Banking Analytics & ML/ AI Consultant

Role Title: Banking Analytics & ML/ AI Consultant

Location: London, United Kingdom (Flexible hybrid working)

Employment Type: Permanent

Overview

We are looking for an experienced Banking Analytics & ML/AI Consultant with a strong background in analytics within the Banking and Financial Services industry. The role involves leading analytical initiatives, shaping data‑driven solutions, and supporting business development through analytical insight and solutioning expertise.

Responsibilities

• Leading and supporting analytical projects across retail banking functions.
• Providing strategic insights and solutions across areas such as collections and recoveries analytics, line management, underwriting, marketing campaigns, and risk/regulatory reporting.
• Engaging with stakeholders to understand requirements, develop analytical frameworks, and deliver actionable insights.
• Contributing to business development through proposal creation and client presentations to promote analytical services.
• Collaborating with cross‑functional teams to design and implement effective data and analytics solutions for clients.
• Ensuring deliverables meet high‑quality standards with a strong sense of solution‑ing and problem‑solving.

Qualifications

• 6–10 years of experience in analytics within the Banking and Financial Services industry.
• Proven experience in analytical project delivery, ideally with exposure to consulting or professional services environments.
• Experience working with service providers such as leading consulting firms serving the financial services sector.
• Demonstrated experience in preparing presentations and supporting business development or pre‑sales activities.
• Strong understanding of retail banking analytics areas such as collections and recoveries, marketing campaigns, underwriting, and risk/regulatory reporting.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Skills & Personal Attributes

• Modeling experience.
• Marketing analytics, AI/ML and Alternative data.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders.
• A proactive mindset with a focus on delivering client impact and driving business value.
• High attention to detail and an outcome‑driven approach.

Benefits & Opportunities

• A competitive salary with a generous bonus, private healthcare, critical illness life assurance at 4 × your annual salary, income protection insurance, and a rewarding pension.
• EXL provides everyday financial well‑being solutions, such as cash‑back cards, in which you can earn cashback while enjoying discounts, promotions, and offers from top retailers. We also offer a Cycle Scheme where you can save money on bikes and cycling accessories.
• We are committed to providing our employees with the tools and resources they need to succeed and excel in their careers. We offer a wide range of professional and personal development opportunities, including online courses, seminars, workshops, and other learning initiatives.
• As an Equal Opportunity Employer, EXL is committed to diversity. Our company does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, age, or disability status.
• EXL employees are eligible to purchase stock as part of our Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• At EXL, we offer a flexible hybrid working model that allows employees to live a balanced, healthy lifestyle while strengthening our culture of collaboration.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Through its Equal Opportunity Employer policy, EXL is an employer of choice that embraces inclusion and diversity. EXL’s EEO statement commits to equal opportunity employment and non‑discriminatory hiring practices. Employees are eligible for private healthcare, critical illness life assurance, income protection insurance, ESPP, and a pension.

Eligibility

To be considered for this role, you must already be eligible to work in the United Kingdom.