Pricing Data Science Lead- SME

QBE; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international insurer is seeking a Lead Pricing Data Scientist Analyst to shape pricing strategy and lead a team. Responsibilities include collaborating with various departments, developing pricing models, and driving profitability. Ideal candidates will have experience in insurance pricing and strong analytical skills. The role offers hybrid working options and extensive benefits including 30 days holiday.

Benefits

30 days holiday with the option to buy more

Flexible working

Pension contributions of 10%

Comprehensive private medical insurance

Family-friendly policies including full pay leave

Sustainable investing aligned with net-zero goals

Cycle-to-Work scheme up to £5,000

Qualifications

• Proven experience in general insurance pricing or portfolio analysis.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to deliver pricing improvements and insights.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of Pricing and Portfolio Analysts.
• Develop and maintain pricing models across various lines of business.
• Collaborate with Underwriting to align pricing tools with strategy.

Skills

Adaptability

Analytical Thinking

Business Intelligence Applications

Coaching for success

Cost Management

Critical Thinking

Risk Management

Team Management

Tools

SQL

Python

Power BI

Job description

Overview

Time Type: Full time

Worker Type: Employee

We are seeking a highly analytical and commercially astute Lead Pricing Data Scientist Analyst to join our growing E-trade team. This senior role is pivotal in shaping our pricing strategy and portfolio performance across multiple lines of business (Property, Casualty, Financial Lines and Motor). You will lead a small team of analysts and work closely with underwriting, actuarial, and senior leadership to drive profitable growth and ensure pricing adequacy and competitiveness.

Pricing Data Science Lead – SME Motor

London/Manchester/Stafford/Birmingham/Hybrid

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a highly analytical and commercially astute Lead Pricing Data Scientist Analyst to join our growing E-trade team. This senior role is pivotal in shaping our pricing strategy and portfolio performance across multiple lines of business including Property, Casualty, Financial Lines and Motor. You will lead a small team of analysts and work closely with underwriting, actuarial, and senior leadership to drive profitable growth and ensure pricing adequacy and competitiveness.

With hybrid office working and excellent benefits including 30 days holiday, you will be working in a supportive and inclusive environment. We’re the down-to-earth, international insurer that is neither too big nor small, so you can make a real impact!

Your Role

• Lead and mentor a team of Pricing and Portfolio Analysts, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.
• Support team growth through coaching, training, and performance reviews.
• Define clear accountabilities and drive a high-performance culture.
• Develop and maintain pricing models across Property, Casualty, Financial Lines, and Motor.
• Lead pricing reviews and recommend rate changes based on performance and market trends.
• Collaborate with Underwriting to align pricing tools with strategy.
• Monitor portfolio performance, identify risks/opportunities, and produce MI reports for stakeholders.
• Recommend actions to optimise profitability and risk selection.
• Champion data science and automation in pricing and portfolio analysis.
• Evaluate and implement new tools, data sources, and methodologies.

About you

• Proven experience in general insurance pricing or portfolio analysis, with strong analytical and strategic capabilities.
• Exposure to multiple lines of business, including Property, Casualty, Financial Lines, and Motor.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver pricing improvements and actionable portfolio insights.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in pricing tools and data platforms (e.g., SQL, Python, Power BI), with commercial awareness.
• Comfortable navigating regulatory frameworks and managing competing priorities under pressure.

Benefits

QBE offers a range of benefits and flexible working options. For UK employees: 30 days holiday per year with option to buy up to 2 additional days; Flexible working; Pension with employer contributions of 10%; Fully comprehensive private medical insurance for you and your family; Family friendly policies including 26 weeks leave at full pay; Short-term remote work abroad up to 20 days per year; Sustainable investing aligned with net-zero goals; Cycle-to-Work scheme up to £5,000.

Awards & Diversity

QBE has received and been shortlisted for multiple industry awards. You can view our awards on our Careers Page. We are committed to inclusion and diversity, partnerships with Stonewall and Working Families, and alignment with the Women in Finance Charter, UN Women’s Empowerment Principles, and Race at Work charter.

Accessibility & ESG

We are promoting an accessible workplace. If you require accommodations during recruitment, contact Talent Acquisition. Our ESG focus centers on a net-zero transition, a sustainable and resilient workforce, and impactful solutions. For details visit our Sustainability page and read our Sustainability Report.

What next?

If you have a passion to contribute to our vision, apply by submitting your CV and relevant documents. A member of our Talent Acquisition team will contact you if you meet the role requirements. We believe this is our moment – what if it was yours too?

APPLY NOW and let’s make it happen!

Skills

Adaptability, Analytical Thinking, Business Intelligence Applications, Coaching for success, Cost Management, Critical Thinking, Influencing, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Navigating ambiguity, Presenting with Impact, Risk Management, Service Improvement, Sound Judgment, Team Management

How to Apply

To submit your application, click Apply and follow the step-by-step process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

QBE is an equal opportunity employer and complies with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.