Lead Data Scientist London

Capital On Tap
London
9 months ago
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This is a Hybrid role, the Data Science team work from our London (Shoreditch) Offices 3 days per week.

What You’ll Be DoingAre you looking to get involved in exciting data science projects and collaborate with colleagues across the business to assist in the management of a £1bn credit portfolio?

  1. Develop predictive models and work on analytical assignments, influencing our strategy across the entire customer lifecycle from marketing through to collections.
  2. Take a direct lead on the analytical projects and guide junior team members.
  3. Collaborate with business stakeholders to ensure models and analytical solutions can be implemented seamlessly without deterioration to customer experience or complex IT builds.
  4. Help coach and develop colleagues in various departments on data science tools and techniques.

We’re Looking ForRequired skills:

  1. 4+ years experience building statistical models in Python and extracting/manipulating data in SQL.
  2. Experience working on analytical projects.
  3. Commercial acumen and a robust understanding of the economics underpinning credit portfolios.
  4. Able to work autonomously and display strong judgement and proactivity.
  5. Credit modelling experience would be beneficial but this is not a requirement.
  6. Experience in consulting, start-ups or other fast-paced environments is beneficial.

Diversity & InclusionWe welcome, consider and encourage applications from anyone who shares our commitment to inclusivity. Join us in creating a space where authenticity thrives, and everyone can do their best work.

Great Work Deserves Great PerksWe try not to take ourselves too seriously (all the time) so we make sure our office is decked out with a pool table, arcade machine, beer tap, and a couple of office dogs thrown in for good measure. Check out our benefits:

  1. Private Healthcare including dental and opticians services through Vitality.
  2. Worldwide travel insurance through Vitality.
  3. Anniversary Rewards (£250, £500, £750, 4-week fully paid sabbatical).
  4. Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme up to 7% match.
  5. 28 days holiday (plus bank holidays).
  6. Annual Learning and Wellbeing Budget.
  7. Enhanced Parental Leave.
  8. Cycle to Work Scheme.
  9. Season Ticket Loan.
  10. 6 free therapy sessions per year.
  11. Dog Friendly Offices.
  12. Free drinks and snacks in our offices.

Check out more of our benefits, values and missionhere.

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