Senior Data Scientist

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About The RoleDrive Pricing Excellence in a Fast-Moving MarketRAC is on a bold journey of data transformation, and we're looking for a commercially minded Senior Data Scientist to help lead the way. Sitting within our Technical Pricing Team in the insurance division, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping pricing strategy, unlocking performance through data, and driving innovation across our insurance business.This is a high-impact role offering visibility across RAC insurance's pricing, commercial, and product functions. You'll be at the heart of our pricing evolution, helping us deliver best-in-class practices and exceed performance targets. Reporting into the Head of Technical Pricing, you'll also mentor junior analysts and collaborate with external insurer partners.As Senior Data Scientist at RAC, you'll get benefits that go the extra mileEarnings That Motivate - enjoy a competitive salary plus automatic enrolment in our 'Owning It Together' Colleague Share Scheme - a unique opportunity to share in RAC's future success and be rewarded for the exceptional work you deliver.Tools to Drive Your Future - get started with a free RAC Ultimate Complete Breakdown Service from day one, plus access to a car salary sacrifice scheme (including electric vehicle options) after 12 months, delivering serious tax savings.Time Off That Matters - enjoy 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays. We also support work-life balance with paid family leave, flexible schedules, and practical resources to help navigate personal commitments.Financial Security & Perks - pension scheme with up to 6.5% matched contributions alongside life assurance cover up to 4x salary (10x optional with flex benefits), designed to support you long-term.Wellbeing That Works for You - our 24/7 confidential support service is available to you and household members aged 16+, offering reassurance whenever you need it.Extras That Make a Difference - access Orange Savings, our exclusive discount portal with deals across top retailers, holidays, tools, tech and more. After passing probation, you'll automatically join our Colleague Share Scheme, giving you a stake in our collective success.Why Join Us?Lead technical pricing development using RAC's unique data assetsDrive innovation in a fast-paced, competitive insurance marketPartner across Pricing, Commercial, Product & Finance teamsInfluence strategy and performance across RAC's insurance portfolioUse advanced tools like SQL, Python, Radar/Emblem, and DatabricksHybrid working - Bristol office twice a weekWhat You'll Be DoingIdentify and evaluate new data sources and build deployable insights to improve internal models and share with insurer partnersDevelop and deploy machine learning algorithms to solve business problemsCollaborate with data management teams to improve data systems and reliabilityDeliver ad hoc analysis and insight to support the wider Pricing teamTake ownership of key initiatives and support delivery of the RAC budgetEnsure compliance with GDPR and internal governanceWhat You'll BringStrong technical data science and analytical expertise, ideally within insuranceProficiency in SQL, Python, and predictive modelling techniques (GLM, GAM, GBM etc.)Understanding of machine learning and its commercial applicationExcellent stakeholder management and communication skillsA numerical degree (2:1 or above) and A-level Maths (Grade A or above)A proactive mindset with a passion for raising the barWe're Orange HeroesAt the RAC, we never stand still. With a legacy of over 125 years, it's this restless drive for better that's earned the trust of over 12.5 million members and it's why we're on a mission to be the UK's number one motoring services provider.That commitment to excellence isn't just felt by our members, it's echoed by our people too. With a 4.5-star rating on Glassdoor, our colleagues recognise the RAC as a place where ambition, support and authenticity come together.We're all about progress powered by people. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome every background, champion every voice and back your growth every step of the way. At the RAC, individuality fuels innovation and you're invited to bring your full self to it. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Location:
Walsall, England, United Kingdom
Job Type:
FullTime

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