Data Scientist - Derby

RP Analytics are working with one of the leading professional services firms in the UK.  They work closely with some of the leading brands in the UK, proudly winning numerous top awards in recent years! 

Data plays an increasingly important part of their business and as a result of continued growth and further investment within their D&A department, we now have an excellent opportunity for a Data Scientist to join the team based at Derby. You'll be working on an SQL based case management system as the basis of internal and external reporting.

This role will cover the full spectrum of internal and external data management, performance analytics and collaborating with both internal and external stakeholders to optimise operational strategies and deliver continuous improvement initiatives to maximise client return of investment.

We are looking for a hands-on individual who is a natural problem solver with advanced analytical skills, experience of A/B testing & creating/maintaining ML Models and delivering technical problems to non-technical audiences.  Reporting to the Head of Data & Analytics the desired candidate will be keen to join a fast-paced and friendly team to help shape the departments future within the firm. 
 

Key Responsibilities

• Be the lead for data accuracy and Quality! 
• Provide insight on client portfolios and identify trends across the business
• Create and maintain bespoke ML models for a variety of business and client needs
• Lead and manage Champion/Challenger strategies, to elevate performance on existing contact strategies 
• Liaise with operational leaders, to help maximise contact centre resource to deliver for our clients, leading various projects end-to-end
• Support and mentor junior team members within D&A 

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

You will:

• 5+ Years’ experience in a previous analytical role
• Experience in identifying performance trends and creating ML models to support operational contact strategies 
• Be proficient in Python, SQL and Microsoft Excel
• Have great interpersonal skills and be able to communicate your ideas to a wider audience
• Be a good problem solver
• Have strong time management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple projects at once

Desirable:

• A bachelor’s degree in a numeric subject (Mathematics, Statistics, etc.) or equivalent
• Experience working within professional services industry 
• Working knowledge R