Data Scientist
Location: Solihull; a flexible hybrid working model which supports you as well as enabling you to work collaboratively with your colleagues
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
About Us
At BNP Paribas Personal Finance, we’re part of a global banking group with a simple mission: to provide straightforward consumer finance solutions that help customers make responsible financial decisions. We partner with leading UK retailers and brands to support their customers finance purchases responsibly.
The Role
Working in the Analytics team, the Data Scientist provides delivery of commercial value through the usage of advanced analytical methods to deliver actionable insight. The aim is to understand, test, predict and explain customer behaviours and associated levers. You will also contribute to the development of the business through:
* Exploitation of customer knowledge & insight
* Analysis of a range of data sources across business departments
* Implementation of predictive models and business tools utilising ML and AI
* Clear presentation and communication to senior leaders
Key Responsibilities
* Deploy tried and tested advanced analytical techniques to solve business challenges
* Explore and innovate new solutions utilising technology such as generative AI
* Implement A/B testing techniques to demonstrate results where possible
* Maintain and improve BAU processes including model maintenance to meet requirements and ensure confidence in the team
* Create high quality, clear outputs for stakeholders at all levels of the organisation, tailored to educate and inform
* Act as a leader and educator for the power of data and AI across the business
Skills & Attributes
* Highly practised in use of data analysis tools (Python, R, SAS, SQL, etc) and with experience of developing predictive models
* Ability to manipulate data and present information clearly and concisely with non technical members of the wider business
* Extensive experience in working with large data sets
* Experience working with generative AI and/or agentic AI systems is desirable, but not essential
* Good commercial awareness and a natural intrigue into how a business functions
Could this be you?
Making a positive impact is at the heart of everything we do. We’re looking for people who live by our values, who are positive, brave, and own it. Don’t let confidence hold you back. You don’t need to meet every requirement - if you have around 75% of the skills and the right attitude, we’d love to hear from you.
What’s in it for you
As a Top Employer UK, we offer a supportive, inclusive environment and a flexible benefits package that you can tailor to your lifestyle. Highlights include:
* Competitive salary and comprehensive package, contributory pension, and health cash plan
* Opportunity to buy/sell holiday giving you even more control over your work-life balance
* Flexible benefits including private medical insurance and lifestyle discounts
* A culture that values collaboration, development, and wellbeing
Apply now to join a team that makes a real impact.
Learn more about careers with us: https://www.bnpparibas-pf.co.uk/careers
Your Application Journey
* Call with our Talent Acquisition team
* Informal chat with the Hiring Manager
* Competency-based interview including a short presentation (90 minutes)
We aim to complete the process within 3-4 weeks, depending on availability. If you’re not shortlisted, we’ll still let you know the outcome. Please note that this role may close early once we have enough suitable applicants, so apply soon.
Equal Opportunities
We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace and ensuring equal opportunities for all, regardless of age, disability, gender, identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or background.
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