Data Scientist at Prima

Prima; Lombardia; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work: home/office/mix

Private healthcare

Gym discounts

Mental health support

Learning resources & mentorship

Job summary

Prima is seeking a Data Scientist to join the Pricing & Underwriting Department in Milano to shape pricing strategy using data, analytics and machine learning. You will turn insights into action across cross-functional teams in a fast-growing global firm.

The role emphasizes predictive modelling, experimentation and real-world impact, with opportunities to influence pricing while working in a collaborative environment. Competitive pay and flexible work options are offered.

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in maths, physics, engineering, data science or statistics.
• Strong quantitative, logical and analytical abilities; solid foundation in statistics, probability and analytics.
• Fluency in English, both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Leverage data to identify risks, opportunities and pricing drivers to inform strategic decisions.
• Develop risk and pricing models with machine learning for real-time pricing.
• Contribute to growth through modelling, experimentation and data-driven insights.

Skills

Fluent English

Python

Data science

Statistics

Education

Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field

Job description

Apply for Data Scientist at Prima in Milano, LOM, IT. This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth. Are you looking for a new challenge? Fancy helping us shape the future of motor insurance? Prima could be the place for you. Since 2015, we’ve been using our love of data and tech to rethink motor insurance and bring drivers a great experience at a great price. Our story began in Italy, where we’ve quickly become the number one online motor insurance provider. In fact, we’re trusted by over 5 million drivers. And now we’re expanding to help millions more drivers in the UK and Spain. To help fuel that growth, we’re looking for Data Scientists to join our Pricing & Underwriting Department, the strategic engine behind Prima's growth. As part of this global team, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping our strategy and strengthening our competitive edge. Using data, analytical thinking, machine learning and business acumen, you’ll help predict the future and set the right prices, keeping our offering both attractive and sustainable. You’ll work with your data science tools and skills to bring real-world impact, collaborating with cross-functional teams to turn insights into action and fuel innovation across the company and its different branches.

What you’ll do

• Leverage data to identify risks, opportunities and key pricing drivers, turning complex information into actionable insights that influence strategic decision making
• Leverage Machine Learning and advanced analytics to develop risk and pricing models that power real-time insurance pricing for millions of customers
• Contribute directly to the company’s growth and long-term success through innovative modelling, experimentation and commercially impactful insights

What we’re looking for

• Strong academic background in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering (Maths, Physics and Computer Science specialisations), Data Science, Computer Science or Statistics
• Strong quantitative, logical and analytical abilities, a solid foundation in statistics, probability and advanced analytics, and a curious, proactive and innovative mindset focused on solving complex problems
• Fluency in English, both spoken and written

Nice-to-Have

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to challenge assumptions, and drive new ideas
• Possess a solid foundation in code development and machine learning, ideally in Python
• Know how to create, manipulate and analyse large datasets

Why you’ll love it here

We want to make Prima a happy and empowering place to work. So if you decide to join us, you can expect plenty of perks.

• Competitive compensation: Benefit from competitive salaries, starting from €45k up to €75k, with clear opportunities to grow as you do
• Work Your Way: Enjoy full flexibility – work from home, the office or a mix of both. Plus, work from anywhere for up to 30 days a year
• Grow with us: We may move fast at Prima, but we move together. Get access to learning resources, mentorship and a growth plan tailored to you
• Thrive and perform: Your best work begins when you feel your best. Enjoy private healthcare, gym discounts, wellbeing programs and mental health support

Think you’re a match?

At Prima, we celebrate uniqueness. If you don’t meet every requirement but are passionate about this role, we still want to hear from you. Innovation thrives on diverse perspectives. Prima is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Need accommodations during the process? Email us at [e-mail]. Let’s build the future of insurance, together.