Motor Data Scientist in London

DLG is evolving. Across every part of our business, teams are embracing new opportunities and putting customers at the heart of everything they do. Whether you're already part of DLG or thinking about joining us, you'll have the chance not only to be recognised for your skills, but also to build on them and be empowered to do your very best.

In this role, you’ll contribute to the development of data-driven solutions that enhance our pricing and underwriting capability. You’ll support the delivery of analytics from initial exploration through to implementation, working on a mix of well-defined problems and emerging opportunities. Working in an agile environment, you’ll build your experience across a range of analytical techniques, tools, and business contexts. You’ll collaborate with experienced colleagues, gaining exposure to the full lifecycle of data science solutions while developing your technical and commercial understanding.

What you'll be doing:

• Analysing large datasets using tools such as SQL, Python, and Radar to support pricing and underwriting decisions
• Supporting the development of data assets and models, contributing to improved risk assessment and pricing accuracy
• Producing clear insights and analysis, and communicating findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Collaborating with Retail Pricing and Platform teams to support the release of platform and pricing changes
• Contributing to experiments and analysis, helping to test ideas and quantify their potential impact (with guidance from more senior colleagues)
• Supporting the delivery of projects, working with more experienced team members to ensure high-quality and timely outcomes

Our hybrid model offers a ‘best of both worlds’ approach. When you’ll be in the office depends on your role and team, but colleagues spend at least 50% of their time in the office.

What you’ll need:

• Experience using SQL and Python for data analysis
• Previous experience, or a demonstrable interest, in applying data science techniques to large datasets
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and generate insights
• Good communication and stakeholder skills, with the ability to explain technical work clearly
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a wider team and contribute to shared outcomes
• A numerate degree in Mathematics, Statistics, or a related subject

Desirable:

• Familiarity with insurance or pricing concepts
• Exposure to tools such as WTW Radar

Benefits

We recognise we wouldn't be where we are today without our colleagues; that's why we offer excellent benefits designed to suit your lifestyle:

• Employer-contributed pension
• Annual company bonus
• Discounts on insurance products
• Generous holiday allowance
• Flexible benefits package, including optional health and dental insurance
• Buy-as-you-earn share scheme
• Employee discounts and cashback
• Plus many more

We want everyone to get the most out of their time at DLG, which is why we've looked beyond the financial rewards and created an offer that takes your whole life into account. Supporting our people to work at their best – whatever that looks like — and offering real choice, flexibility, and a greater work-life balance means our people have time to focus on the things that matter most to them. Our benefits are about more than just the money you earn; they’re about recognising who you are and the life you live.

Direct Line Insurance Group is now owned by Aviva Plc. If you are successful in your application, you may initially receive a Direct Line offer and contract of employment; however, your employment will transfer to Aviva Employment Services Limited from 1 July 2026 under TUPE. From that date, some terms and conditions of employment will change, including bonus and pension arrangements.

Be yourself

Direct Line Group is an equal opportunity employer, and we think diversity of background and thinking is a big strength in our people. We're delighted to feature as one of the UK's Top 50 Inclusive Employers and are committed to making our business an inclusive place to work, where everyone can be themselves and succeed in their careers.

We know you're more than a CV, and the things that make you, you, are what bring potential to our business. We recognise and embrace people who work in different ways, so if you need any adjustments to our recruitment process, please speak to the recruitment team, who will be happy to support you.