Data Scientist - Airline Operations Heathrow, England
Job description
This is a key time to be joining British Airways as we Build a Better BA. We take huge pride in our past – but we’re looking to the future as an airline that loves embracing the best of modern Britain. Our country’s creativity, diversity, style, wit and warmth are the same special qualities that make us who we are. If you’re made of the same qualities as us, you could soon be part of the next chapter of our story. Together as one team, we’re connecting Britain with the world and the world to Britain like no one else
Are you ready to take flight into the world of data-driven decision-making? British Airways, a leader in the aviation, is seeking a skilled and motivated Data Scientist to join our Operations team!
As a Data Scientist, you will play a pivotal role in developing data-driven models that drive strategic decision-making within the Operations directorate. Your mission will be to ensure the accuracy and efficiency of these models, facilitating the efficient choices that supply to the achievement of our business goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop quantitative and qualitative models to assess business implications, evaluate scenarios, and present insightful recommendations.
- Build new metrics, reports, dashboards, and models using historical data and predictive analytics to enrich decision-making information.
- Deepen your understanding of complex business processes, translating analytical results into actionable insights.
- Drive the initiation of new projects by identifying key issues, scoping analysis, and delivering valuable insights.
- Manage your project portfolio independently, adhering to project and time management best practices.
- Align your work with established frameworks, architectural principles, and peer review processes.
- Challenge and influence decision-makers through data-backed insights.
- Cultivate and sustain relationships with stakeholders, ensuring successful project delivery and outcomes.
- Create a culture of continuous improvement by sharing best practices and staying updated on data science advancements.
Skills and Capabilities:
- Strong communication skills, adept at communicating complex topics and influencing business decisions.
- Effective use of challenging and influencing techniques with stakeholders.
- Proven ability to independently manage and deliver projects with high quality and timeliness.
- Excellent partnership and feedback incorporation skills.
- Willingness to share knowledge and collaborate across the analyst community.
- Proficiency in diverse analytical tools and modeling techniques, including SQL, SAS, Python, or R.
- Ability to write well-structured SQL queries and prototype new metrics.
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly in Excel.
Qualifications and Experience:
- A numerate degree with a significant focus on data science, advanced analytics, or operational research, or equivalent experience.
- Prior experience applying analytical skills in data science or operational research.
- In-depth knowledge of a specific business area, coupled with a proven understanding of BA's business plan and industry landscape.
- Awareness of competitors and external factors influencing the aviation industry.
Embark on a journey with British Airways where your data-driven insights give to the smooth operation of one of the world's most iconic airlines. In a dynamic environment, you'll craft the future of aviation operations!
Our Corporate and Support roles come with big potential to make your mark on our business. The airline industry changes so fast that we’re constantly evolving and finding new ways to impress customers and get ahead of our competitors. If you’re an innovator and brave and bold thinker, you will be in your element at British Airways.
Your impact on British Airways will be rewarded with a competitive rewards package plus the opportunity to develop and progress your career in many directions.
Not only will you have the chance to further your career development within BA, you’ll have access to our competitive reward and benefits package. This includes core company paid benefits such as a Defined Contribution pension scheme, generous Life Assurance cover and a whole host of options to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. You can also sign up for a range of voluntary benefits such as Private Medical cover, Dental and Critical Illness cover, Technology Scheme, Cycle to Work and Electric Car Scheme. And of course, you’ll be able to enjoy the benefit of staff travel as soon as you join us.
At British Airways we all have a part to play in creating an inclusive place to work. Diverse representation among our people is really important to us and we recognise that all our colleagues are uniquely different and bring their own originality, creativity and identity to work.
Inclusion and diversity is a key driver of innovation and we’re committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they can be themselves. We’re looking for people from all backgrounds and cultures to join us and be a part of our journey to become a Better BA as we continue to connect Britain with the world and the world with Britain.
N.B. We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date in the event of an overwhelming response or a change in business priorities
