Data Scientist (12 month contract)

About the Role We are seeking a highly analytical and commercially minded Data Scientist to work with our client, a leading issuer bank in Singapore. Data Analytics & Strategic Insights • Analyze large-scale Visa transaction datasets to identify opportunities for portfolio growth, revenue enhancement, customer engagement, and profitability improvement. • Develop actionable insights across the cardholder lifecycle including acquisition, activation, spend growth, retention, attrition prevention, and customer value management. • Perform deep-dive analysis on portfolio trends, customer behaviors, merchant spend patterns, and market opportunities, at market and group levels. • Translate complex analytics into clear business recommendations for senior management and executive stakeholders. Executive Reporting & Decision Support • Produce senior management dashboards, business reviews, and strategic performance reports. • Develop executive-ready presentations highlighting portfolio performance, emerging trends, growth opportunities, and risk indicators. • Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and performance measurement frameworks to support strategic planning and business reviews. • Deliver insights and recommendations that influence product strategy, customer acquisition, marketing investments, loyalty initiatives, and portfolio management decisions. Data Visualization & Automation • Automate recurring reporting and analytical processes to improve efficiency and scalability. • Create reusable analytical assets, reporting templates, and insight-generation frameworks. • Facilitate discussions with senior business leaders to understand business challenges and define analytics priorities. • Present findings and recommendations to senior executives and decision-makers. Qualifications Required • Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Economics, Engineering, or a related quantitative discipline. • 5+ years of experience in advanced analytics, data science, business intelligence, or consulting analytics. • Experience working with large-scale datasets and developing business insights. • Advanced proficiency in Python, SQL, and data analytics methodologies. • Strong statistical analysis and data visualization skills. • Experience developing executive-level presentations and reports. • Experience with machine learning, predictive modeling, and customer segmentation. • Experience working with the latest GenAI tools and platforms. • Cloud analytics platforms (preferred). By sending us your personal data and curriculum vitae (CV), you are deemed to consent to PERSOL Singapore Pte Ltd ("PERSOL") and its local and overseas subsidiaries and affiliates to collect, use and disclose your personal data to prospective employers/companies based in any country for purposes of evaluating suitability for employment, conducting reference checks, administering employment related services, complying with Government’s health advisories and such other purposes stated in our Privacy Policy. We may use artificial intelligence ("AI") and machine learning technologies to support our recruitment and placement services, including screening resumes, assessing qualifications and experience, and identifying skills and job matches. Where permitted by applicable law, we may also use such personal data to develop, train, test, improve and/or fine-tune AI and machine learning technologies that support our recruitment and business operations. For more information on how we collect, use, disclose and protect your personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy: https://www.persolsingapore.com/policies.If you wish to withdraw your consent, including consent relating to the use of your personal data for AI-enabled recruitment activities and AI development activities, please email us at sg.dataprotection@persolapac.com . PERSOL Singapore Pte Ltd • RCB No. 200007268E • EA License No. 01C4394 • EA Registration No. R1877971 (Derrick Tiew Yong Han)