Data Scientist

Position Details

Data Scientist –Leicester, Bexhill or London (Hybrid). Sponsorship is not available.

• Develop best‑in‑class machine learning models to predict claims outcomes, fraud, and other risk KPIs.
• Collaborate with ML Engineers to deploy machine learning models.
• Monitor deployed models and link performance to commercial value KPIs.
• Present work and findings to operational and commercial stakeholders.
• Explore new technologies and contribute to the team’s best practices.

• Proficiency in Python and experience with ML libraries for building and deploying solutions in cloud environments.
• Ability to think commercially and link ML model performance to commercial KPIs.
• Experience with SQL and structured query languages.
• Keen interest in emerging ML techniques and their commercial value.
• Strong communication skills across Data Scientists, Data Engineers, ML Engineers, and commercial stakeholders.

• Flexible hybrid working arrangement.
• Competitive bonus scheme – eligibility for annual 4
  
  Cs performance bonus.
• Financial wellbeing package including: 4x salary life assurance cover, no‑extra‑cost income protection, matched pension contributions up to 10%, and additional perks such as discounts, cashback, free mortgage advice, and financial wellbeing support.
• Mental wellbeing programme via Thrive mental health app, 24/7 colleague assistance programme, in‑house mental health first aiders, support groups, and a dedicated wellbeing team.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell an additional week.
• Health‑care cash‑back plans, dental plans, discounted health assessments, Cycle‑to‑work and tech schemes, and free onsite facilities.
• Social events throughout the year and other employee‑focused initiatives.

Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably skilled people, regardless of gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital or family status. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure a fair and accessible experience for all.