Senior Data Scientist

• Use sophisticated statistical and machine learning techniques to identify new trends and relationships in data.
• Create high-quality project plans to help shape the future of the team.
• Harvest, wrangle and prototype new data sources internally and external to NewDay to create new value for NewDay and our customers.
• Provide quality and detailed data science outputs, sharing and following up with as much detail as appropriate or requested by senior managers.
• Develop knowledge of all relevant data resources within NewDay and in the wider Credit Industry.
• Governance: support the models throughout their lifecycle from conception, development, implementation, testing and monitoring, with the required level of documentation to follow internal procedures and standards.

Essential

• University degree in a highly analytical discipline (data science, mathematics, physics, economics, and similar disciplines).
• Demonstrated experience designing, building and assisting in the deployment and monitoring of a diverse range of ML models in real-world business settings.
• Strong proficiency creating models in Python and a solid understanding of SQL for data extraction, transformation and analysis.
• Ability to present sophisticated and detailed findings clearly, adapting the level of detail to the audience, paired with strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Previous experience leading and mentoring others-either formal or informal-showing a willingness to support growth and development.
• Experience in proactively engaging with business stakeholders to scope and define projects.
• Knowledge of version control systems, particularly Git, with experience managing codebases and collaborating in team environments.
• Nice to haves: experience with one or more of credit risk, collections risk, affordability, IFRS9 and customer credit behaviours models.

Desirable

• Be self-motivated and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where priorities evolve.
• Have a strong sense of accountability and ownership, with great organisational, planning and time management skills.
• Have great team spirit, supporting team and colleagues on tasks big and small.
• Enthusiasm for exploring emerging/existing areas of ML, with a drive to bring fresh, innovative ideas and approaches into the business.

• You are a relentlessly positive person; you see opportunities not issues
• Naturally curious
• Self-starter who can resolve ambiguity and plot a path forward
• Self-reflective, with the drive to continuously find opportunities for improvement
• Superb communicator who can flex your style according to the needs of the audience
• Good attention to detail
• Able to empathise with team-members and business partners

Permanent