Transformation Principal Pricing Analyst

Markerstudy Ltd; United States; Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Hybrid working

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Markerstudy Ltd seeks a Transformation Principal Pricing Analyst to lead pricing analytics and advanced modelling. You will drive GLM and ML-based pricing, guide data-driven decisioning, and coach a team to embed cutting-edge methods across the department.

Responsibilities include leading on WTW Radar/Emblem, data engineering on Azure Databricks, and communicating insights to stakeholders while collaborating with modelling, optimisation, and street pricing teams.

Qualifications

• Strong background in pricing analytics and modelling.
• Experience with GLMs and ML methods in pricing context.
• Ability to lead technical initiatives and coach team.
• Proficiency in Python, R, SQL, and Spark-based tools.
• Knowledge of Azure Databricks and modern data stack.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of predictive models (GLMs, ML) and price optimization.
• Provide technical leadership on WTW Radar and Emblem.
• Upskill team through coaching and code reviews.
• Query and engineer large datasets on Azure Databricks.
• Communicate pricing proposals to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Modelling, Optimisation, and Street Pricing teams.
• Mentor team members; foster innovation.

Skills

Predictive modeling

GLMs

Machine learning

Price optimization

Python

R

SQL

PySpark

Azure Databricks

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Mathematics

Statistics

Engineering

Physics

Computer Science

Actuarial Science

Tools

WTW Radar

Emblem

SAS

Job description

As Transformation Principal Pricing Analyst, you'll combine advanced technical skills with thought leadership to deliver innovative pricing solutions that maximise value for both customers and the business. You'll provide technical leadership on modelling and optimisation, champion best practices, and coach team members to embed cutting-edge methodologies across the department. Ultimately, you'll play a pivotal role in driving the evolution of our pricing capability and ensuring we stay ahead in a fast moving market. What you'll do:

• Lead the development and maintenance of predictive models (GLMs) and price optimisation techniques, including machine learning algorithms (GBM), Lifetime Value models (LTV), and fair pricing principles.
• Provide technical leadership on WTW Radar and Emblem, driving effective and efficient solutions.
• Research, develop, and champion best practice methods; upskill the team through coaching and code reviews.
• Query and engineer large datasets (e.g., Python/R/SQL/PySpark) on modern platforms (e.g., Azure Databricks).
• Communicate pricing proposals and insights clearly and persuasively to stakeholders at all levels.
• Collaborate with Modelling, Optimisation, and Street Pricing teams to ensure solutions meet business objectives and are production ready.
• Coach and mentor team members, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. Previous experience in general insurance pricing.
• Strong technical expertise in predictive modelling techniques (e.g. GLMs and machine learning models).
• Proficiency in programming languages such as R, Python, PySpark, SAS, or SQL.
• Good knowledge of Azure Databricks and modern data technologies.
• Experience with WTW Radar software and optimisation tools.
• A quantitative degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or Actuarial Science.
• Excellent communication skills to convey complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
• A passion for innovation, continuous improvement and challenging the norm. Are you ready to use your technical expertise to help transform pricing capabilities? At Markerstudy, we're on a mission to redefine how we deliver value to our customers and the business. This is your opportunity to join our Pricing Transformation team and play a key role in shaping the future of pricing across one of the UK's leading insurance providers., Markerstudy Group is one of the UK's leading insurance providers, known for its innovative approach and rapid growth. With over 6,000 colleagues and 8 million customers, we deliver a wide range of motor, home, pet, and specialist insurance products through well-known brands like Swinton, Carole Nash, and Marmalade.

We're passionate about using data, technology, and creativity to make insurance smarter and more accessible. Joining our Pricing team means you'll work across multiple areas of the business, gaining exposure to a wide variety of challenges and opportunities. You'll be central to shaping customer pricing strategies, driving value, and influencing decisions at the heart of a dynamic, forward-thinking organisation. As a business committed to sustainability and investing in its people, we're proud to hold Investors in People Gold accreditation. We offer clear opportunities for career progression, professional development, and the chance to make a real impact in a growing organisation where your work truly matters. Ready to make your mark?

• 25 days annual leave increasing with length of service, plus bank holidays (with options to buy more).
• Modern, vibrant offices and flexible hybrid working.
• Clear opportunities for career progression and professional development.