Data Scientist

Working hours: This role is available on a part-time, job-share or full-time basis.

Location: Hybrid (Fareham office & remote working)

Closing date for applications: 5th February 2026

This opportunity is for a Data Scientist to join the Pricing Analytics team within Commercial Pricing. You will strengthen the data foundations that underpin pricing decisions by designing and maintaining data pipelines, developing advanced enrichment features, and translating complex data into actionable insight. This is a hands-on role combining data engineering, applied analytics, and close stakeholder collaboration across Pricing, Underwriting, and Data teams to improve data quality, model performance, and commercial outcomes. You will also help operationalise analytics through dashboards and governance and contribute to shaping how data science is embedded into pricing as we migrate to modern cloud-based tooling.

Many employees work flexibly in various ways, including part-time, flexible hours, job share, work-from-home, or compressed hours. Please discuss the flexibility you may need at interview.

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• Design, develop, and maintain data pipelines using Python and SQL, supporting pricing analytics, data migration, and wider Commercial Pricing initiatives.
  
• Develop, test and operationalise advanced enrichment features, including those derived from machine learning and AI techniques.
  
• Build and maintain a comprehensive data enrichment catalogue and integrate enrichment data into pricing and analytics tooling.
  
• Create real-time Power BI dashboards to monitor data enrichment performance, translating results into actionable feedback for pricing stakeholders.
  
• Apply AI and advanced analytics techniques to uncover patterns, assess risk drivers, and improve predictive accuracy within pricing models.
  
• Support pricing model improvement initiatives, working with Pricing to assess data gaps, challenge assumptions, and improve commercial outcomes.
  
• Perform exploratory data analysis and targeted investigations, translating complex data into clear insights.
  
• Coordinate the use and governance of analytics and pricing software.
  
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders across Pricing, Underwriting, and Data teams to ensure analytical outputs are well understood, well governed, and directly usable in decision making.
  
• Help shape the future of data science in Commercial Pricing as AI and advanced analytics become embedded in pricing processes.
  

Ideally, you will have:

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• Strong analytical skills with around 2-3 years’ experience as a Data Scientist, Pricing Analyst, or Advanced Analytics professional, ideally within insurance.
  
• Proficiency in Python/R and SQL, with experience building robust, scalable data pipelines.
  
• Experience with cloud data platforms (e.g. Snowflake or similar) and integrating multiple internal and external data sources.
  
• Good understanding of statistical analysis, feature engineering, and applied analytics within predictive models.
  
• Experience using or supporting analytics and visualization tools such as Power BI.
  
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex data concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
  
• A proactive mindset and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
  

As an inclusive employer, we want to ensure that all candidates feel comfortable and are able to perform at their best during the interview. You’ll have the opportunity to let us know of any reasonable adjustments or practical support needed when you apply.

We offer a wide range of employee benefits so our people can choose what fits them and their life. Our benefits provide real flexibility so our people can tailor their benefits throughout the year. Our benefits include a 12% defined non-contributory pension scheme, annual company bonus, private medical insurance, and the option to buy up to an additional 20 days or sell some of your holiday.

Follow the link for more information about our benefits – Employee benefits | Working at Zurich Insurance UK

At Zurich we aspire to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world and the best global insurer. Together we’re creating a brighter future for our customers, our people and our planet. With over 55,000 employees in more than 170 countries, you’ll feel the support of being part of a strong and stable company that is a long-standing player in the insurance industry. We’ve made a promise to focus on sustainable impact, care for wellbeing, and develop the skills needed for our future. If you’re interested in a dynamic and challenging environment for a company that recognises creativity and initiative, Zurich could be the place for you.

We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to treating all applicants fairly. We provide an environment that supports wellbeing across physical, mental, social and financial aspects, with access to training and development opportunities. We also encourage involvement in volunteering and community activity through our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust.

So make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported. Love what you do. Work for us.