Technical Pricing Manager / Senior Data Scientist - Home Insurance

Hastings Direct; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A digital insurance provider in the UK seeks a Technical Pricing Manager / Senior Data Scientist to drive the development of statistical and machine learning models to enhance pricing strategies. The role offers advanced Python usage, collaboration with analytical teams, and a competitive salary with benefits including flexible hybrid working, bonuses, and wellbeing programs.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car allowance

Flexible hybrid working

Annual 4Cs performance bonus

Private medical insurance

Life assurance cover

Income protection

Matched pension contributions

Mental wellbeing program

27 days annual leave plus holidays

Qualifications

• Proven track record of delivering commercial value using supervised machine learning techniques.
• Advanced Python programming and expertise with libraries such as NumPy, Pandas and scikit-learn.
• Deep knowledge of data science technologies, tooling and platforms.

Responsibilities

• Develop, analyse and oversee implementation of statistical and machine learning models.
• Build tools and solutions for risk portfolio management.
• Collaborate to shape the Home data landscape.

Skills

Supervised machine learning techniques

Python programming

NumPy, Pandas, scikit-learn

Data science technologies

SQL

Git

Project management

Emerging ML techniques

Tools

Azure

AWS

GCP

Job description

Job Title

Technical Pricing Manager / Senior Data Scientist

Location

Bexhill/Leicester/London - with a willingness to travel to Bexhill and Leicester on occasion

Welcome to Hastings Direct

We’re a digital insurance provider with a clear strategy to become the best and biggest player in the UK market. We have invested heavily in technology, pricing, data and analytics, and nurture a 4Cs culture that supports growth and innovation.

Role Overview

As part of the Home Underwriting team, you will report to the Home AnDS lead and work closely with Data, Analytical and ML Engineering teams to develop and deploy machine learning models that drive our technical pricing and maintain our competitive edge.

Accountabilities

• Develop, analyse and oversee the implementation of advanced statistical and machine learning models into live pricing.
• Build tools and solutions to support management of our risk portfolio.
• Extend the team’s capabilities in AI, ML and cloud technologies.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with the wider Underwriting team to shape the Home data landscape.
• Engineer powerful new features for deployment into our pricing algorithms.
• Advocate for data science and software development best practices.
• Engage commercial stakeholders to gather detailed business requirements and coordinate project activities.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven track record of delivering commercial value using supervised machine learning techniques.
• Advanced Python programming and expertise with libraries such as NumPy, Pandas and scikit‑learn.
• Deep knowledge of data science technologies, tooling and platforms.
• Proficient in SQL and Git.
• Ability to drive projects from initiation to completion.
• Keen interest in emerging machine learning techniques.
• Desirable: Experience with cloud deployments (Azure, AWS or GCP).

Interview Process

• Recruiter screening call
• 1st round – Intro call with Hiring Manager
• 2nd round – Case study followed by call with Hiring Leader

Benefits

• Competitive salary and £5,000 car allowance.
• Flexible hybrid working – discuss options with recruiter.
• Competitive bonus scheme – all colleagues eligible for the annual 4Cs performance bonus.
• Physical wellbeing – Band 4 colleagues receive private medical insurance (PMI).
• Financial wellbeing – life assurance cover equal to 4x salary, income protection at no extra cost, matched pension contributions up to 10%, and a range of financial support services.
• Mental wellbeing programme – Thriv mental health app, 24/7 counselling, in‑house first aider support and dedicated mental health team.
• Annual leave – 27 days plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell a week.
• Health, dental and cashback plans, cycle‑to‑work and technology schemes, discount programmes and onsite facilities.
• Social events throughout the year and community outreach.

Inclusivity Statement

Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion, sexual orientation or marital/family status. We are a Disability Confident employer and provide full support and adjustments throughout the recruitment journey.

Legal

We carry out thorough referencing, including credit and criminal record checks. Reasonable adjustments are available upon request during the recruitment process.