Data Scientist

Job purpose

The Data Scientist will be responsible for driving innovation in our business and value add proposition to our insurer partners. This will be based on analysing large sets of data to derive actionable insights that will drive business decisions. This role involves working closely with various departments to understand their data needs and provide solutions that enhance data quality and utilisation. 

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and analyse large datasets to identify trends, patterns, and insights. 

• Develop and implement data models and algorithms to solve complex business problems. 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand their data requirements and provide data-driven solutions. 

• Create and maintain dashboards and reports to visualise data insights. 

• Ensure data quality and integrity by implementing best practices in data management. 

• Stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in data science and analytics. 

• Build, validate and monitor predictive models to grow business confidence. 

• Cultivating relationships cross functionally with stakeholders across Carpenters Group and partners 

Experience & Knowedge

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field. 

• Proven experience in data analysis, statistical modelling, and machine learning. 

• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or SQL. 

• Experience with data visualisation tools, Power BI essential 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills. 

• Experience with big data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, or similar. 

• Knowledge of cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. 

• Familiarity with data warehousing and ETL processes. 

• Commercial understanding 

• Legal and/or Insurance industry knowledge desirable 

• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy. 

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

• Strong organisational and time management skills. 

• Proactive and innovative mind-set. 

Here at Carpenters group diversity and inclusion matters, it is integral to our culture and we welcome applications from everyone. We celebrate difference and believe in equal opportunities for all.

About us

Here at Carpenters Group, we’ve been providing legal and insurance services across the UK for over 30 years.   

We’ve grown from a small law firm into a 1500 people strong team made up of insurance professionals, legal experts and best in class corporate services, working across seven office locations.   

We work in partnership with household name insurers to deliver a variety of fully outsourced claim solutions. We also represent individuals who need expert legal support.  

As a great place to work our core values underpin how we behave. Our working environment is positive and informal, and we encourage people to work together to perform at their best.  

We understand that our success as a business depends on the success of our people, which is why we invest in your training, development and social projects, helping everyone to connect and grow.  

No matter what stage of your career, at Carpenters Group there is a place for you to achieve your potential. 

Benefits

• Minimum 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays 

• Hybrid working model 

• Holiday buy and sell  

• 2 x Volunteering days to support charitable initiatives  

• Matched Giving – up to £250 matched for personal charity fundraising for a registered charity  

• Medicash cash plan – claim back dental / physio / optical appointments   

• My Medicash App – including access to rapid digital physiotherapy and skin cancer screening assessments plus fitness videos and wellbeing tools   

• Discounts and cash back on travel and shopping through Medicash extras  

• Life Assurance Scheme (4 x salary)  

• Pension scheme  

• Active network of Wellbeing Champions – providing mental health support  

• Training and development opportunities  

• Funded social events to connect with your colleagues  

• Dress for your day policy