Data Science Manager

Data Science Manager

Location: London, Speechmark + Hybrid Working
Salary: Excellent basic salary plus bonus and Vodafone benefits
Working Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week – Mon to Fri

Hybrid

At Vodafone UK we believe that through collaboration and connection we can achieve great things. Our hybrid working approach allows our people to work both in the office and at home, providing the flexibility and resources you need to succeed in your role. Our “Office in a Box” home working kit will provide you with everything you need, no matter where you are.

Who We Are

We're a global technology communications company that empowers people and businesses to stay connected and thrive in a digital world. With a focus on innovation, sustainability and earning customer loyalty, we leverage cutting-edge technology to offer products and services that enhance communication and improve lives.

At Vodafone UK, diversity isn't just a buzzword, it is core to who we are as a company. We're proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work and are committed to driving inclusion for all; creating a workplace that is fully representative of the communities and customers we serve.

Be a part of Vodafone UK Consumer team where creating and developing products, services and propositions is at the forefront. From the way we interact with our customers, to how we communicate in our campaigns and create data-driven propositions, this is where some of our best ideas are brought to life.

What you'll do

The Data Science Manager is a critical role for our UK Big Data & AI department that is responsible for maximising customer and market value from data through delivering scalable predictive ML & Gen AI assets that can deliver competitive advantage to the business. This would be achieved by establishing close partnerships with senior stakeholders across the VF business.

• Functionally line manages a direct and indirect team of Data Scientists.


• Partners with senior stakeholders to identify opportunities to build and deliver data driven modelling use cases that drive commercial or customer value.


• Defines & owns the roadmap for the big data team within their area of accountability across business stakeholders, such as Consumer, Networks, Technology, Digital & Operations.


• Manages and prioritises multiple backlogs with key stakeholders as part of cross-functional agile delivery teams (including Business, Technology and Big Data).


• Measures the benefits & impacts of new and existing Big Data & AI capabilities. Also establishing best practices & standards for machine learning & Generative AI.


• Builds a culture of innovation and delivers innovative use cases that deliver value.


• Keeps track of industry trends for data driven modelling use cases, particularly telco trends

Who you are

• Strong end to end experience in leading Data Science use cases. Proven demonstration of leading business value from machine learning models across multiple lines of business.


• Commercial mind-set and proven ability of visualising and communicating data models to non-technical stakeholders. Strong business acumen that allows translation of business needs to data driven product solutions.


• An excellent negotiator and a capable, clear communicator, verbally and in writing


• Strong analytical, problem-solving and project management skills.


• Experienced with leading cross-functional agile international teams of data scientists, engineers, and technology professionals, including performance management and career progression.


• Experience working in fast paced global, matrixed complex organisations.

What we offer

We believe that taking care of our employees is the key to their success. That is why we offer an excellent remuneration and bonus package with up to 28 days holiday entitlement, in addition to bank holidays and paid leave for charity projects.
We offer an extensive benefits package that can be tailored to suit you and your family, including employee discounts, retail vouchers, pension plan and share schemes. We take pride in our commitment to supporting you at every stage of your career by providing top of the range learning and development tools and market leading parental leave policies.

Together we can

Vodafone UK are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and all offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks, including criminal (DBS) and financial checks to meet the regulators standards.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, a sign language interpreter, or assistive technology, please refer to the Accessibility section of our Careers website (https://careers.vodafone.com/uk/applying-to-vodafone/) for guidance.

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