About the role

Data Science Manager leading Telematics algorithm development for insurance provider. Utilizing raw data to improve pricing strategies and managing a team of analysts.

Responsibilities

Leading on our Telematics algorithm, enchaining its value for our customers (and in turn our business) by using the raw data to influence our pricing
Hands on development supported by a small team that is only limited by the imagination of the individual in this role
You’ll be using the Telematics data set to manage our spread of risk and help to reduce prices for our customers based on their driving data as a opposed to traditional datasets
Work with internal and external stakeholder to get the data you need and influence how that data might be presented to our customers
Grounding all data and pricing decisions / practices in clear documented principles, as well as managing and developing processes that reduce the likelihood of errors occurring always with the customer in mind
Ensure the customer is always delivered with a price that is fair, justifiable and in-line with our governance and processes
Desire to continue learning new modelling techniques / finding new data sources to ensure we stay ahead of our competitors
Managing and motivating a team of analysts to achieve the above outcomes

Strong Analysis and coding experience. Python preferred, but if experience is with other
Comfortable working with and analysing numerical/statistical data
Thirst for making change / Inquisitive, curious nature
Collaborates well with colleagues from own team and other teams
General insurance background/knowledge preferable
Good communication skills, written and verbal.

Flexible working – we champion a flexible hybrid working approach – please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail
Competitive bonus scheme - all colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus
Physical wellbeing – as a Band 4 colleague, Hastings pay for you to receive private medical Insurance (also known as PMI). This gives you flexibility and convenience to see a specialist or consultant and allows you to decide when and where you will be seen
Financial wellbeing – as well as providing you with 4x your salary with our life assurance cover, income protection at no extra cost, and matched pension contributions up to 10%, we are proud to provide you with an award winning package which includes – discounts, cashback, free independent mortgage advice and free access to financial wellbeing support
Mental wellbeing programme – we have the thrive mental health app, our colleague assistance programme available 24/7, our own in-house mental health first aiders, support groups and a dedicated team to make sure we are covering your needs
27 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell one of your weeks, access to our health care cash back plans, dental plans, discounted health assessments, Cycle to work and tech schemes, discounted and free onsite facilities, social events throughout the year and much more ….