics team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to impactful projects develop your skills in machine learning and data engineering and work alongside a supportive team that values diverse perspectives and continuous learning.

Whether youre early in your data science career or looking to build on existing experience we welcome applicants from all backgrounds who are excited to make a difference through data.

What you’ll be doing

• Developing and delivering data science solutions with support from experienced colleagues
• Engineering and preparing data from varied sources for analysis and modelling
• Conducting exploratory data analysis to uncover insights and inform decisions
• Building and validating machine learning models to improve business outcomes
• Visualizing analytical outputs and model results using best practice techniques
• Documenting work clearly and participating in peer reviews for quality assurance
• Supporting data initiatives that enhance customer experience and operational efficiency
• Adhering to governance standards and maintaining up-to-date documentation

Qualifications

• Holding a degree in a quantitative discipline or equivalent practical experience
• Demonstrating experience working with large datasets and strong attention to detail
• Applying machine learning techniques in commercial or research settings
• Using coding languages such as Python, R and SQL for data manipulation and modelling
• Understanding stakeholder needs and managing expectations effectively
• Collaborating across teams and building positive working relationships
• Familiarity with dashboarding tools like Power BI or Tableau (beneficial but not essential)
• Exposure to cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS (beneficial but not essential)

Whatever your role we reward performance and behaviour with a package that looks after all the things that are important to you. Here are some of the benefits we offer :

• The opportunity to participate in our annual performance-related bonus plan and valuable share schemes
• Generous pension contribution
• Life assurance
• Healthcare Plan (permanent employees only)
• At least 25 days holiday plus public holidays 26 days after 2 years service. There’s also the option to buy and sell holiday
• Competitive family leave
• Participate in our electric car scheme which offers employees the option to hire a brand-new electric car through tax efficient salary sacrifice (permanent employees only)
• There are the many discounts we offer both for our own products and at a range of high street stores and online
• In 2023 some of our workspaces were redesigned. Our offices are great spaces to connect and collaborate and have your wellbeing at the heart

Additional Information

At L&G we believe its possible to generate positive returns today while helping to build a better future for all.

If you join us you’ll be part of a welcoming inclusive culture with opportunities to collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds views and experiences. Guided by leaders with integrity who care about your future and wellbeing. Empowered through initiatives which support people to develop their careers and excel.

We care passionately about outcomes rather than attendance and are therefore open to discussing all kinds of flexible working options including part-time term-time and job shares. Although some roles have limited flexibility due to customer demand we accommodate requests when we can.

It doesn’t matter if you don’t meet every single criterion in this advert. Instead think about what you excel at and what else you can bring in terms of strengths potential and connection to our purpose.

Remote Work: No

Employment Type: Full-time

Key Skills

Laboratory Experience, Immunoassays, Machine Learning, Biochemistry, Assays, Research Experience, Spectroscopy, Research & Development, cGMP, Cell Culture, Molecular Biology, Data Analysis Skills

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1