Director Risk Data Science

The Director of Risk Data Science is one of the risk roles in the Central Europe, Middle East and Africa (CEMEA) Data Science risk team. We are seeking an innovative and analytical thinker to champion our data-driven strategies within the region. As a Data Science Director, you will participate in building predictive and prescriptive models, and develop context-based prototypes and high-impact storyboards that promote data-driven strategies and solutions for Visa clients. The position will primarily focus on engagements in the area of credit, fraud and operational risks, deep risk analytics, risk scoring as well as forecasting solutions.

Principal Responsibilities

• Work entails heavy focus on developing and implementing best-in-class risk analytic solutions, inclusive of scoring and non-scoring models. Create and deliver powerful insights from data through better visualization and storyboarding

• Work with a broader team that consists of Business Managers, Consultants and Data Scientists from both Visa and client organisations to strategise, co-create, deploy and reap the benefits of data-driven solutions

• Work with regional and global Data Science teams to develop high-quality analytic products and solutions that promote Visas growth in the region

• Keep Visa at the forefront of technological advancement in Data Science by introducing cutting-edge tools and techniques for generating business insights

• Ability to quickly understand and process alternate/non-conventional data sources/platforms and develop AI based advanced prediction algorithms

• Develop next-generation analytic methods where existing tools and techniques are inadequate to address business challenges

• Review, direct, guide, and inspire the analytical work of junior members in the team. Manage the India risk DS team who will be reporting directly into

• Collaborate with internal Technology partners and Data Engineering function to best leverage Visas internal technology platforms, data, and the broader Visa ecosystem to support our clients technical data needs

• Manage workload for self and direct reports, providing prioritization guidance for project flow to improve process efficiency

• Develop, share, and build global best practices and knowledge management within the team

• Socialize innovative ideas and approaches that are scalable and have market demand

• Champion internal requirements around Model Risk Management, Visa Analytics Rules, and Global Privacy standards around client delivery to ensure that Visas highly regarded market standing is maintained

This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in office will be confirmed by your hiring manager.

Basic Qualifications
10 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor s Degree or at least 8 years of work experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters/ MBA/JD/MD) or at least 3 years of work experience with a PhD