N Brown Group - Senior Data Scientist (9 month FTC)

Data Scientist is needed in Manchester, United Kingdom.

Client: N Brown Group

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Contract: Contractor, Full-time

Job Description

We’re looking for a Senior Data Scientist with experience delivering and managing data science models in a commercial setting to join us on a 9-month fixed term contract. Data is one of five strategic pillars at N Brown and plays a crucial role in key decisions across our organisation. Our centralised and highly visible team utilizes modern cloud technologies to build award-winning data science solutions, making a genuine and measurable difference recognized by our colleagues and in company reports.

As a Senior Data Scientist at N Brown, you will:

• Build and enhance Machine Learning models to drive competitive advantage.
• Enhance model governance for our data products.
• Draw on your experience to code review and support the work of your colleagues.
• Produce compelling data stories backed by powerful visualisations.
• Contribute to an open, progressive, and passionate data community.

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you will have:

• An excellent understanding of ML frameworks, algorithms, and statistical methods.
• An excellent understanding of Python and SQL.
• Experience using AWS in a commercial setting.
• Exposure to broader production ML lifecycle is an advantage.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and inspire others.

Additional Benefits

What’s in it for you?

• Hybrid working
• 24 days holiday (+ 8 bank holidays) with the option to buy an additional 10 days
• Annual bonus scheme
• Enhanced maternity and adoption leave
• Access to Apricity, a self-funding IVF benefit at a reduced rate
• Company pension with up to 8% N Brown contribution
• Mental Health support both internally and externally, including access to wellbeing champions and counselling services
• A range of financial wellbeing support
• Colleague discount across all N Brown brands
• Onsite café with subsidised rates and local restaurant discounts
• Life Assurance and Private Medical Insurance
• Paid volunteer time - all colleagues can take a full day paid to volunteer for a charity of their choice

Company Overview

At N Brown, we are committed to building a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive environment that values equality for all. We aim to champion inclusion to become the most loved and trusted fashion retailer. Our experienced team has over 160 years of trading history and we’re known for our core brands: JD Williams, Simply Be, and Jacamo. Sustainability is key to our mission, as we strive to have a minimal impact on the planet.

In May 2024, we were honored to be named one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, based on votes from our own colleagues.

Ways of Working

We offer hybrid working, which varies across the business depending on the role. Our Head Office is located in the Northern Quarter in Manchester City Centre, easily accessible by train, tram, or bus. Our standard working hours are 36.17 per week, with core hours between 10 am - 4 pm, allowing flexibility to find a work pattern that suits you.

Equal Opportunity Employer

N Brown is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Application Process

Upon receiving your application, we will send you an email to confirm receipt. Our team aims to respond as soon as possible with an update on your application status. Thank you for considering a role with us, and good luck!