Data Science Manager

Compare The Market Limited; City of London, Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company is seeking a Data Science Manager to lead a team of data scientists. This hybrid role focuses on developing applied AI solutions that drive business impact and includes strong leadership and technical design responsibilities. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Python and experience managing data science initiatives in agile environments. You will be part of a diverse team committed to performance and innovation.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in data science and applied ML solutions.
• Ability to balance technical contribution with people leadership.
• Experience in agile environments with accountability to timelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of data scientists in ML and analytics initiatives.
• Advocate for data science in planning to stakeholders.
• Coach and mentor team members for career development.

Skills

Leadership of data science teams

Hands-on expertise in Python

Modelling and statistical methods

Strong stakeholder influence

Agile environments

Education

Degree in a quantitative discipline

Job description

Job Description

Data Science Manager

Function: Data

Location: Hybrid working, London or Peterborough office

Curious about what’s next? So are we. Join Compare the Market and help to make financial decision making a breeze for millions.

At Compare the Market, we’re a purpose-driven business powered by tech and AI. We’re building high-performing, results-driven teams with the skills, mindset, and ambition to deliver outcomes at pace. Every role here plays a part in driving our mission forward, and we create an environment where you can bring your authentic self, grow a truly characterful career, and see the direct impact of your work on the lives of our customers.

We’ve carved a meerkat-shaped niche and we’re looking for ambitious, curious thinkers who thrive in a fast-moving, high-impact environment. If you love accountability, embrace challenge, and want to make a real difference, you’ll fit right in.

We’d love you to be part of our journey: As a Data Science Manager, you’ll lead a team of data scientists focused on building applied AI solutions that drive measurable business impact, from intelligent personalisation to optimised customer journeys and decision systems. A hybrid role encompassing strong leadership as well as technical design, writing high-quality code, and shaping our approach to ML governance and standards.

What You’ll Be Doing

Team Delivery & Technical Oversight

• Lead a team of data scientists delivering ML and analytics initiatives across product domains
• Guide technical direction, ensuring high standards in modelling, experimentation, and reproducibility
• Balance people leadership with technical contribution, including design, peer reviews, and hands‑on coding
• Drive delivery with a focus on sprint planning, scoping, estimation, and accountability to timelines
• Track progress, remove blockers, and ensure timely delivery of high-impact solutions

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work closely with cross‑functional leads to align roadmaps and prioritise high‑impact opportunities
• Translate strategic goals into well‑scoped projects and ensure they are resourced and delivered effectively
• Advocate for data science in planning, helping stakeholders understand what’s possible

People Development

• Coach and mentor your team through regular feedback, career conversations, and technical support
• Support hiring, onboarding, and development initiatives across data science
• Contribute to a high‑performing, inclusive, and curious team culture

Platform & Standards

• Champion scalable, responsible, and maintainable approaches to deploying AI in production
• Collaborate on improving workflows, observability, and documentation standards
• Contribute to model governance practices including validation, explainability, and testing

What We’re Looking For

• Proven leadership of data science teams and delivery of applied ML solutions
• Hands‑on expertise in Python, modelling, and statistical methods
• Ability to balance technical contribution with people and project leadership
• Experience working in agile environments with clear accountability to delivery timelines
• Strong stakeholder influence and communication skills
• A degree in a quantitative discipline or equivalent experience applying ML in production

Why Compare the Market?

We’re a business built for pace and performance. Here, you’ll be encouraged to think differently, act boldly, and deliver brilliantly in a culture that values results and rewards progress. We believe diverse teams make better decisions, and we’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels empowered to grow, contribute, and thrive. If you’re ready to stretch yourself, raise the bar, and grow with a team that’s serious about performance, innovation, and purpose, we’d love to hear from you.