Senior Director, Data Science & AI Strategy

Maverick Currencies; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent utility company in the UK is seeking a Head of Data Science to lead Data Science teams and drive AI initiatives that deliver business value. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in data science, with strong leadership skills and expertise in utility operations and data analytics. The role involves overseeing AI strategy execution, developing predictive models, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to translate business needs into actionable data insights.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in data science, at least 5 in leadership.
• Strong background in utility space and data-driven technologies.
• Expertise in statistical modeling and business processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead Data Science delivery teams aligning with business objectives.
• Execute AI strategy, ensuring delivery of actionable insights.
• Oversee predictive model creation and data-driven insights.

Skills

Data science leadership

AI techniques

Python programming

SQL proficiency

Data visualization

Stakeholder management

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or Mathematics

Tools

Power BI

Azure

Job description

A prominent utility company in the UK is seeking a Head of Data Science to lead Data Science teams and drive AI initiatives that deliver business value. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in data science, with strong leadership skills and expertise in utility operations and data analytics. The role involves overseeing AI strategy execution, developing predictive models, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to translate business needs into actionable data insights.