Lead Data Scientist, Insurance - BCG X

The Boston Consulting Group

Aug 2

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Senior (5-8 years)
Frankfurt, +3
Remote

Requirements

7+ years of relevant industry work experience in an Insurance company or Insurtech Startup providing advanced analytics solutions
Advanced degree required in a field linked to business analytics, statistics or geo-statistics, operations research, geography, applied mathematics, computer science, engineering, or related field
Strong record of professional accomplishment and leadership
Looking for individuals with deep technical and data science expertise, acute strategic and analytical skills, ability to lead and persuade, drive and energy, and desire to work in a project-based environment
Demonstrated ability to lead and manage projects and teams
Proven ability to drive topics and make a commercial impact in the insurance sector
Fluency in at least one coding language (Python)

Responsibilities

- Our BCG X teams own the full analytics value-chain end to end: framing new business challenges, designing innovative algorithms, implementing, and deploying scalable solutions, and enabling colleagues and clients to fully embrace AI.
- As a Lead Data Scientist in our insurance practice, you'll be part of our rapidly growing team.
- You'll have the chance to apply data science methods and analytics to real-world business situations across the insurance sector to drive significant business impact.
- We help companies identify and develop growth opportunities that reshape the future of the insurance industry.
- As a core member of BCG X you will also take a larger and more proactive role in shaping the strategy of BCG X - and of BCG overall.
- You will work closely with partners & managing directors to drive our company's growth & business development.
- Additional responsibilities will include developing and delivering thought leadership, managing teams of data scientists, engineers, designers.
- The Lead Data Scientist is expected to be a recognized expert in data science and will manage a team of data scientists and engineers to build innovative new products and analytics solutions in BCG's fast growing insurance practice.
- Comfortable in a client-facing role, manage engagements, client relationships, provide 'thought leadership' to teams.
- Explain sophisticated data science concepts in an understandable manner and act as interface between business & tech.
- Likes to distill complex results or processes into simple, clear visualizations.
- Significant experience applying advanced analytics to a variety of business situations and a proven ability to synthesize complex data.
- Solid understanding of modern machine learning techniques and their mathematical underpinnings, and can translate this into business implications for our insurance clients.
- Have strong project management skills.

FAQs

What locations are available for this position?

The position is available in München, Berlin, Köln, Düsseldorf, Hamburg, Frankfurt, Zürich, and Vienna.

What kind of team structure will I be working in?

You will be part of a rapidly growing team within BCG X that includes data scientists, engineers, and designers, and you will be managing a team of data scientists and engineers.

Is experience in the insurance sector required for this role?

Yes, significant experience in the insurance sector or an insurtech startup providing advanced analytics solutions is required.

What educational qualifications are needed for this position?

An advanced degree in a field linked to business analytics, statistics, geo-statistics, operations research, geography, applied mathematics, computer science, engineering, or a related field is required.

What key skills are essential for this Lead Data Scientist role?

Key skills include deep technical expertise in data science, strong project management abilities, strategic and analytical skills, fluency in at least one coding language (preferably Python), and the ability to lead and persuade.

Will I need to interact with clients?

Yes, the role is client-facing, requiring you to manage engagements, client relationships, and provide thought leadership to teams.

What types of projects will I work on?

You will work on developing and delivering innovative analytics solutions and products in the insurance sector, focusing on leveraging advanced analytics to drive business impact.

What are the opportunities for professional growth in this position?

As a core member of BCG X, you will have the chance to shape the strategy of BCG X and BCG overall, drive business development, and deliver thought leadership.

What is the preferred coding language for this role?

Fluency in Python is mandatory, and proficiency in additional coding languages will be a plus.

Does BCG offer equal employment opportunities?

Yes, Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to various protected characteristics.

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