Senior Data Scientist — Build Data Platform & Insights

Skipton Building Society; Skipton; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

25 days standard annual leave + bank &

Pension contribution

Private medical insurance

Wellbeing app

Cycle-to-work

Discounts on products

Job summary

Skipton Building Society is recruiting a Senior Data Scientist to develop, maintain and monitor Data Science models and analytical products that support the Group Corporate Plan. The role sits within our Data Capability function, aimed at creating a unified Data and Intelligence platform for clear ownership and end-to-end data lifecycle control.

You’ll join a team focused on delivering innovative tools for members, while working in a hybrid setup with three days at Skipton and two days remote.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Highly numerate and capable of manipulating complex datasets using code.
• Proven ability to translate business requirements into practical Data Science solutions.
• Excellent communication to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Self-motivated with ability to manage priorities and develop technical expertise.
• Knowledge of analytical tools, methodologies and best practices, plus project/change delivery experience.
• Experience in an analytical role with a numerate degree or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test and document Data Science models and analytical products, including model monitoring.
• Create analytical processes to produce required outcomes.
• Develop and maintain understanding of modelling techniques and best practices.
• Communicate outputs from models to ensure proper use by stakeholders.
• Perform ad-hoc analyses to support decision-making with key stakeholders.
• Prepare key reports and present insights to colleagues and senior leaders.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Numerical prowess

Code-based data manipulation

Translate requirements into DS

Excellent communication

Self-motivated

Analytics tools knowledge

Education

Numerate degree or equivalent

Job description

Skipton Building Society is recruiting a Senior Data Scientist to develop, maintain and monitor Data Science models and analytical products that support the Group Corporate Plan. The role sits within our Data Capability function, aimed at creating a unified Data and Intelligence platform for clear ownership and end-to-end data lifecycle control.

You’ll join a team focused on delivering innovative tools for members, while working in a hybrid setup with three days at Skipton and two days remote.