Senior Manager of Data Science

*Senior Manager, Data Science & AI*

?? Location: Leeds (2-3 days a week)

?? Employment Type: Permanent

?? Status: Actively Hiring

?? Salary: £97,920-£110,160 + Excellent Benefits

WRK digital are proud to be working with the Bank of England, who are growing their presence in Leeds!!

We are looking for an experienced data scientist to lead and help deliver an ambitious agenda on data science and AI across the directorate. This is a new cross-directorate role and will help delivery of data science-driven and AI-driven analytics.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in modernising their use of data and analytics to support financial stability analysis, working in conjunction with the relevant analytical divisions within the directorate.

The person who takes on this role will have a real opportunity to shape how things are done, making a big difference now and in influencing the vision for the future.

Roles and Responsibilities

1. Develop & implement cloud based analytical solutions.

2. Build the Banks' AI and data science capabilities.

3. Provide leadership of key policy projects deploying the latest data science and AI tools.

4. As Lead Data Scientist in FSSR, support the professional development of staff.

5. Lead and deliver FSSRs Data & AI strategy as part of the broader DGFS agenda

Role Requirements

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• Advanced technical expertise in data science, machine learning or data engineering, including experience with Python and/or R.
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• Strong understanding of cloud-based technologies and solutions (Azure and Databricks preferred), DevOps practices and API-driven architectures.
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• Experience of large language models (LLMs), generative AI technologies including AI agents and their practical applications.
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• Proven experience leading analytical projects that leverage large and complex datasets, applying data science, machine learning and AI techniques to derive actionable insights and support policy.
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• Experience delivering business change and production-ready pipelines through new data and technology systems. A strong understanding of organisational data and AI transformation.
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• Ability to lead multidisciplinary technical projects and teams, with the ability to set strategy and technical direction, manage staff during a project and deliver results in ambiguous, fast-moving environments.
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For a confidential conversation about the role, please DM or apply via the job ad for immediate consideration.

Unfortunately this role does not offer sponsorship at this time.

*Senior Manager, Data Science & AI*

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