Data Science Manager in London

Data Science ManagerFunction: Data

Location: Hybrid working, London or Peterborough office

Curious about what\’s next? So are we. Join Compare the Market and help to make financial decision making a breeze for millions.

At Compare the Market, we\’re a purpose-driven business powered by tech and AI. We\’re building high-performing, results-driven teams with the skills, mindset, and ambition to deliver outcomes at pace. Every role here plays a part in driving our mission forward, and we create an environment where you can bring your authentic self, grow a truly characterful career, and see the direct impact of your work on the lives of our customers.

We\’ve carved a meerkat-shaped niche and we\’re looking for ambitious, curious thinkers who thrive in a fast-moving, high-impact environment. If you love accountability, embrace challenge, and want to make a real difference, you\’ll fit right in.

What You\’ll Be Doing

Lead a team of data scientists delivering ML and analytics initiatives across product domains

Guide technical direction, ensuring high standards in modelling, experimentation, and reproducibility

Balance people leadership with technical contribution, including design, peer reviews, and hands‐on coding

Drive delivery with a focus on sprint planning, scoping, estimation, and accountability to timelines

Track progress, remove blockers, and ensure timely delivery of high-impact solutions

Stakeholder Collaboration

Work closely with cross‐functional leads to align roadmaps and prioritise high‐impact opportunities

Translate strategic goals into well‐scoped projects and ensure they are resourced and delivered effectively

Advocate for data science in planning, helping stakeholders understand what\’s possible

People Development

Coach and mentor your team through regular feedback, career conversations, and technical support>

Support hiring, onboarding, and development initiatives across data science

Contribute to a high‐performing, inclusive, and curious team culture

Platform & Standards

Champion scalable, responsible, and maintainable approaches to deploying AI in production

Collaborate on improving workflows, observability, and documentation standards

Contribute to model governance practices including validation, explainability, and testing

What We\’re Looking For

Proven leadership of data science teams and delivery of applied ML solutions

Hands‐on expertise in Python, modelling, and statistical methods

Ability to balance technical contribution with people and project leadership

Experience working in agile environments with clear accountability to delivery timelines

Strong stakeholder influence and communication skills

A degree in a quantitative discipline or equivalent experience applying ML in production

Why Compare the MarketWe\’re a business built for pace and performance. Here, you\’ll be encouraged to think differently, act boldly, and deliver brilliantly in a culture that values results and rewards progress.

We believe diverse teams make better decisions, and we\’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels empowered to grow, contribute, and thrive.

If you\’re ready to stretch yourself, raise the bar, and grow with a team that\’s serious about performance, innovation, and purpose, we\’d love to hear from you.

Seniority LevelMid‐Senior level

Employment TypeFull‐time

Job FunctionEngineering and Information Technology

IndustriesSoftware Development

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