Data Scientist Specialist (Part-Time, Job-Share, Full-Time)

Location: Swindon or Fareham – Hybrid working

The opportunity: 

This role is all about helping others get value from data, and championing the great use of data to push the Art of the Possible. You’d be part of a small focussed team who are setting new standards globally in how Internal Audit can create the Auditors of the Future.

Many of our employees work flexibly in a variety of different ways, including part-time, flexible hours, job share, an element of working from home or compressed hours. This is because we want the best people for our roles, and we recognise that sometimes those people aren’t available full-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you may need.

What will you be doing? 

• We’re obsessed with helping our auditors learning how to get value from data in their audits – you will be key in helping design and deliver training solutions that help non-technical data people become confident and able to apply many data techniques / tools to create value from data
• You also need to be confident talking to leaders about how they can get value from data and help guide them in learning the Art of the Possible
• We also build our own data analytics, so you need to comfortable with the “hands on” aspects – we cover data engineering, visualisation, process mining, text analytics and AI/GenAI
• You will be a key player in a small but global team – helping Group Audit keep Zurich safe 

What are we looking for?

• You love to spend time understanding how data can add value, and then happy to help others learn how they can do it
• You will be part teacher, part consultant, as well as getting actively involved in solving data problems
• You will be keen on working with other like minded people and demonstrate a strong growth mindset taking ownership on your personal development and love sharing what you learn wider
• Some ingredients we are looking for;
  • Experience in training others in data essential – you will be asked about how you did this, and how you like to do it in the future with us – innovation in making learning more accessible, relevant and successful is highly appreciated!
  • Commercial experience of applying data analytics to business problems and innovating, building solutions to solve them – essential too and you will be be asked to demonstrate some of your innovations and solutions
  • Excel, Power Query and Power BI guru!
  • Dataiku experience great
  • Experience of Line 2 or 3 would be useful, but not essential

What happens next?

As an inclusive employer we want to ensure that all candidates feel comfortable and are able to perform at their best during the interview. You’ll have the opportunity to let us know of any reasonable adjustment or practical support needed when you apply.

Who we are:

At Zurich we aspire to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world and the best global insurer. Together we’re creating a brighter future for our customers, our people and our planet.

With over 55,000 employees in more than 170 countries, you’ll feel the support of being part of a strong and stable company who are a long-standing player in the insurance industry.

We’ve made a promise to each other and every employee; to focus on sustainable impact, to care about each other’s wellbeing, to use our diverse expertise to be curious and optimistic and to develop the skills needed for our future.

If you're interested in working in a dynamic and challenging environment for a company that recognises and rewards your creativity, initiatives and contributions - then Zurich could be just the place for you. Be part of something great.

Our Culture: 

At Zurich, our sense of community is strong and we’re particularly passionate about diversity and inclusion, which we’ve won numerous awards for. We want our people to bring the whole of themselves to work and ensure everybody is made to feel welcome, regardless of their background, beliefs or culture. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our customers, and so are committed to treating all of our applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability or any other protected characteristic.

We’ve an environment that places a real importance on our people’s wellbeing from a physical, mental, social and financial perspective. We work with our wellbeing partners and industry experts to provide the best advice and access to a wealth of lifestyle support. We’re also committed to continuous improvement and we offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities.

We’re passionate about supporting employees to help others by getting involved in volunteering, charitable and community activity. Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, is one of the longest-established corporate trusts in the UK. In that time, we’ve awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million. #li_hybrid

So make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported, Love what you do. Work for us.