Want to do the best work of your life? Playing your part in making a big difference to the environment and communities we serve. Our people make Severn Trent a truly exciting and inclusive place to work – a place where you can be yourself and let your skills shine.
Our purpose is taking care of life’s essentials, but we’re also big on making a difference, not just because we should, but because we care.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Data Science Specialist to join our business on a 12 month secondment to support and directly answer a range of questions with data solutions, with the aim of maximising and realising revenues whilst playing a significant part in providing best outcomes for its customers.
In this role you will be the heart of the Data Science and Insight function, reporting directly to the Data Science and Insight Manager. You’ll be operating in a complex world, building, accessing and interpreting significant sources and volume of internal and external data, to not only inform but drive direction of the Retail business towards its short- and long-term objectives.
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
You will provide insight and recommendations to the business that will contribute towards target setting and delivery of the business plan. The Data Science Specialist will be required to understand and predict customer behaviour, ensure the results are governed correctly, identify root causes and drive improvements. Complex data analysis will be a key part to the role to support investigations covering key customer journeys, identifying opportunities to reduce cost to serve and supporting a digital first agenda.
Part of this role you will work closely with the wider team, in particular the Data Delivery Specialists and Retail Plan & Forecasting Specialists, to acquire data which they will then turn into valuable insight using advanced analytical and visualisation tools.
What You’ll Bring To The Role
Of course, it’s important that we attract the right skill sets, and those with the right experience but we value character, positivity and a caring attitude in equal weight.
We want people who show up and roll their sleeves up. Restless spirits who are ready to be part of something bigger, who care, who really care... because when you really care, you’ll go above and beyond. When you really care you don’t just talk about it, you do more.
The right skills and experience are important. But if you have the right character, positivity and a caring attitude we want to talk to you, too.
We welcome people from all walks of life and celebrate individuality as we know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our communities. We want people who show up and get involved. Those who are ready to be part of something bigger and who want to make a difference because they care. Is that you?
What’s In It For You
Working here isn’t just a job. You can build a career at Severn Trent. We’ll reward you for it, too. We have a range of benefits that recognise great work, and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. And we’ll also help you play your part in looking after the environment and the communities where we live.
With That In Mind, Here Are Just Some Of Our Favourite Perks That You’ll Get Being Part Of The Severn Trent Family:
* 28 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)
* Annual bonus scheme (of up to £2,250 per annum based on company performance)
* Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
* Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate
* Dedicated training and development with our ‘Academy’
* Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
* Family friendly policies
* Two volunteering days per year
WHATS NEXT?
We can’t wait to hear from you.
Before you apply, you’ll need an updated copy of your CV and about five minutes to spare. If you’re not too sure about what you need to do, or have a question about the role before applying, please do reach out to our amazing team of recruiters at recruitment@severntrent.co.uk.
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