Senior Data Science Professional

6 days ago


Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Newcastle Building Society Full time

About the Role

As a Graduate Data Scientist Apprentice at Newcastle Building Society, you will embark on a rewarding journey to develop your skills and expertise in data science. This exciting opportunity will equip you with the knowledge, skills, and behaviours required to become a proficient data scientist.

Your Responsibilities

You will be responsible for managing data from end-to-end, starting with querying our databases and learning SQL. You will then utilise R or Python to build models and create business insights. Your analysis will culminate in conveying your findings to the business in a suitable format using tools such as Excel, R Shiny, or Power BI.

You will also contribute to the development of key administrative processes and share responsibility for working with partners to design and implement relevant system data. Furthermore, you will help maintain, analyse, and improve the Financial Advice Management Information (MI) suite to support the growth of Newcastle Financial Advisers.

With the guidance of your manager and mentor, you will set objectives to ensure you are developing during your tenure with us. You will also participate in a team challenge project with our Early Talent community to enhance your career development.

Your Requirements

  • A minimum of a 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in a numerate discipline such as Maths, Statistics, Computer Science, or similar.
  • An ability to communicate effectively with others through various methods, along with excellent attention to detail.
  • Strong analytical and IT skills, including proficiency in using MS 365.

What We Offer

We offer a competitive annual salary based on above-market pay scales, starting at £30,000. Our reward package includes:

  • A 35-hour weekly contract.
  • 25 days holiday each year, plus bank holidays (rising to 30 days with length of service).
  • Bonus scheme.
  • Pension scheme.
  • Life assurance and income protection.
  • Access to a range of wellbeing benefits.
  • Cycle to Work scheme.
  • Above statutory family leave entitlement.
  • The option to buy extra holidays.
  • Two paid volunteering days each year.
  • A broad range of learning and development opportunities.
  • Hybrid working arrangements.

About Us

Newcastle Building Society is the Society's financial advice subsidiary, providing trusted advice to customers across the North East for over 20 years. As an inclusive employer and member-owned mutual, we aim to reflect the communities we serve to drive the right colleague, customer, and business outcomes. We encourage applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds and life experiences, promoting diversity of thought to constructively challenge and drive innovation.



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