Senior Data Scientist

Harnham; Manchester, Haywards Heath; Hybrid; GBP 31,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Harnham in the United Kingdom seeks a Senior Data Scientist for pricing. The role is based in Manchester or Haywards Heath, with attendance once per month, and offers a strong pathway for progression within a data-driven environment.

You will lead pricing-focused DS projects, build advanced models, and own delivery from concept to deployment while collaborating with stakeholders and mentoring junior team members.

Qualifications

• Strong commercial data science experience in regulated environments.
• Advanced Python for modelling and analytics development.
• Hands-on ML techniques including XGBoost and statistical modelling.
• Ability to deliver DS projects from problem definition to implementation.
• Proven stakeholder management and mentoring experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead DS projects that support pricing strategy and commercial decision-making.
• Build and enhance ML/statistical models using complex datasets.
• Tackle strategic and ad hoc analytical challenges.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into analyses.
• Mentor junior Data Scientists and work with MLOps for productionisation.
• Contribute to research and experimentation in pricing analytics.

Skills

Advanced Python

XGBoost

Statistical modelling

Commercial DS experience

Independent project delivery

Stakeholder engagement

Mentoring

Databricks

PySpark

Tools

Databricks

PySpark

Job description

Manchester or Haywards Heath (1 day per month) | Up to £52,000 + Bonus

Are you a commercially minded Data Scientist who enjoys solving complex business problems and taking ownership of projects from concept to delivery? This Senior Data Scientist opportunity offers the chance to work on high-impact pricing initiatives, develop advanced modelling solutions, and mentor junior team members, all within a business that actively invests in learning, development, and career progression.

The Company

They are a well-established organisation with a strong data-driven culture and a growing Data Science function. The team supports critical business areas through advanced analytics, machine learning, and statistical modelling. With a collaborative approach and clear progression opportunities, they offer an environment where Data Scientists can develop both their technical and leadership capabilities.

The Role

As a Senior Data Scientist in the Pricing team, you will:

• Lead Data Science projects that support pricing strategy and commercial decision-making.
• Build and enhance machine learning and statistical models using complex datasets.
• Work on a mix of strategic initiatives and ad hoc analytical challenges.
• Tackle ambiguous data problems and identify practical, evidence-based solutions.
• Partner with stakeholders across the business to understand requirements and communicate insights.
• Mentor and support junior Data Scientists within the team.
• Collaborate with MLOps teams to ensure solutions are successfully productionised.
• Contribute to research and experimentation that drives innovation within the pricing function.

Your Skills & Experience

• Strong commercial Data Science experience within insurance, financial services, or another highly regulated environment.
• Advanced Python skills for modelling and analytical development.
• Hands-on experience with machine learning techniques, including XGBoost and statistical modelling.
• A track record of independently delivering Data Science projects from problem definition through to implementation.
• Strong logical reasoning and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with stakeholders and translating business challenges into analytical solutions.
• Previous experience mentoring or supporting less experienced team members.
• Exposure to Databricks and PySpark would be beneficial.

What They Offer

• Salary up to £52,000.
• Dedicated learning and development time each week.
• Training budget to support continuous growth.
• Clear career progression opportunities within the Data Science function.
• Collaborative team culture with regular team events and networking opportunities.
• Hybrid working with attendance in Manchester or Haywards Heath once per month.