The Data Science Lead is a hands‑on, individual contributor responsible for building and growing Chaucer’s data science capability within the central Data Office. The role blends strategic leadership with technical delivery, laying the foundations for Chaucer’s Data Science & AI Centre for Enablement.
The role’s purpose is to accelerate Chaucer’s ability to use advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI to drive business growth, efficiency, and risk management, ensuring Chaucer becomes an increasingly data‑driven organisation. You’ll develop advanced analytics and AI solutions, explore emerging technologies such as Agentic AI and Snowflake Cortex, and identify high-value AI use cases that deliver real impact.
This is a hands-on role, involving coding, model development, and solution delivery, while shaping the roadmap for future growth. You’ll also provide guidance and mentorship as the capability evolves. Initially an individual contributor position, this role has the potential to grow into a leadership role as the function expands
ABOUT US
Chaucer is a leading insurance group at Lloyd’s, the world’s specialist insurance market. We help protect industries around the world from the risks they face. Our customers include major airlines, energy companies, shipping groups, global manufacturers and property groups.
Our headquarters are in London, and we have international offices in Bermuda, Copenhagen, Dubai and Singapore to be closer to our clients across the world. To learn more about us please visit our website.
Chaucer is committed to diversity, actively values difference and respects people regardless of the protected characteristics which are outlined in the Equality Act 2010 (UK legislation) as a result of the Equal Treatment Directive 2006 (EU legislation).
A diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace are core to our success as a business and integral to our winning strategy and culture. We recruit from the widest available pool of talent, and our hiring, assessment and selection process is fair, free from bias and one which ensures we select the right person for the job, based on merit. We are committed to promoting a culture that actively values difference, and recognises that everyone has the right to be treated with dignity and respect throughout their employment.
We are open to considering flexible working arrangements for all roles and encourage you to outline your needs during the interview process.
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Chaucer Group City of London, England Office
52 Lime Street, City of London, United Kingdom, EC3M 7AF
