Graduate Data Scientist

RAC has an exciting opportunity for a highly numerate and inquisitive Graduate Data Scientist to join our Technical Pricing Team. This is a role at the heart of our insurance pricing ecosystem, where data science, statistical modelling and commercial insight come together to shape how we understand risk and deliver best-in-class pricing. 

You’ll work with RAC’s unique proprietary data, explore new data sources, and help develop advanced analytical features that support our technical pricing strategy. If you enjoy solving complex problems, experimenting with data, and building models that influence real world decisions, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact in a fast-moving, competitive market. 

You don’t need to be a data scientist yet, we’ll teach you. What matters is your mindset: analytical, curious, collaborative and eager to learn. 
 
Location: Bristol (Hybrid – 2 days per week in office) Contract: Permanent, Full Time 
 

🌟 What You’ll Be Doing 

• Develop new data science features and models that support RAC’s technical pricing strategy 

• Explore, assess and recommend data enrichment opportunities 

• Build insurer data assets using RAC’s unique proprietary datasets 

• Apply statistical and machine learning techniques to improve pricing capability 

• Work with Pricing, Commercial, Product and Finance teams to deliver shared objectives 

• Use tools such as SQL, Python, Databricks, Snowflake and Power BI to manipulate, analyse and visualise data 

• Support governance and ensure analytical work aligns with FCA and internal standards 

• Review available data and help prioritise future data consumption across the business 
   

You’ll be part of a team that values continuous improvement, technical excellence and innovation and you’ll learn from experienced data scientists and pricing specialists who will help you grow quickly. 

🧠 What You’ll Bring 

• A numerical degree (2:1 or above) 

• A-level Maths at grade A or above 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 

• Curiosity about how data science, modelling and risk pricing shape insurance products 

• Familiarity with SQL/SAS, Python or Databricks (or a willingness to learn fast) 

• Interest in data manipulation and visualisation tools such as Snowflake or Power BI 

• Ability to work with complex datasets and draw meaningful conclusions 

• Clear communication skills and the confidence to work with stakeholders 

• High personal standards and a drive to deliver commercially valuable analysis 
   

🤝 What Makes You a Great Fit 

You’ll thrive in this role if you: 

• Enjoy experimenting with data to uncover patterns, insights and opportunities 

• Are excited by the idea of applying statistical and machine learning techniques to real business problems 

• Want to learn how data science drives pricing decisions in a competitive, regulated market 

• Are collaborative, people-focused and able to build trust quickly 

• Stay calm and structured when working with large, complex datasets 

• Are ambitious, proactive and always looking to raise the bar 

• Live our RAC values: Handle it Together, Exceptional Service, Raise the Bar, Own It 
   

As a Graduate Data Scientist at RAC, you’ll get benefits that go the extra mile 

• Earnings That Motivate – enjoy a competitive salary plus conditional annual bonus. 

• Tools to Drive Your Future – get started with free RAC breakdown cover from day one. Access to a car salary sacrifice scheme (including electric vehicle options) after 12 months, delivering serious tax savings. 

• Time Off That Matters – enjoy 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays. We also support work life balance with paid family leave, flexible schedules, and practical resources to help navigate personal commitments. 

• Financial Security & Perks – pension scheme with up to 6.5% matched contributions alongside life assurance cover up to 4x salary (10x optional with flex benefits), designed to support you long term. 

• Wellbeing That Works for You – our 24/7 confidential support service is available to you and household members aged 16+, offering reassurance whenever you need it. 

• Extras That Make a Difference – access Orange Savings, our exclusive discount portal with deals across top retailers, holidays, tools, tech and more. After passing probation, you’ll automatically join our Colleague Share Scheme, giving you a stake in our collective success. 

We’re Orange Heroes 

At the RAC, we never stand still. With a legacy of over 125 years, it’s this restless drive for better that’s earned the trust of over 15 million members and it’s why we’re on a mission to be the UK’s number one motoring services provider. 

That commitment to excellence isn’t just felt by our members, it’s echoed by our people too. With a 4.5star rating on Glassdoor, our colleagues recognise the RAC as a place where ambition, support and authenticity come together. 

We’re all about progress powered by people. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome every background, champion every voice and back your growth every step of the way. At the RAC, individuality fuels innovation and you’re invited to bring your full self to it.