Senior Manager, Data Science

• Lead the full lifecycle of predictive modelling projects - scoping, planning, delivery, validation, sign-off, and ongoing ownership
• Ensure all solutions meet the highest standards of governance, regulatory compliance, and technical rigor
• Act as a proactive owner of deployed models, providing timely updates, insights, and improvements
• Make concrete technical management contributions towards gold-standard data science capabilities
• Create a positive, supportive, and high-performing team culture through people leadership and coaching

• Degree-level qualification in a highly analytical field (e.g., Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Quantitative Finance)
• Demonstrated experience applying data science across areas such as product optimisation, personalisation, collections, fraud, or broader business optimisation
• Strong end-to-end ownership of data science delivery, from problem definition to implementation
• A hands-on background as a data scientist or modeler, with the ability to dive deep into technical detail when needed
• Practical experience with modern data science tools, open-source technologies, version control, and collaborative development practices
• Proven track record of shaping data science roadmaps, generating ideas, and building strong partnerships
• Experience leading, and developing a team of data scientists or quantitative specialists, * Experience with Agentic AI tools and practices (e.g., Claude Code, Kiro, Codex)
• Knowledge of advanced data science techniques such as deep learning or numerical optimisation
• Experience coordinating complex cross-functional delivery, including close collaboration with MLOps teams
• A track record of championing data science in emerging or previously unsupported business areas
• Strong understanding of managing and evolving business-critical, production data science solutions

Are you ready to help shape how Data Science drives value across our entire customer credit journey? NewDay are looking for a Senior Manager, Data Science to lead the development of predictive modelling solutions that power smarter decisions, better customer outcomes, and significant commercial impact.