Data Science Manager

Data Science Manager – Hereford, United Kingdom

Type:
Permanent | Working Pattern:
Hybrid (3 days a week onsite)

MandM is evolving its data strategy, combining predictive modelling with advanced business intelligence across finance and data. This role will serve as a bridge between strategic vision and technical execution, managing a dual‑discipline team of senior data professionals to deliver high‑impact predictive models and reporting solutions.

• Define, build and own a combined data science and analytics roadmap aligned with company objectives.
• Oversee workload and resource allocation across data science and analytics streams, reporting on team velocity.
• Continuously evaluate new technologies, analytics techniques and industry trends to keep capabilities cutting‑edge.
• Mentor and provide strategic guidance to the Senior Data Scientist and Senior Data Analyst.
• Participate directly in modeling, pipeline development and building advanced reporting frameworks.
• Champion and manage the team’s core toolset, utilising platforms such as Dataiku to streamline model development.
• Establish and enforce best practices for data workflows, version control, MLOps, data quality and security.
• Ensure compliance with data protection policies when handling personally identifiable data.
• Act as the primary bridge between the data team and senior leadership, translating technical concepts into actionable strategies.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional partners and represent the department with credibility.

• Proven strategic leadership experience guiding multi‑disciplinary technical work streams.
• Strong background in both data science and advanced analytics with successful deployments of predictive models.
• Programming skills in Python or R, advanced SQL, and experience with large‑scale data queries.
• Hands‑on experience with end‑to‑end data science platforms such as Dataiku.
• Outstanding communication skills, capable of translating complex model outputs to senior executives.
• Excellent organisational, problem‑solving and project management skills focused on resource allocation and continuous improvement.

• Competitive salary.
• Paid volunteering days.
• Opportunities for career growth.
• Staff discounts.
• Company pension plan.
• Generous holiday allowance – five weeks, with option to purchase an extra week.
• Birthday leave.
• Free parking.
• Health and well‑being programme.