Head of Data Science – Property & Lifestyle Leadership

Aviva Direct Ireland Limited; Norwich; Hybrid; GBP 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company is seeking a Head of Data Science in Norwich or London. The role involves leading data science strategies and collaborating with various teams to drive performance and competitive advantage. Candidates should have a strong understanding of the UK insurance market and experience in building high-performing teams. This position offers an attractive salary and benefits, including flexible working arrangements, and supports diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Benefits

Bonus opportunity – 25% of annual salary

Generous pension scheme – up to 14% contribution

29 days holiday plus bank holidays

Up to 40% discount on company products

Up to £1,200 of free shares per year

Flexible benefits including cycle to work

3 paid volunteering days

Wellbeing support and tools

Qualifications

• Demonstrable ability to enact transformation and build high-performing teams.
• Excellent understanding of the UK general insurance market.
• First-class knowledge of data science and modeling techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead data science strategy and execution for competitive advantage.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure strategic market positioning.
• Identify emerging opportunities and threats to performance.

Skills

Transformation and high-performing team building

UK general insurance market understanding

Data science/modeling techniques

Strong business acumen

Risk management advisory skills

Job description

A leading insurance company is seeking a Head of Data Science in Norwich or London. The role involves leading data science strategies and collaborating with various teams to drive performance and competitive advantage. Candidates should have a strong understanding of the UK insurance market and experience in building high-performing teams. This position offers an attractive salary and benefits, including flexible working arrangements, and supports diversity and inclusion in the workplace.