Data Scientist, Financial Services Consulting

Salary: $67,500 - 112,500 per year Requirements: We require a masters or PhD in statistics, applied mathematics, financial mathematics, engineering, operations research, or another highly quantitative discipline, with a strong academic track record. We require at least one year of analytical experience in Financial Services or a related industry. We value strong analytical, critical-thinking, and creative problem-solving abilities. We need versatile communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across multiple levels and with external partners in a fast-paced, collaborative setting. We require the ability to travel approximately 10% to 20% as business needs demand. We require advanced programming capability in a statistical language such as R or Python. We require experience with additional data and programming tools such as SQL, Hive, C/C++, or Java. Responsibilities: We partner with internal and external cross-functional teams to support new business initiatives and deliver long-term value-driven product ideas for US financial services customers. We lead analytic client engagements across descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive analysis throughout the consumer lending portfolio lifecycle. We develop and run programs for data extraction, segmentation, and statistical analysis on large-scale datasets using R, Python, and SQL. We present analytical insights and recommendations clearly and persuasively to internal and external audiences, including executives. We create project proposals, sales presentations, and marketing collateral that support adoption of integrated customer solutions. We identify opportunities for customers to test and adopt our analytic products and services. We mentor and train junior team members while managing initiatives with limited direct oversight. We help foster a high-performance culture and an environment that reflects our brand and commitment to excellence. Technologies: Hive Support Java Marketing Python SQL Business Intelligence More: We are collaborating with hackajob to connect with exceptional professionals for this role. Our Financial Services Consulting team at TransUnion is an industry-recognized, client-facing group known for entrepreneurial thinking, deep technical expertise, and strong analytical solutions in the financial services sector. This is a hybrid role, with work performed both virtually and in person at an assigned TransUnion office location for a minimum of two days each week. We offer a comprehensive benefits package from day one, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; protection benefits; family support; retirement and stock purchase plans; tuition reimbursement; flexible time off; paid holidays; commuter benefits; employee discounts; volunteer time off; and wellness resources. We are committed to an inclusive workplace, work/life flexibility, and a culture that supports professional growth. The internal job title is Sr Analyst, Data Science and Analytics, and the U.S. base salary range is $67,500 to $112,500 annually. last updated 38 week of 2026