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Head of Data Science
Hybrid (London)
Up to £130k per year.
Im working with a well known financial institution to find an exceptional Head of Data Science to lead and scale their data science function.
Key Responsibilities:
* Build, mentor, and lead a high-caliber data science team.
* Define and execute the data science roadmap in alignment with business objectives.
* Present analysis and insights clearly to senior stakeholders, adapting communication style for both technical and non-technical audiences through written reports and verbal presentations.
* Work closely with engineering, product, and executive teams to integrate models into production systems.
* Drive innovation in data usage across analytics, predictive modeling, and decision systems.
What We’re Looking For:
* 8+ years of data science experience, including 2+ years in leadership roles.
* Expertise in machine learning, statistics, and large-scale data processing.
* Hands-on technical ability (Python, SQL, cloud platforms like AWS or GCP).
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence at C-level.
* Strong background in fintech, banking, lending, or payments preferred.
* Experience in a fast-paced, scale-up environment is a plus.
Why Join Us?
* Lead a mission-critical function in a rapidly growing company.
* Work with a talented, collaborative leadership team..
* Flexible hybrid working environment based in London.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Information Technology
* Industries
Data Infrastructure and Analytics and Technology, Information and Media
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