At Hastings Direct, storing your data securely is veryimportant to us. Please see our Data Protection Statement and JobApplication Terms & Conditions here for details on how yourinformation will be stored. We’re a digital insurance provider witha clear strategy to become the best and biggest player in the UKmarket. As a company, we’ve made huge investments in ourtechnology, pricing, data and analytics capabilities over the pastfew years, along with nurturing our 4Cs culture and substantialinvestment in our people. And as a Finance team, we're doingexactly the same – building a market leading finance technologyplatform, investing in our team and our approach to leadershipdevelopment, with a real focus on commercially adding value to thebusiness. The fact you’re now reading this job advert means we’vetempted you to find out more about #lifeatHD. If you like what yousee, we hope you'll consider joining our team. We have highstandards and understand some people may not apply for jobs unlessthey feel they tick every box. If you’re excited about joining usand think you have some of what we are looking for, even if you’renot 100% sure, we would love to hear from you. Role overview TheSenior Data Scientist will lead in the identification and creationof cutting-edge data assets and predictive models that feed intoHastings’ market-leading pricing activities. This role is withinthe Claims and Fraud Data Science Team championing the adoption ofthe latest machine learning (ML) techniques to leverage powerfulinsights from vast amounts of customer information. Job details 1.Develop best in-class models to predict claims outcomes, fraud andother risk KPIs 2. Engineer powerful new rating factors to bedeployed into our rating algorithms 3. Identify, analyse andmonetise new data sources Essential skills/experience: 1. Strongtechnical modelling skills 2. Proven track record of deliveringcommercial value 3. Keen interest in emerging ML techniques and howthese can be used within Underwriting & Pricing 4. Proficiencyin R and/or Python 5. Strong senior stakeholder management andcommunication skills 6. Experience with using GitHub as a codecollaboration tool 7. Ability to work with different teams PersonalAttributes 1. Natural problem solver who loves building qualitysolutions to complex real-world challenges 2. Focuses on the biggerpicture but not afraid to get into the detail when necessary 3.Dynamic, flexible and delivery-focused work ethic required to adaptto a fast-paced environment 4. Takes ownership and accountabilityfor key projects and workstreams The interview process: 1.Recruiter screening call 2. 1st stage interview – Initial Introwith hiring leader 3. 2nd interview (Technical) will include panel4. 3rd Interview Short call with Hiring Leader As a DisabilityConfident employer, we’re committed to ensuring our recruitmentprocesses are fully inclusive – what this means to you is if you’reapplying for a job with us, you’ll have fair access to support andadjustments throughout your recruitment journey. We also welcomeapplications through the Disability Confident Scheme (DCS). Formore information on the DCS, please visit our inclusive businesspage on our careers website. Benefits: in addition to a competitivesalary and £5k car allowance you will also receive… 1. Flexibleworking – we champion a flexible hybrid working approach – pleasespeak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail 2. Competitivebonus scheme - all colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Csperformance bonus 3. Physical wellbeing – as a Band 4 colleague,Hastings pay for you to receive private medical Insurance (alsoknown as PMI). This gives you flexibility and convenience to see aspecialist or consultant and allows you to decide when and whereyou will be seen 4. Financial wellbeing – as well as providing youwith 4x your salary with our life assurance cover, incomeprotection at no extra cost, and matched pension contributions upto 10%, we are proud to provide you with an award winning packagewhich includes – discounts, cashback, free independent mortgageadvice and free access to financial wellbeing support 5. Mentalwellbeing programme – we have the thrive mental health app, ourcolleague assistance programme available 24/7, our own in-housemental health first aiders, support groups and a dedicated team tomake sure we are covering your needs 6. There's more! – 27 daysannual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell one ofyour weeks, access to our health care cash back plans, dentalplans, discounted health assessments, Cycle to work and techschemes, discounted and free onsite facilities, social eventsthroughout the year and much more …. Join us and you’ll find adifferent way of doing things. We call it the 4Cs. We focus ongetting it right for our colleagues, customers, company andcommunity. As one of our colleagues, you’ll be helping to drive ourgrowth, so in return, we’ll give you all the support, training anddevelopment you need. Our 4Cs principles are simple: we believe bycreating the right culture for our colleagues and giving them theright tools to do their job, we’ll deliver good outcomes for everycustomer, helping us to grow the company profitably and sustainablyand allowing us to invest in the communities we serve. At HastingsDirect, we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment whereeveryone has the opportunity to succeed. If you require anyreasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourageyou to be open with us. Our recruitment team is here to provide thesupport you need to ensure a fair and accessible experience forall. Job posting end date: About Us Hastings Direct is a fastgrowing, agile, digitally focused general insurance provider ofproducts and services to over 2.8 million customers in the UK,employing over 3,400 colleagues. Our vision – to be the best andbiggest digital insurance provider in the market. It's our attitudeand the way we run our business that makes us different. We focuson getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company andcommunity. It's a dynamic, flexible, fun and constantly changingenvironment. You'll enjoy the scope to make a real difference forour customers, influence our company, benefit the communities wework in and have fun along the way. Learn more about #LifeatHD Ifyou enjoyed the video and would like to learn more about #LifeatHD,check out our colleague stories. #J-18808-Ljbffr
