Principal Data Scientist

TN United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company is seeking a Principal Data Scientist to join their dynamic Retail team. This role involves leading data science initiatives that drive innovation and improve customer outcomes. Candidates should have experience in Pricing & Underwriting Analytics and possess strong analytical skills. The company offers a supportive environment with flexible working options and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Bonus opportunity - 12% of annual salary

Generous pension scheme

29 days holiday plus bank holidays

Up to 40% discount on Aviva products

Up to £1,200 of free Aviva shares

Flexible benefits including cycle to work

Paid volunteering days

Wellbeing support and tools

Qualifications

• Experience in Pricing & Underwriting Analytics within personal lines insurance.
• Proven ability to solve complex, non-routine problems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of innovative data science solutions.
• Work closely with stakeholders to understand key challenges.

Skills

Statistics

Machine Learning

Deep Learning

AI

Communication

Strategic Thinking

Education

MSc in Mathematics

MSc in Statistics

MSc in Computer Science

Job description

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Aviva is looking for a dynamic Principal Data Scientist to help drive innovation and impact within our Retail team.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-profile data science team that’s shaping the future of insurance through advanced analytics. As the industry evolves in an era of rapid technological change, Aviva is investing in machine learning and analytics as a core capability.

Our team is recognised as a centre of excellence within the Global Data Science Department – delivering data-driven insights that enhance decision-making across the Aviva Group.

A bit about the job:

As a data science leader within the Personal Lines business, you’ll work closely with a diverse range of stakeholders to understand key challenges and lead the development of innovative data science solutions that drive better outcomes for both the business and our customers. You’ll develop a deep understanding of the business strategy and objectives, and lead a team focused on delivering impactful solutions. You’ll also have the freedom to explore creative and forward-thinking approaches to unlocking value from data.

We’re particularly interested in candidates with experience in Pricing & Underwriting Analytics within personal lines insurance.

Skills and experience we’re looking for:

• Proven ability to solve complex, non-routine problems using expertise in areas such as Statistics, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, or AI.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills – able to explain complex concepts clearly to a variety of audiences.
• Strategic thinker with strong commercial awareness.
• Experience delivering projects in collaboration with cross-functional teams or external partners.
• Highly numerate, with a degree or postgraduate qualification (e.g., MSc) in a relevant field such as Mathematics, Statistics, or Computer Science (preferred but not essential).

What you’ll get for this role:

Our purpose - with you today, for a better tomorrow – is a promise we make to our colleagues too. And one of the ways we live up to that promise is by investing in you. We have so much to offer when it comes to being an Aviva colleague.

• Bonus opportunity - 12% (E grade) of annual salary. Actual amount depends on your performance and Aviva’s.
• Generous pension scheme - Aviva will contribute up to 14%, depending on what you put in.
• 29 days holiday plus bank holidays, and you can choose to buy or sell up to 5 days!
• Make your money go further - Up to 40% discount on Aviva products, and other retailer discounts.
• Up to £1,200 of free Aviva shares per year through our Matching Share Plan and share in the success of Aviva with our Save As You Earn scheme!
• Brilliantly supportive policies including parental and carer’s leave.
• Flexible benefits to suit you, including sustainability options such as cycle to work.
• Make a difference, be part of our Aviva Communities and use your 3 paid volunteering days to help others.
• We take your wellbeing seriously with lots of support and tools.

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Aviva is for everyone:

We’re inclusive and welcome everyone – we want applications from all backgrounds and experiences. Excited but not sure you tick every box? Even if you don’t, we would still encourage you to apply. We also consider all forms of flexible working, including part-time and job shares.

We flex locations, hours, and working patterns to suit our customers, business, and you. Most of our people are smart working – spending around 50% of their time in our offices every week - combining the benefits of flexibility, with time together with colleagues.