Head of Credit Risk - Data Science

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative FinTech lender is seeking a Head of Data Science to lead their credit risk modeling function. This role offers the chance to develop predictive models and leverage machine learning techniques to drive profitability. Join a collaborative team in a fast-paced environment where your contributions will significantly impact business performance. With a competitive salary and excellent benefits, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a difference in the financial technology sector.

Benefits

Private Medical Care

25 Days Holiday

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience developing predictive models is essential.
• Strong SQL and Python skills required.

Responsibilities

• Develop credit models including scorecards and decisioning models.
• Utilize machine learning techniques to enhance model suite.

Skills

Predictive Modeling

SQL

Python

Consumer Lending

Credit Lifecycle Understanding

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

HEAD OF DATA SCIENCE – CREDIT RISK

£120,000-140,000 (dependent on experience)

London - 3 days in office

Great opportunity with a scaling FinTech lender in the UK. This business offer a fast-paced and driven work environment, with a really collaborative team culture that encourages employee development and growth.

THE COMPANY

This dynamic and fast-paced lender is seeking a driven and experienced individual to join their team to own their modelling function, across credit risk, collections, fraud and more. You’d work as an Individual Contributor to lead the Data Science function to make an impact on business performance.

THE ROLE

• Develop a range of credit models within the business, predominantly scorecards and broader decisioning models
• Using innovative machine learning techniques to further enhance the model suite and drive profitability across the business
• Own implementation and impact of predictive models across the product suite

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Essential to have experience developing predictive models
• SQL and Python experience is essential
• Highly desirable to have had experience in Consumer Lending and a strong understanding of the credit lifecycle
• Experience in a fast-paced environment and ability to work across multiple projects, in a FinTech is a plus

SALARY AND BENEFITS

• Base salary from £120-140,000 depending on experience
• Private medical care
• 25 days holiday
• Cycle to work scheme

HOW TO APPLY

Please register your interest by sending your CV to Rosie Walsh through the ‘Apply’ link