Manager - Data And Data Science Strategy (AI)

TL;DR

Manager - Data And Data Science Strategy (AI): Leading projects and initiatives to shape the future use of emerging data and advanced analytics with an accent on driving the Groupwide Data & Analytics Strategy and culture. Focus on closing gaps in new data source ownership, partnering with Data Scientists and ML Engineers, and delivering significant customer and business value through innovative solutions.

Location: Hybrid, requiring at least two days per week, or 40% of time, at an office hub in Chester or Manchester, United Kingdom.

Salary: £65,385 - £72,650

Company

hirify.global is rebooting an icon and building the future of finance.

What you will do

• Manage and deliver the Emerging Data and Data Science strategy for Credit Card initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand needs and develop innovative solutions.
• Partner with Data Scientists, Machine Learning Engineers, and technical SMEs.
• Maintain relationships to ensure seamless delivery of new capabilities.
• Establish and track metrics for data initiative performance and impact.
• Keep up to date with Data, Data Science, and AI developments, sharing insights.

Requirements

• Proven expertise in directing Data and Data Science projects.
• Experience applying new data sources to assess risk and personalize pricing.
• Ability to build and manage strategic roadmaps aligned with business objectives.
• Exceptional skill in distilling complex information into clear insights for decision-making.
• Comfortable working in ambiguity and navigating evolving priorities.
• Solid understanding of and passion for the credit card industry, with awareness of Machine Learning potential.

Culture & Benefits

• Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, creating an environment where everyone can thrive.
• Reasonable workplace adjustments for colleagues with disabilities, including flexibility in office attendance, location, and working patterns.
• Guaranteed interviews for a fair and proportionate number of applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role with a disability through the Disability Confident Scheme.
• Generous pension contribution of up to 15%.
• Annual performance-related bonus and share schemes including free shares.
• 30 days holiday, with bank holidays on top, plus a range of wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policies.