We’re the feel-good fashion brand making style accessible and fun for over 55 years, on our website, mobile app and over 300 stores in the UK.

By living our values - we play to win, customer obsessed, we are one and it starts with me - we deliver That New Look Feeling for our customers and each other.

THE ROLE:

Lead the Data Science function to drive advanced analytical models and AI strategies across the organisation. Develop data-driven solutions to optimise business outcomes and promote a culture of data innovation.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:

• 40% staff discount plus friends & family discounts throughout the year
• Access to our reward platform for external discount and offers
• Profit related bonus scheme
• Option to join our Private Medical Scheme
• Virtual GP access for you and your children – it allows you to speak to a doctor at a time and date that suits you
• All employees are covered by our life assurance policy from day one
• Unlock extra leave with our buy more holiday scheme.
• Celebrate YOU! Enjoy an extra paid day off on your birthday each year
• Spread the cost of your commute with interest-free season ticket loans
• Do your bit for the environment and save money with our Cycle2Work scheme
• We're proud to partner with the Retail Trust and Fashion & Textile Children's Trust

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

Leadership: Mentor and guide a team of data scientists and analysts.

Advanced Analytics: Implement cutting-edge machine learning models and statistical algorithms to solve complex business problems.

Optimisation: Develop AI-driven solutions to optimise processes, reduce waste, and increase operational efficiency.

Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for data-driven improvements and initiatives.

Data Quality: Ensure the highest level of data integrity and reliability in all analytical processes.

Innovation: Stay updated on the latest trends and best practices in data science and AI, driving innovation within the team.

WHO YOU ARE:

• Expert knowledge of data science tools such as Python, R, and SQL (+5 years).
• Proven experience in leading complex AI and machine learning projects.
• Advanced knowledge of statistical models (e.g., random forests, neural networks, reinforcement learning).
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Timely delivery of high-impact data science projects.
• Adoption of advanced AI models across business functions.
• Improvements in business performance metrics due to AI-driven solutions.
• Team development and knowledge sharing.

Why New Look?

We care about you and the planet and believe fashion should be a force for positive change. We celebrate inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We’re proud of our inclusive culture and our talented team members who embrace our shared purpose, behaviours and values.

We prioritise development, offering training to support your progression, so you can be your absolute best and achieve your goals.

We pride ourselves on being a flexible employer; our colleagues work a range of patterns. If you have a specific pattern in mind, we're keen to discuss this with you in line with the output needed for the role.

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