Data Scientist

Join Admiral's quest for innovation as we seek a curious mind eager to make waves with advanced analytics. With a passion for machine learning and a drive to stay ahead of the curve, you'll be instrumental in shaping the future as the industry evolves. Data and technology are at the heart of our business strategy, propelling our market-leading products forward with the support of a large, dedicated Data Science team that delivers AI and machine learning solutions across all areas of our business, from Pricing to Marketing.

Admiral is committed to leveraging Data & ML for the greater good, enhancing both customer and employee experiences. Our progressive ethos, core principles, and dedication to diversity and inclusion cultivate an idea-rich atmosphere where innovation thrives, and every voice is heard.

With millions of customer interactions daily, the opportunities to leverage data for transformation are endless. Our work spans a variety of approaches, dealing with both structured and unstructured data challenges. Through harnessing the power of Google Cloud and Vertex AI, we're at the forefront of insurance data innovation, developing and monitoring cutting-edge models that drive our business forward.

Embark on this journey with us and be part of a team where data isn't just numbers, but the key to unlocking potential and driving Admiral forward.

Please note: This role is open to full time or part time positions. 

Your role in action:

• Unleash the power of data to transform the business landscape with cutting-edge statistical, machine learning, and AI techniques.
• Dive into the ever-evolving data science landscape, continuously exploring innovative concepts and keeping up to date with latest industry advancements.
• Collaborate with a dynamic team to streamline model deployment.
• Champion the power of data science at Admiral, inspiring members of our data community to harness our data’s potential and maximize the impact across the business.
• Partner with business leaders to harness the transformative power of Data Science and help identify future opportunities and priorities.
• Support your team's growth by actively participating in the development of more junior colleagues, sharing your expertise to drive the team forwards, and contributing to a thriving and impactful data science environment.

Get ready to make a difference and drive value with every data point!

Desired talents we hope you'll bring to the team:

• With at least two years industry experience under your belt, you're not just playing with data; you're shaping it with machine learning to reveal opportunities that really make an impact.
• Passionate about making a positive difference in the workplace and beyond, with a knack for understanding the big picture through data.
• A natural problem-solver who's always ready to roll up their sleeves and has a willingness to dive into experiments to find the best solutions.
• A go-to person for data puzzles, comfortable with SQL and Python, and excited about exploring data to uncover the best paths forward.
• Great at talking data with anyone, from technical to non-technical audiences, and turning numbers into compelling stories that drive action.

At Admiral, we're on the lookout for Data Scientists who have a wealth of experience across various sectors. Our aim is to fill roles in all our value streams—Pricing, Fraud, Claims, Customer Care, Marketing, People Services, and more. We value the fresh perspectives that seasoned professionals from diverse backgrounds can bring to our team, helping us to innovate and excel in every aspect of our business. If you're a Data Scientist with a rich tapestry of industry experience, we'd love to hear how you can contribute to our ever-expanding narrative of success.

Interview process

There will be an assessment and 1 stage interview.

Salary, Benefits and Work-Life Balance

We do not have a set salary for this position, as it will be dependent on the successful candidate’s experience. We are happy to see CVs from all candidates who meet the requirements and will be happy to discuss the remuneration package.

At Admiral, we are proud to be a diverse business where we put our people and customers first. We have great benefits to ensure employees have a great work-life balance; it's one of the reasons we’re consistently voted one of the Sunday Times Best Big Companies to Work For in the UK. We want you to have an element of freedom to define a working lifestyle that supports this, so accommodate flexible hours wherever possible.

All colleagues will receive 33 days holiday (including banks holidays) when they join us, and this will increase with length of service, up to a maximum of 38 days (including banks holidays). You also have the option to buy or sell up to five days of annual leave in addition to your allocation.

You can also view some of our other key benefits here.