Manager - Data Scientist

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Job Description

Job Title

Manager - Data Scientist

Grade

2C

Level

Manager

Job Function

Digital Transformation

Job Sub Function

Investments & Research

Reports to

Assistant Vice President - Data Science

Location

Mumbai

Business Area

M&G Global Services

Overall Job Purpose

We are looking for a highly skilled  Manager - Data Scientist  to play a pivotal role in advancing our AI and ML initiatives within the asset management space. This role will focus on hands-on development of innovative data science solutions that enhance investment strategies and client engagement.

As a key contributor within the Data Science team, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders across M&G Investments to translate business challenges into impactful analytical models. You will be responsible for designing and implementing advanced machine learning algorithms, contributing to the development of scalable AI products, and supporting the execution of our broader data science roadmap.

Key focus areas include leveraging large language models for investment research, developing sophisticated portfolio optimization algorithms, implementing advanced ESG analytics, and creating predictive models that enhance our investment decision-making capabilities across all asset classes.

Primary Key Responsibilities (Top 3-5 KRA)

• Develop and deploy advanced machine learning models  on Azure to extract actionable insights from large-scale, multi-structured datasets relevant to asset management.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders  to drive end-to-end model development—from data exploration and feature engineering to validation, scoring, and production deployment within Azure ML pipelines.
• Act as an individual contributor  while working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of data science solutions into investment workflows and decision-making processes.
• Continuously enhance model performance and scalability  by leveraging Azure-native tools and services, ensuring alignment with business goals in portfolio optimization, ESG analytics, and predictive modeling.
• Maintain high standards of documentation and reproducibility , contributing to a robust and transparent data science practice.

Additional Responsibilities :

Key Stakeholder Management

Internal

M&G Investments

External

NA

Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Educational Qualification

Knowledge & Skills (Must Have) :

Knowledge & Skills (Additional) :

Experience :

Educational Qualification :

M&G Behaviours relevant to all roles :

Inspire Others : support and encourage each other, creating an environment where everyone can contribute and succeed

Embrace Change : be open to change, willing to be challenged and able to adapt quickly and imaginatively to new ideas

Deliver Results : focus on performance, set high standards and deliver with energy and determination

Keep it simple : cut through complexity, keep the outcome in mind, keeping your approach simple and adapting your message to every audience

We have a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture at M&G Global Services, regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, nationality, disability or long term condition, we are looking to attract, promote and retain exceptional people. We also welcome those who take part in military service and those returning from career breaks.