Lead Data Scientist - Financial Services Based in Nottingham (4 days onsite) Pay up to 75,000 Permanent, Full-Time Our client is a fast-growing financial services organisation looking for a Lead Data Scientist to drive innovation across the customer lifecycle. This is a hands-on, commercially focused role where you''ll develop predictive models, deploy autonomous decisioning frameworks, and deliver actionable insights across fraud, marketing, credit risk, and customer management. You''ll work closely with cross-functional teams and have the opportunity to shape the future of data science within a dynamic, forward-thinking environment. Key Responsibilities:Own the development and deployment of predictive models to improve customer outcomes.Lead autonomous decisioning initiatives, including model implementation and policy setting.Design and execute test-and-learn strategies to inform business decisions.Deliver insights through structured analysis and clear communication.Identify opportunities for innovation and process improvement using data. Key Skills and Experience:5+ years of experience delivering end-to-end data science solutions in a commercial setting.Proven ability to lead projects independently and drive results.Strong expertise in machine learning, predictive modelling, and AI.Proficient in Python, R, SQL; experience with Power BI or similar tools.Exposure to Gen AI tools or techniques is a strong plus.Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.Degree