Sydney (preferred) OR Melbourne OR Brisbane
12-month Fixed Term Contract
* Work on advanced pricing and risk modelling projects.
* High visibility with senior stakeholders across the business.
* Hybrid working.
Job Description
Advance your data science career by building innovative models that shape pricing strategy and deliver meaningful impact across customer products, with strong growth opportunities.
As a Senior Data Science Analyst, you will contribute to advanced pricing and risk modelling initiatives that sit at the core of consumer insurance products. Working within a highly regarded analytics team, you will develop machine learning models and deliver insights that influence key business decisions. You will join a supportive team with strong stakeholder recognition and investment in development. This is an opportunity to build your capability with an organisation at the cutting edge of innovation within the Insurance industry.
What You'll Do
* Develop and refine predictive models that improve pricing accuracy and risk selection across consumer insurance products.
* Collaborate with stakeholders across Portfolio, Finance and Claims to ensure modelling outcomes align with business priorities.
* Analyse complex datasets to uncover insights and recommend enhancements to modelling performance and efficiency.
* Monitor and validate models, identifying opportunities to improve accuracy and adapt to changing data trends.
* Contribute to the adoption of new techniques, including machine learning, to continuously improve modelling capability.
What You'll Bring
* Degree or equivalent experience in a quantitative discipline such as Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science or Actuarial studies.
* At least 2 years' experience in data science or advanced analytics, with strong experience in building models.
* Demonstrated experience applying machine learning techniques such as random forests, gradient boosting or neural networks.
* Proficiency in coding languages such as R or Python to deliver modelling and automation solutions.
* Solid understanding of statistical modelling techniques including generalised linear models and relevant distributions.
* Exposure to insurance or pricing analytics is valued but not essential.
What You'll Enjoy
Access our award-winning Shine platform – your central hub for exclusive perks, wellbeing support, career development, and recognition.
* Hybrid working, flexible leave, 20 weeks paid parental leave
* Free wellbeing coaching, a dedicated Employee Council, and confidential EAP access
* Discounts at 400+ retailers, insurance savings, gym memberships, and reduced super fees
* Paid volunteer leave, donation matching, and unlimited emergency response leave
* Diversity is celebrated through employee resource groups and inclusive policies for all families
Explore our full benefits: www.suncorpgroup.com.au/careers/benefits
If you require any support and adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process or in the workplace, we encourage you to contact melissa.turkington@suncorp.com.au for a confidential conversation.
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