Data Scientist

Rita Blue; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building society in Coventry is seeking a Data Scientist to deliver advanced data science solutions. The ideal candidate will have strong statistical knowledge and Python programming skills, along with experience in data wrangling and machine learning. The role offers 28 days of holiday, an annual bonus, and a supportive work culture focused on diversity and equality.

Benefits

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Annual discretionary bonus

Personal pension with matched contributions

Life assurance (6 times annual salary)

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of probability theory, regression, or Bayesian statistics.
• Experience with statistics and machine learning techniques like GBM and Random Forests.
• Excellent communication skills to convey complex ideas.

Responsibilities

• Deliver sophisticated data science solutions adhering to governance standards.
• Work with business functions to address challenges and create solutions.
• Prepare, model, and engineer data with compelling visualizations.

Skills

Statistical concepts

Python programming

Data Wrangling using SQL or Pyspark

Machine learning techniques

Communication skills

Job description

About The Role

We are recruiting for a Data Scientist responsible for delivering sophisticated data science solutions while ensuring adherence to governance standards, policies, and regulatory guidelines.

Working closely with business functions to understand their challenges and opportunities, the Data Scientist will apply their curiosity and enthusiasm for data to create solutions supporting member outcomes and the Society's strategic plan.

The successful candidate will be recognized as an expert in Data Science, utilizing their knowledge to prepare, model, and engineer data, develop sophisticated models, and present progress and results using compelling data visualizations and storytelling techniques.

Our Benefits Include

• 28 days holiday a year plus bank holidays and a holiday buy/sell scheme
• Annual discretionary bonus scheme
• Personal pension with matched contributions
• Life assurance (6 times annual salary)

About You

To succeed in this role, you should have:

• A strong understanding of statistical concepts such as probability theory, regression, or Bayesian statistics
• Experience in writing functional Python programming code
• Experience with Data Wrangling using SQL or Pyspark
• Confidence in exploring data suitability before building machine learning or statistical models
• Experience with statistics and machine learning techniques such as GBM, Random Forests, Ensemble models
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and simply

Desirable Experience

• Experience or knowledge of the financial services sector

About Us

We are one of the largest building societies in the UK, committed to improving the lives of others. Recognized as a Great Place to Work, we offer a culture of reward, recognition, and wellbeing support.

Following the integration of The Co-operative Bank into our Group, we share values and an ethical approach towards members, customers, and colleagues.

We are committed to equality and celebrate diversity, believing that working together fosters more than just careers — it builds community.

Flexibility and Why It Matters

We offer flexible working arrangements where possible. Please discuss potential options with us before applying.

Proud to be a Disability Confident Committed Employer

We offer interviews or assessments to every disabled applicant meeting the minimum criteria. Applicants can opt into the Disability Confident Interview Scheme by contacting our recruitment team at Coventry Building Society.