Senior Data Scientist

WTW
Greater London
7 months ago
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We are looking for a Data Scientist, with experience in the UK general insurance markets in either commercial or personal lines, to join Willis Towers Watson in our Data Science team which is part of our consulting practice to help us develop our Data Science advisory capability. You will work beside some of the market’s top thought people designing and implementing cutting-edge solutions to challenges faced by the world’s top general insurers and intermediaries.

The Role

Deliver best in class Data Science capability reviews Build effective predictive models, analytic tools and processes using a wide range of analytical and data science techniques Leverage your market knowledge to develop cutting edge solutions in collaboration with various teams from across WTW Build a market profile as a representative and advocate of WTW Data Science consulting services and technology solutions Manage substantial work streams in large projects, with responsibility for communication with clients and the day-to-day running of projects Work collaboratively on a range of projects / internal responsibilities and manage priorities appropriately Develop a trusted advisor relationship with client contacts through effective communication and efficient, quality execution of client work Seek to be involved in a variety of work to ensure a broad skill set (technical, management and client) is maintained and developed Interface with colleagues from other practices and regions on assignments that reflect the client’s broader business issues Demonstrate commitment to Willis Towers Watson professional standards in managing analyses and in communications with clients To develop new relevant propositions or to enhance current pricing propositions leveraging Willis Towers Watson’s toolset and broader pricing intellectual property and resources Manage or contribute to the development of the company’s intellectual capital including plans for taking this to market Financial and business development Meet goals for billable hours and intellectual capital development Have a desire to work towards meeting revenue generation goals in the future Develop and present proposals to potential clients, demonstrating the economic value of the company’s offerings Use contacts within current network to obtain introductions to new contacts; work to develop supporters for company’s products and services Build relationships internally and collaborate effectively on cross-functional teams Demonstrate natural ease and effectiveness when dealing with clients/colleagues at all levels Manage teams of one or more junior associates to effectively deliver client projects on time and on budget Serve as line manager or mentor to more junior associates

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