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Chapter Lead - Data Science

Job No: 672307

Auckland

Permanent Full Time

IT

NZ-B6


Are you ready to Chase the Sun? A career with Suncorp gives you the chance to do that every day, while also helping New Zealanders to build futures and protect what matters.

There has never been a more important time to be part of the insurance industry, responding to changing customer needs, adapting to regulatory change and facing into social and environmental issues.

Be accountable for building a world class capability within our Data Science space, leading a team of expert Data Scientists and Data Business Analysts. You will help to improve domain and capability knowledge of your squad by utilising your domain knowledge and technical expertise within the realm of data science, machine learning and analytics.

As a Chapter Lead, you will be accountable and responsible for the leadership and development of your chapter members through coaching and training initiatives, ensuring they are continually building their mastery and autonomy and uplifting their capabilities.   

What you’ll do:

  • Define the standards, processes and best practices for your Data Science Chapter and contribute to the goals of the broader Practice.
  • Oversee efficient allocation of Chapter members to Tribes and Platforms in line with current and forecasted needs
  • Responsible for performance management including overseeing, providing feedback, and developing team members to help improve domain and capability knowledge and better serve the Squads in which they work
  • Maintain best-in-class data science expertise and resources in order to deliver the right knowledge and skills to Tribes and Platforms
  • Actively collaborate across the Practices and Chapter to support the achievement of objectives.
  • Leadership, development, and retention of Chapter members including career pathway development.

What you’ll bring:

  • A strong passion and ability to coach, lead and develop others
  • Exceptional technical subject matter experience across Analytics, Data Science, AI, or closely related discipline with demonstrated practical experience in this field
  • Significant experience working in or collaborating with data & analytics functions
  • Excellent knowledge/experience in the application of Agile
  • Ability to translate and communicate technical concepts to a non-technical audience
  • Proficient in data analytics tools and software

What we also offer

  • Competitive salary and discretionary annual bonus
  • Free life, salary continuance and trauma insurance cover
  • Discounts on Asteron Life and Vero insurance
  • Support and various programs for our people: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), $250 annually towards Health & Wellbeing, Study Support, Employee Referral Program ($1,000), Company share options, Years of Service Recognition, etc.
  • Flexible leave of up to four days per year in addition to annual leave
  • Ongoing learning and development opportunities
  • Flexible working environment and arrangements; genuine focus on work-life balance
  • Positive, inclusive team environment where we welcome individuality and celebrate diversity

About Us:

We’re proud to be a part of the Suncorp Group family alongside some of Australia and New Zealand’s most trusted names in insurance – working together to bring about faster, simpler and better outcomes for our customers and corporate partners. Our commitment to strong, supportive partnerships extends to our people as well, and the opportunities and support we provide to help you thrive in your career with us. And with a shared customer-obsession and the digital capabilities to make a genuine difference, you’ll see the meaningful impact you can make for our customers and communities, while watching your own career shine too.

Chasing the sun means pursuing your passions, fulfilling your potential and getting that much closer to the future that’s just beyond the horizon. If that’s a future you want to see, then your time in the sun starts here – with a Suncorp career. Apply now!

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