Data Scientist

Are you ready to turn data into action and make a tangible impact? We’re looking for a skilled and driven Revenue & Debt Data Scientist to join a dynamic Credit Risk function. This is a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of credit risk analytics, helping shape smarter collections strategies, reduce bad debt, and improve outcomes for customers.In this pivotal role, you’ll lead deep-dive analysis into customer portfolio trends, build predictive models, and support the transition to an enterprise data lake. Your insights will directly influence operational improvements, strategic decisions, and long-term financial resilience.What you’ll do:
  • Conduct root cause analysis of debt accumulation trends.
  • Build and refine predictive models for credit risk and debt recovery.
  • Develop and maintain SQL-based reporting solutions to drive actionable insights.
  • Collaborate across teams to align data governance, infrastructure, and reporting needs.
  • Embed analytics into strategic decision-making and champion data-driven thinking.
What we’re looking for:
  • Proficient in SQL for querying, joining, and transforming large datasets.
  • Experienced in data cleansing, validation, and predictive modelling.
  • Strong in Python for statistical analysis and able to communicate insights to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Proven experience in credit risk analytics, debt management, or financial modelling.
  • Comfortable working cross-functionally and translating data into actionable strategy.
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.
  • Degree (or equivalent) in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field.
Desirable:
  • Experience migrating from traditional databases to data lake architectures.
  • Background in Financial Services or other regulated industries.
  • Exposure to SAP/DM9 environments.
  • Knowledge of machine learning techniques relevant to credit risk.
What we offer:
  • Hybrid working flexibility (South West).
  • Competitive salary of up to £54,000 per annum + benefits.
  • Opportunities to work on high-impact projects that shape strategy and operations.
If you’re passionate about using data to drive decisions and make a difference, we’d love to hear from you -

Job Details

Company
Cactus Search
Location
Home Meadow, Worcester, Worcestershire, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / Remote Options
Employment Type
Full-Time
Salary
£50,000 - £55,000 per annum
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