Econometrics Manager in Hayes

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About your role: This position sits within Centrica's Data Science team, a group dedicated to measuring and improving the effectiveness of our business strategies. We are looking for a highly analytical and detail-driven Econometrics Manager with strong hands-on experience in Marketing Mix Modelling (MMM) and modern data science techniques to support our growing analytics function. In this role, you will build robust, fit-for-purpose models and translate complex analysis into clear, actionable recommendations for senior stakeholders. You will work across a wide range of commercial areas and collaborate closely with colleagues in finance, marketing, commercial teams, and data science. The work is varied, high-visibility, and central to shaping strategic decision-making across the business.

Location: Windsor & London UK, Hybrid Working (circa 2 days per week in the office).

Responsibilities of the role:

• Partner with the econometrics team to build, refine, and maintain a suite of econometric and MMM models for British Gas and Hive, translating model outputs into clear, actionable insights that drive commercial value.
• Analyse large and complex datasets to quantify the impact of marketing investment on key outcomes such as customer acquisition, retention, and engagement.
• Apply a range of data science techniques - including regression, machine learning, and time-series modelling - to generate insights and support predictive and prescriptive analytics.
• Manage, clean, and integrate datasets from multiple internal and external sources, ensuring high standards of data quality and integrity.
• Communicate findings through concise, compelling presentations and documentation, crafting a clear narrative that aligns with the evidence.
• Work closely with stakeholders across the business to scale and enhance media mix models using advanced statistical and machine-learning approaches.

Here’s what we’re looking for:

• Proven experience in Big Data analysis, econometrics, statistics, and Marketing Mix Modelling within a professional environment.
• Strong understanding of media, marketing, pricing, and promotional levers, and how they influence commercial performance.
• Solid Python skills for data manipulation, modelling, and visualisation (e.g., pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn).
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to analytical rigour.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritise effectively.
• Confident, professional communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.

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If you’re full of energy, fired up about sustainability, and ready to craft not only a better tomorrow, but a better you, then come and find your purpose in a team where your voice matters, your growth is non-negotiable, and your ambitions are our priority.