Data Science Manager

Tata Consultancy Services
Castleford
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Careers at TCS: It means more

TCS is a purpose-led transformation company, built on belief. We do not just help businesses to transform through technology. We support them in making a meaningful difference to the people and communities they serve - our clients include some of the biggest brands in the UK and worldwide. For you, it means more to make an impact that matters, through challenging projects which demand ambitious innovation and thought leadership.

  • Shape the future of TCS.
  • Work with customers and identify opportunities to support their strategy and improve their processes across functions.
  • Lead projects and inspire both colleagues and stakeholders.


The Role:

As aData Science Manageryou will lead on designing, delivering and continuously improving customer’s DSO data analytics capabilities. In this role you will be responsible for enhancing the application of data to make our distribution network smarter and more flexible. You will lead initiatives optimising the use of an increasing volume of data to provide greater insights. These initiatives will enhance the efficiency of the development of our network and in turn increase customer opportunities and improve business performance.


Your Responsibilities:

  • Set the strategic direction and vision for data science and future analytics of data including monitoring data and smart metering in line with business plan objectives.
  • Direct all analysis of data for DSO applications to ensure best practices are adopted, ensuring continuous process improvement.
  • Managerial responsibility for team of data scientists.
  • Provide direction for technical teams managing change projects involving the application of data, mentor and develop data specialists, fostering a culture of continuous learning, collaboration and innovation.
  • Liaise with IS colleagues to ensure that the data infrastructure and engineering requirements are available to support evolving data analytics.
  • Work across directorates to integrate data into systems to realise the benefits of the application of the results of data analytics.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior executives to understand business needs, communicate insights and advocate for data-driven strategies.
  • Responsible for smart metering data policy, informing the requirements for applications including volumes of operation deployment and infrastructure integration.
  • Represent customer on national working parties and at industry meetings to deliver acceptable outcomes from industry changes within the realm of DSO data analytics including smart metering.
  • Manage and deliver engagement with internal parties, industry, regional stakeholders and wider groups in order to empower others to benefit from our data insights, promote data initiatives and understand the value delivered for customers.
  • Ensure that customer remains compliant with all license conditions in day-to-day operations of utilising smart metering data, including adherence to all security policies, identifying and assessing risks and external threats and complying with cyber incident management processes.
  • Ensure the integrity and accuracy of annual regulatory returns accurately interpreting Regulatory Instructions and Guidance, RIGs.


Your Profile:

Essential skills/knowledge/experience:

  • Experience in a data science position, preferably working as a Senior Data Scientist.
  • Highly proficient and experienced in programming languages and have rapid prototyping skills, for example, Python or R and experience with machine learning frameworks.
  • Experience of leading and inspiring high-performing data analyst teams and development projects.
  • Demonstrable successful management and delivery of advanced quantitative analyses and statistical modelling that positively impacts business performance.
  • Expert user of database and other data analytics computer software.
  • Good stakeholder communication, Leading team. Ability to work with team of Data analysts, Product Owner, Product Manager, Development, Testing, and Implementation, IS teams.
  • Pro-active and has initiative.
  • Good exposure and expertise with projects involving Agile Methodology are pivotal.


Rewards & Benefits:

TCS is consistently voted a Top Employer in the UK and globally. Our competitive salary packages feature pension, health care, life assurance, laptop, phone, access to extensive training resources and discounts within the larger Tata network.

We offer health & wellness initiatives and sports events; we are the proud sponsor of the London Marathon.


Diversity, Inclusion and Wellbeing:

Tata Consultancy Services UK&I is committed to meeting the accessibility needs of all individuals in accordance with the UK Equality Act 2010 and the UK Human Rights Act 1998.

We welcome and embrace diversity in race, nationality, ethnicity, disability, neurodiversity, gender identity, age, physical ability, gender reassignment, sexual orientation. We are a disability inclusive employer and encourage disabled people to apply for this role.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we offer an interview to applicants with disabilities or long-term conditions who meet the minimum criteria for the role. Please email us at if you would like to opt in.

If you are an applicant who needs any adjustments to the application process or interview, please contact usatwith the subject line: “Adjustment Request” or callTCS London Office /to request an adjustment. We welcome requests prior to you completing the application and at any stage of the recruitment process.


Application Process:

  • Online application:You can apply directly through LinkedIn/ by uploading your CV. In case you wish to submit your application via another format like audio/video, please, contact -
  • Skill-Based discussion:This will be a level 1 interview with the project team, it can be via video or in-person. Details will be confirmed by your recruiter.
  • Managerial discussion:This discussion will focus on behavioural aspects and person-organisation fit.
  • HR Discussion: This will be with one of the members of the HR team and will cover your career journey, aspirations for growth, compensation and any other questions you may have.


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