Geospatial Data Scientist in Bexhill-on-Sea

Welcome to Hastings Direct. We’re a digital insurance provider with a clear strategy to become the best and biggest player in the UK market. As a company, we’ve made investments in our technology, pricing, data and analytics capabilities, along with nurturing our 4Cs culture and substantial investment in our people.

The Geospatial Data Scientist will assist in the identification and creation of cutting-edge data assets and predictive models that feed into Hastings’ market-leading pricing activities. This role is within a combined team of Actuaries and Data Scientists, who are committed to championing the adoption of the latest machine learning (ML) techniques to leverage powerful insights from vast amounts of customer and property information and augment traditional modelling techniques.

Accountabilities

• Engineering powerful new geography / spatial rating factors to be deployed into our home & motor pricing
• Develop best in-class models to predict risk and claims outcomes
• Identifying, analysing, and monetising new data sources relating to geography and properties
• Research and development of innovative proof of concept solutions to business problems

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Predictive modelling experience
• Familiarity with geospatial data and geospatial analysis techniques
• Interest in emerging ML techniques and their commercial value
• Proficiency in Python
• Exposure to SQL
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally with Data Engineers, Data Scientists, Actuaries and Pricing teams

Desirable

• Insurance experience
• Experience working with remote sensing datasets
• Have used GitHub as a code collaboration tool
• Experience using a cloud platform

Personal Attributes

• Natural problem solver who loves building quality solutions to complex real-world situations
• Dynamic, flexible and delivery-focused work ethic required to adapt to a fast-paced environment

The interview process

• Recruiter screening call
• Intro with Hiring manager
• Interview with hiring team – Case study

As a Disability Confident employer, we’re committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are fully inclusive. If you’re applying for a job with us, you’ll have fair access to support and adjustments throughout your recruitment journey.

Benefits

• Flexible working – we champion a flexible hybrid working approach
• Competitive bonus scheme – all colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus
• Financial wellbeing – life assurance, income protection, matched pension contributions up to 10%, and additional wellbeing support
• Mental wellbeing programme – Thrive app, colleague assistance programme 24/7, mental health first aiders, support groups
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, with option to buy or sell one week
• Access to health care cashback plans, dental plans, discounted health assessments, Cycle to work and tech schemes
• Discounted and free onsite facilities, social events, and more

If you are interested in any other positions at Hastings Direct – you can view our live vacancy list via our careers page.

Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status.

Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks. At Hastings Direct, we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to be open with us. Our recruitment team is here to provide the support you need to ensure a fair and accessible experience for all.