Head of Data Science - Confidential : Job Details

Head of Data Science

About the Company

Prestigious investment management firm

IndustryInvestment Management

TypePrivately Held

About the Role

The Company is in search of a Head of Data Science to lead the development of data analytics capabilities within the Global Equity Team. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering data analysis and reporting to the investment teams, designing data pipelines and infrastructure for advanced modeling, and overseeing the curation of data for model feeding. This role requires a hands-on approach to modeling and algorithm development, as well as the management of a team of external data scientists. The Head of Data Science will also be expected to stay abreast of advancements in the field and implement tailored solutions, while acting as a champion for data science and communicating insights effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.Applicants for the Head of Data Science position at the company should hold a degree in a quantitative field and have significant experience in applying data science within investment management. Proficiency in Python, SQL, ML, NLP, and data visualization is essential, as is a strong background in statistical analysis and basic statistical techniques. The role demands an entrepreneurial, self-starting individual with excellent communication skills, capable of simplifying complex concepts. The ideal candidate will be adept at managing a team, setting priorities, and fostering excellence, while also being willing to engage in hands-on work and not overly reliant on delegation.

Travel PercentLess than 10%

Functions

• Data Management/Analytics