Job Title: Data Scientist
Location: London (Hybrid/Flexible)
Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Overview
We're looking for a proactive Data Scientist to join a high-impact team driving innovation in digital insurance underwriting. This role will support the expansion of data-led initiatives, with a focus on improving profitability and automation across digital insurance products.
You'll collaborate with underwriters, actuaries, analysts, and engineers to turn complex data into actionable insight, build models, and help shape the future of digital insurance trading.
What You’ll Do
* Analyse internal and external data to support risk modelling, pricing, and performance tracking
* Develop data science solutions using Python and statistical techniques to support automation and optimisation
* Build dashboards and visual tools to surface insights and trends
* Work alongside actuarial teams to enhance pricing strategies and portfolio analysis
* Translate business needs into data requirements, collaborating with IT and engineering
* Stay up to date with new tools, techniques, and best practices in data science
What We’re Looking For
* Solid experience in data science, ideally within insurance or financial services
* Strong programming skills (Python preferred)
* Experience in statistical modelling, data wrangling, and analysis
* Familiarity with Azure tools (e.g. Data Factory, SQL, Synapse, Power BI) is a plus
* Effective communicator with the ability to work across technical and non-technical teams
* 2+ years in a data-focused or actuarial role
If you are interested please email your CV to megan.seymour@stottandmay.com for immediate consideration