Chapter Lead Data Science

The Team

ING’s purpose is to empower people to stay a step ahead in life and in business. Our strategy is built around our purpose and making the difference for people and the planet. We are an industry recognized strong brand with positive recognition from customers in many countries, a strong financial position, omni-channel distribution strategy and international network. If you want to work at a place where we believe that you can make the difference by using machine learning to generate data driven products and solve the most pressing business challenges, please read on.

ING Analytics

ING Analytics is a unit responsible for realizing this vision for ING, differentiating ING as a leader in data-driven organization, within the banking sector and beyond. The team consists of a number of tribes around the bank’s key domains (such as Operations, Retail Banking, Wholesale banking, etc.), local country analytics teams, as well as strong support areas around data management, technology, customer journey, UX, and external partnerships.

We are incredibly excited about Analytics and the great potential for progress and innovation. We believe that analytics is a key differentiator in bringing superior customer experience.  We wish to improve our operational processes and create new and innovative data-driven products that go beyond traditional banking, such as the platform models.

Roles and responsibilities

As a Chapter Lead you have a dual role. You build a strong-identity team that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals, actively perform the people management of your chapter members and further develop and safeguard their knowledge and craftsmanship, in this instance for Advanced Analytics. On the other hand, you are spending the majority of your time working together with your team as a contributor on the delivery as well. As a Chapter Lead you have the complete overview and insight on the capabilities, expertise and experience of your chapter members and you will be responsible to decide on allocation of your chapter members capacity for the global backlog delivery demand coming from the Product Lead and Tribe Lead.

Role Profile

As Chapter Lead Data Science, you report to the Tribe Lead Retail Banking Analytics. Your responsibilities include:

• Together with the Tribe Lead and Product Lead develop a view on the future of the DS capability craftsmanship and drive continues development of your chapter members
• Working closely together with the other Chapter Leads to discuss and align on required capabilities and capacity across chapters for delivery
• Together with the Tribe Lead, Product Lead and other People Leads, decide on the allocation of capacity of your chapter members for the delivery of the global priorities
• Steer and develop your chapter members to meet both their career goals and the organisation’s goals, driving engagement and results via inspiring leadership.
• Contribute to the success of the projects you are assigned to by doing hands-on data scientist work.
• Hands-on and multiple retail DS project management in lending, personalization and pricing domains
• Act as an expert on the craftmanship development needs for Data Science
• Manage and report on the performance of a substantial, diverse team; set appropriate performance objectives for direct reports or project / account team members and hold them accountable for achieving these
• Work with your colleagues on the (global) backlog deliveries
• Attract and retain the best talents, leading interviews when needed for your chapter

How to succeed

• Education: Master’s degree in technical / business field (mathematics, engineering, computer science, econometrics or likewise)
• Experience:
  • Management experience in an Agile organization. Management experience in a matrix set up is a plus.
  • Strong analytic skills.
  • Experience as a data scientist in retail domain.
  • Experience/ knowledge of the business of the Tribe you work in.
• Competencies:
  • A proven track record in analytics, backlog management and resource planning
  • Ability to lead teams of experts working in a highly complex and dynamic environment promoting awareness in others
• Achieve optimum results by empowering teams
• Passionate about developing teams to achieve craftmanship and personal development.
  • A mindset that focusses on continuous improvement.
  • Excellent level of python and spark
  • Excellent level of English
  • Agile/Scrum experience

Rewards and Benefits:

We want to make sure that it’s possible for you to strike the right balance between your career and your private life. You can find out more about our employment conditions at https://www.ing.jobs/netherlands/Why-ING/benefits.htm

• A competitive salary tailored to your qualities and experience
• 24-27 vacation days depending on contract
• Pension scheme for a secure future
• 13th month salary for extra financial security
• Individual Savings Contribution (BIS) based on your gross annual salary
• 8% holiday payment to enjoy quality time off
• Hybrid working model for flexibility and collaboration
• Personal growth opportunities with limitless possibilities
• An informal working environment surrounded by innovative colleagues

About Us

With over 60,000 employees worldwide, ING provides abundant opportunities for those who want to make a difference in people’s lives and businesses. Join us at the forefront of what’s possible, where integrity and customer interests are paramount. Experience a progressive, inspiring, diverse, and supportive work environment. Invest your talents with us. Apply today!

Questions?

Contact the recruiter attached to the advertisement for more information. Ready to apply? Click the “Apply” button to upload your CV and motivation letter. Please note that multiple interview steps involving various business stakeholders will be part of the selection process.