Lead Data Scientist

Hiscox is seeking a Lead Data Scientist to join their Group Data Science team. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the data science and machine learning team, providing business with data-driven insights, and promoting a data-driven culture. The role involves mentoring junior talent, managing technical projects, and communicating change across the business.

Requirements

• Experience in a range of machine learning techniques and an understanding of when each tool is best used.
• Strong Statistics capability.
• Familiarity with a wide range of generative AI tools and methodologies.
• Strong coding ability in python, with experience in other languages an advantage.
• Enthusiasm for developing and mentoring junior talent.
• Technical project leadership experience with experience of line management an advantage.
• Prototype, fail rapidly and iterate mindset to enable successful delivery.

Benefits

• Bonus
• Contributory pension
• 25 days annual leave plus 2 Hiscox days
• 4 week paid sabbatical with every 5 years’ worth of service
• Private medical for all the family