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Lead Data Science projects with real business impact
Help shape the future of AI in Claims and Insurance
Hybrid & flexible working | Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Toowoomba
We're looking for a Data Science Lead to drive high-impact initiatives across Home and Motor Claims within our Consumer Insurance division. Using data, AI and ML, you'll enhance claims performance, optimise cost management, and help shape the future of how we manage claims at Suncorp.
This is a critical delivery-focused role directly supporting the Claims, Value & Transformation (CVT) program, ensuring Suncorp is leveraging its AI capabilities to improve claims cost visibility and control.
What you'll do
Lead and deliver key Data Science projects across Home & Motor Claims
Lead a team of analytics partners and guiding them through AI / ML initiatives
Design and implement scalable predictive models and advanced analytics solutions
Collaborate with stakeholders to translate insights into operational outcomes
Partner with Tech & Ops teams to enhance our data infrastructure
Identify and lead high-impact AI / ML opportunities ("Value Hunts")
Ensure compliance, ethical use, and governance of all data science outputs
Communicate insights clearly to technical and non-technical audiences
What you'll bring
Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field (Statistics, Actuarial, Data Science, Mathematics, Computer Science)
5+ years' experience in Data Science or related advanced analytics roles
Proven experience solving commercial problems using machine learning and AI
Strong capability in Python, Databricks and DBT
Experience working with unstructured data, LLMs, or NLP frameworks highly regarded
Commercial focus and a growth mindset
Outstanding communication and stakeholder engagement skills
What we can offer
A range of flexible working and leave options, including 20 weeks paid parental leave, 4 weeks paid secondary carer parental leave and unlimited paid emergency response leave
Discounts and offers on a range of retail favourite stores as well as insurance products
Give back to our communities with payroll giving, donation matching and paid volunteer leave
Invest in your brighter future with ongoing study support and career development programs; and
Prioritise your work / life balance with our robust employee assistance program and dedicated employee council
At Suncorp we believe we are our best when our workforce is as diverse, talented and passionate as the communities in which we live and operate, and where our people feel included, valued and connected. We are passionate about inspiring our people by creating a diverse, accessible, and inclusive culture, offering flexible work, career development and internal mobility, and building connected relationships amongst our team members and with our customers.
If you require any support and adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process or in the workplace, we encourage you to contact for a confidential conversation.
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