Head of Data Science

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Head of Data Science
London – Hybrid
Up to £115,000 + Benefits

The Opportunity
A leading organisation within the Insurance space is seeking a

Head of Data Science

to lead a team of data scientists and drive high-impact machine learning initiatives. This is a unique opportunity to shape the data science strategy, work closely with senior stakeholders, and lead the adoption AI.

Key Responsibilities
Lead and mentor a team of data scientists, from mid-level to lead.
Identify, prioritise, and deliver high-value ML projects aligned with business goals.
Work closely with senior stakeholders to gain buy-in for data-driven strategies.
Oversee model deployment, monitoring, and recalibration to maximise impact.
Ensure full adoption of a Google Cloud-based ML Ops platform.
Drive education and advocacy for data science across the business.

What We’re Looking For
Strong experience leading a high-performing data science team.
6+ Years experience
A track record of developing and deploying commercially impactful ML solutions.
Proficiency in Python, SQL, and cloud-based ML environments (GCP preferred).
Excellent stakeholder management skills—able to bridge technical and business teams.
A proactive problem-solver with a passion for AI and innovation.
Experience deploying large language models in a business setting.
Background in personal lines insurance (health or life).
Experience with Google Cloud ML Ops tooling.

If this looks of interest, please reach out to Joseph Gregory

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