Lead Data Scientist

Relx

Full-time - Senior

10,001+ employees

Management of Companies and Enterprises

About the position

The Lead Data Scientist at LexisNexis Legal & Professional is responsible for leading a team of junior data scientists, guiding their development, and executing complex data analysis projects. This role involves defining project scopes, implementing machine learning algorithms, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to leverage data for business solutions. The position emphasizes the importance of communication, problem-solving, and the development of best practices within the team.

Responsibilities

• Leading and conducting advanced data analysis to drive business insights and decision-making.
• Developing and implementing machine learning algorithms to solve complex business problems.
• Building and maintaining scalable data pipelines and infrastructure for optimal data extraction, transformation, and loading.
• Conducting in-depth analysis and interpretation of results to provide actionable recommendations to stakeholders.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for leveraging company data to drive business solutions.

Requirements

• Have a master's or doctorate in a quantitative field such as Computer Science, Statistics, or Mathematics.
• Have excellent communication skills and the ability to convey information clearly to a wide audience.
• Be a natural problem solver and able to take a lead in collaborating to resolve issues.
• Have experience in leading complex projects and customer relationships.
• Have substantial experience in a Data Scientist role.
• Be adept at working in a dynamic, collaborative environment with a proficient problem-solving mindset.
• Be proficient in programming languages such as Python, R, or Java.

Benefits

• Comprehensive, multi-carrier program for medical, dental and vision benefits.
• 401(k) with match and an Employee Share Purchase Plan.
• Wellness platform with incentives, Headspace app subscription, Employee Assistance and Time-off Programs.
• Short-and-Long Term Disability, Life and Accidental Death Insurance, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity.
• Family Benefits, including bonding and family care leaves, adoption and surrogacy benefits.
• Health Savings, Health Care, Dependent Care and Commuter Spending Accounts.
• Up to two days of paid leave each to participate in Employee Resource Groups and to volunteer with your charity of choice.