Job Description

About The Role

Ready to transform how data powers pricing? RAC is on a bold journey of data transformation, and we need a Senior Data Scientist to help lead the way. This is your chance to make a real impact--developing advanced models, unlocking insights, and driving innovation across our insurance business.



As part of our Technical Pricing Team, you'll work at the heart of RAC's pricing evolution. You'll identify new data sources, deploy machine learning algorithms, and collaborate with commercial and product teams to deliver best-in-class practices. Plus, you'll mentor junior analysts and partner with external insurers to push innovation even further.



Why You'll Love It Here

Competitive salary + automatic enrolment in our Owning It Together share scheme Hybrid working - Bristol office twice a week 25 days holiday + bank holidays, flexible working options Tools & perks - free RAC Ultimate Complete Breakdown cover, car salary sacrifice scheme, pension up to 6.5%, life assurance, wellbeing support, and exclusive discounts



What You'll Do

Identify and evaluate new data sources to improve models and share insights with insurer partners Develop and deploy machine learning algorithms to solve business problems Collaborate with data management teams to improve data systems and reliability Deliver ad hoc analysis and insight to support the wider Pricing team Take ownership of key initiatives and support delivery of the RAC budget Ensure compliance with GDPR and internal governance



What You'll Bring

Strong technical data science and analytical expertise, ideally within insurance Proficiency in SQL, Python, and predictive modelling techniques (GLM, GAM, GBM etc.) Understanding of machine learning and its commercial application Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Numerical degree (2:1+) and A-level Maths (Grade A+) A proactive, innovative mindset



Join the RAC

We've been trusted by drivers for over 125 years--and we're still moving forward. With a 4.5-star Glassdoor rating, we're proud to be a place where ambition meets support. We welcome every background, champion every voice, and back your growth every step of the way.



Ready to drive data science excellence? Apply today and be part of our journey.