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Oliver Bernard
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I'm working with a well-known financial institution to find an exceptional Head of Data Science to lead and scale their data science function. Ideally, you will bring strong experience in fintech or financial services, with a proven ability to build high-performing teams and deliver impactful, data-driven solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
Build, mentor, and lead a high-caliber data science team.
Define and execute the data science roadmap in alignment with business objectives.
Present analysis and insights clearly to senior stakeholders, adapting communication style for both technical and non-technical audiences through written reports and verbal presentations.
Work closely with engineering, product, and executive teams to integrate models into production systems.
Drive innovation in data usage across analytics, predictive modeling, and decision systems.
What We’re Looking For:
8+ years of data science experience, including 2+ years in leadership roles.
Strong background in fintech, banking, lending, or payments preferred.
Expertise in machine learning, statistics, and large-scale data processing.
Hands-on technical ability (Python, SQL, cloud platforms like AWS or GCP).
Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence at C-level.
Experience in a fast-paced, scale-up environment is a plus.
Why Join Us?
Lead a mission-critical function in a rapidly growing company.
Work with a talented, collaborative leadership team.
Flexible hybrid working environment based in London.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Information Technology
Industries Technology, Information and Media, Data Infrastructure and Analytics, and Software Development
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