Lead Data Scientist - Credit Risk

Experian
London
6 months ago
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Job Description

Our Experian Software Solution's Data Science Team is responsible in supporting analytic and generative AI products for decisioning, analytics, and Fraud and ID globally. The team accelerates the use of Experian products, demos new solutions to clients, provides clients a clear understanding on how the products are deployed on our platform.

As a Lead Data Scientist, you will use your coding expertise in Python and interest in Gen AI to become a specialist for Experian products.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with Engineering and data science teams in the design and implementation of Machine Learning, Dashboarding, Ad Hoc Analysis and AI application on a true big data platform.
  • Partner with Leaders, Sales Engineers, Account Executives, and Product Managers to bring new innovated solutions to market that provide impact to Experian's broad customer base.
  • Stay informed about regulatory changes and technological advancements to ensure the technology stack meets all compliance requirements.
  • Research and integrate new data assets from different resources into Experian's ML and AI platform. Assess analytic tools developed internally and externally.
  • Gather feedback from internal and external customers to guide new product development, feature prioritisation, and product evolution of tools and capabilities supported by the Ascend Platform.


Qualifications

  • Data science background with development expertise in Python
  • Experience developing models in credit risk or credit decisioning
  • Experience building of analytical tools in a regulatory environment
  • A track record for managing complex analytical projects
  • The ability to present to all levels of management within Experian and to our clients



Additional Information

Benefits package includes:

  • Hybrid working
  • Great compensation package and discretionary bonus plan
  • Core benefits include pension, bupa healthcare, sharesave scheme and more
  • 25 days annual leave with 8 bank holidays and 3 volunteering days. You can purchase additional annual leave.

Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian's culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, engagement, collaboration, wellness, reward & recognition, volunteering... the list goes on. Experian's people first approach is award-winning; Great Place To Work™ in 24 countries, FORTUNE Best Companies to work and Glassdoor Best Places to Work (globally 4.4 Stars) to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site to understand why.

Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Innovation is an important part of Experian's DNA and practices, and our diverse workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, colour, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.

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