Data Scientist (Fintech)

TL;DR

Data Scientist (Fintech): Developing and optimizing predictive models and analytical pipelines for specialist motor insurance telematics with an accent on pricing algorithms and production deployment. Focus on designing complex data solutions in Databricks and driving profitability through innovative machine learning workflows.

Location: Must be based in London, UK (Hybrid)

Salary: Up to £70,000

Company

A fast-growing, specialist motor insurance group and market leader in taxi insurance with over 40 years of expertise and a strong, people-first culture.

What you will do

• Design, create, and execute analytical solutions using telematics data.
• Drive technical analysis and development of scoring algorithms for pricing models.
• Automate model pipelines and manage end-to-end deployments within Databricks.
• Collaborate on workflow improvements, tooling, and data strategy within a focused trading team.
• Deliver actionable solutions to business problems with a high degree of autonomy.

Requirements

• Must have the right to work in the UK (Graduate or Post-Study Work visa with at least one year remaining; no sponsorship provided).
• Expertise in a variety of machine learning solutions and solid statistical understanding.
• Excellent Python coding ability.
• Desire to work at pace with a focus on innovation and high technical standards.
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment based in London.

Culture & Benefits

• 35 days’ holiday including bank holidays with buy/sell options.
• Hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Comprehensive growth opportunities including career fairs and leadership programs.
• 24/7 mental health support and free counselling.
• Recognition awards and social events.