Data Science Lead

Primary DetailsTime Type: Full time

Worker Type: Employee

Data Science Lead

Fixed Term 12 Months

London / Hybrid

At QBE, our purpose is to enable a more resilient future.

We are an international insurer and reinsurer with a local presence in 27 countries.

The opportunity

We’re seeking a data science lead to join our established and growing pricing and analytics team for Automotive Protection’s global business on a fixed-term basis for 12 months. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual looking to start or continue their career within the insurance industry, and who want to join a team of experienced and supportive colleagues. This role will be based in our London office.

Your new role

In this role, you will apply data science and modelling techniques to solve real-world business challenges and support data-driven decision-making. Partnering with the Global Head of Performance and Senior Analyst Manager, you’ll be responsible for transitioning our pricing models to python and developing our machine learning capability.

If you’re passionate about turning data into actionable strategies and thrive in a collaborative, energetic environment, we want you on our team!

Main responsibilities:

• Lead in transitioning our GLM pricing models to Python and developing our machine learning capability
• Help shape and support Automotive Protection’s data science strategy
• Work closely with the Global Head of Performance and Senior Analyst Manager to identify opportunities, plan project delivery and deliver key outcomes that drive decision-making
• Develop and implement analytical models that support pricing, identify fraud, improve retention and renewals, and drive profitable growth
• Collaborate with analyst team to build, monitor, and refresh predictive models as needed
• Design and enhance analytics that drive business insights and decisions
• Ensure models meet regulatory standards and are well documented
• Present findings clearly and confidently to different audiences, making sure insights are well understood and actionable
• Collaborate across functions, including with clients, senior stakeholders, and various business teams

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving real-world problems with data, takes ownership of their work, and is passionate about making analytics part of everyday business decisions.

About You
You’re a hands-on data scientist who enjoys solving real problems with data. You’re confident using Python, comfortable working with large and complex datasets, and able to explain your work clearly to people from all kinds of backgrounds. You work well with others, think creatively, and enjoy helping bring new ideas to life.

Skills you'll need:

• Expert in Python for data analysis, modelling, and building solutions
• Familiarity with working in a Linux environment
• Strong understanding of machine learning and data science
• Good experience in MS SQL Server Management Studio, MS Office, Power BI, and Excel, with the ability to transform data into impactful insights
• A background in data management or analytics within financial services, ideally in general insurance
• A history of developing models that have led to real, lasting business improvements
• Experience working with large datasets, including both structured and unstructured data
• Skilled at defining customer requirements, solving complex problems, and delivering tailored solutions
• The ability to explain technical topics clearly to non-technical colleagues and stakeholders
• A collaborative, open approach to working with others and building relationships
• Experience working in fast-paced environments and managing projects using agile ways of working

Why QBE? At My Best   

 At QBE, we want our people to feel rewarded and inspired to perform at their best, that’s why we have created “At My Best”. It’s our connection, our way of showing we have your back. We understand that one size doesn’t fit all and that priorities can change depending on your life stage. That is why our blend of wellbeing initiatives and benefits offer flexibility to suit what matters most to you. It’s in the culture of our business, our QBE DNA, to support our people. Everything we do is underpinned by our QBE DNA.   

#LI-Hybrid

We’re an international insurer that’s building momentum towards realising our vision of becoming the most consistent and innovative risk partner. We can never really predict what’s around the corner, but at QBE we’re asking the right questions to enable a more resilient future – helping those around us build strength and embrace change to their advantage.   

  

QBE aims to build a workplace that is fair and inclusive because we want to attract and retain the best people to do the job, we have adopted flexible working across the company and welcome this conversation (https://qbeeurope.com/careers/flex-qbe/).  

  

With more than more than 13,000 people working across 27 countries, we’re big enough to make a real impact, but small enough to provide a friendly workplace, where people are down-to-earth, passionate, and kind.   

  

To find out more about why you should work for QBE, visit our careers website.  

  

At My Best - QBE Benefits   

 You are more than your work – and QBE is more than a workplace, which is why we provide you with the benefits, support and flexibility to help you concentrate on living your best life personally and professionally.  As well as the benefits below we also offer an extensive choice of other options to suit you!   

  

30 days holiday a year with the option to buy up to 2 additional days.  

Flexible working - balancing work and life is important so our flexible working opportunities are open to all, this can include part-time, job share and compressed hours.  

Pension – you are automatically enrolled into the QBE pension plan, which entitles you to receive employer contributions of 10% of your basic salary.  

Private medical insurance – we fund fully comprehensive private medical cover for you and all the family.   

Family friendly policies – we offer 26 weeks leave at full pay regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation or how you become a parent.  

Short term remote work abroad - you can request up to 20 days per year to work remotely from certain locations abroad.  

Sustainable investing - we believe sustainable integration is important for long term financial, environmental, and social outcomes. Our pension strategy supports our net-zero goal to achieve year-on-year reductions in carbon footprint, by investing more in green businesses than the broader market, so your savings are looking after the planet's future, as well as your own.  
Cycle-to-Work – benefit from regular exercise whilst making your commute greener and cheaper, select and bike and/or accessories up to the value of £5,000.  

To find out more visit our  Reward Page  

  

QBE Awards   

Some of the award’s QBE are proud to have won, been a finalist for, and shortlisted for include;   

  

AXCO Global Insurance Awards 2024 Winner: Network Management of the Year  

Insurance Business UK 5-Star Cyber Awards 2024: QBE rated as a 5-Star Cyber Insurer  

UK IT Industry Awards 2023 Winner: Green Technology Innovation of the Year  

Working Dads Employer Awards 2023 Winner: Parental Policies Award  

Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2023: QBE rated as a 5-Star Employer

  

You can view all our awards here  

  

Inclusion of Diversity  

We are striving to create a workplace culture where all our people feel included, and we are committed to building a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we operate in.  We are proud to have partnerships with organisations such as Stonewall and Working Families, and our commitment to the Women in Finance Charter, the UN Women’s Empowerment Principles and Race at Work charter helps keep us accountable and transparent. For more information on our strategy targets please take a look at our Careers Page  

  

Accessibility   

Here at QBE, we are promoting an accessible workplace for all, which includes supporting candidates to perform at their best during their recruitment process. If you require any accommodations, please make your Talent Acquisition contact aware.  

  

ESG & Sustainability  

At QBE, we believe that integrating sustainability into our business helps us deliver on our purpose of enabling a more resilient future.  Our three key focus areas include fostering an orderly and inclusive transition to a net-zero economy, enabling a sustainable and resilient workforce, and partnering for growth through innovative, sustainable, and impactful solutions. For further information regarding QBE’s sustainability targets, including our net-zero pledges and inclusion of diversity targets, and our award-winning impact investment initiative ‘Premiums4Good’, please visit our Sustainability homepage and read our latest Sustainability Report   

 

What next? If you have a passion to contribute to QBE’s vision of enabling a more resilient future for our customers and the community, we encourage you to apply! Simply click the “apply” button to submit your CV and other relevant documents, and a member of our friendly Talent Acquisition team will be in contact to discuss your interest further if you meet the requirements of the role.   

 We believe this is our moment – what if it was yours too?    

APPLY NOW and let’s make it happen!

Skills:

Communication, Critical Thinking, Data Science, Data Visualization, Innovation, Intentional collaboration, Machine Learning, Managing performance, Mentorship, Prioritization, Research Analysis, Risk Management, Scrum (Agile), Stakeholder Management, Thought Leadership

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Equal Employment Opportunity:

QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.