Contract: Full-time About Protect Group Protect Group, established in 2016, is an innovative global technology leader enhancing customer experiences and revenue opportunities for businesses through AI-driven solutions. With over 400 partners across 75+ countries, we provide an intuitive widget that seamlessly integrates with online sales platforms, dramatically improving customer satisfaction and boosting ancillary revenue through our core Refund Protection product. Our culture is defined by ambition, innovation, and excellence. Our Protect People embody these values, making a significant impact across sectors including Travel, OTAs, Hospitality, Transportation, and Ticketing . Role Overview We are seeking a commercially-minded Data Scientist to act as a strategic lead for our Partnership teams. In this pivotal role, you will function as a Partnership Optimiser , tasked with maximising the value and performance of our external partnerships. You will bridge the gap between complex data and commercial strategy, working directly with external stakeholders (OTAs, event platforms, hospitality providers) and internal partnership managers. You will build scalable solutions, drive A/B testing, and deploy web applications that empower non-technical teams to make data-driven decisions. Key Responsibilities Strategic Partnership Optimisation Strategy Lead: Act as the analytical lead for the partnerships team, using large, complex datasets to define strategies that maximise revenue and conversion rates for our products. External Engagement: Present complex analytical findings and commercial models directly to external stakeholders and C‑suite, articulating value clearly and effectively. Hypothesis you will be responsible for strong data engineering tasks to ingest, clean, and structure data from varied sources. Pipeline Management: Oversee the end-to-end data lifecycle within Azure , ensuring robust MLOps practices. Required Skills you will directly shape the commercial success of our partners in the a wide range of sectors. Innovation: Work at the cutting edge, utilising Gen AI and building custom Web Apps that drive business operations. Growth: Join a rapidly scaling tech company revolutionising global industries with a talented team dedicated to continuous improvement. Ready to Join Us? If you are a Data Scientist with the mindset of a commercial strategist and the skills of an engineer, we want to hear from you! Submit your CV today. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Data Scientist – Partnership Optimisation employer: Protect Group
At Protect Group, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration in the heart of Leeds. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through our dynamic work environment, where talented individuals are encouraged to share their ideas and drive meaningful change across various industries. With competitive salaries and a focus on accountability, we empower our team members to take ownership of their projects while enjoying the unique advantages of working in a vibrant city known for its rich history and thriving tech scene.
