Job Description

Meezan Bank Limited is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Head of Data Science to lead its Data & Advanced Analytics function. This role is ideal for a visionary leader who can translate complex data into actionable insights, drive innovation, and support data-driven decision-making across the organization.

Eligibility Criteria

Qualification

Master’s or PhD in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Econometrics, Operations Research, or a related quantitative field
Professional certifications in Data Science or Machine Learning (e.g., IBM SPSS, IBM Data Science Professional Certificate) will be preferred
Knowledge or certification in Islamic Finance will be considered an added advantage

Experience

Minimum 10+ years of experience in data science, quantitative analytics, or advanced analytics
At least 3 years in a leadership or team management role

Key Skills

Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities
Ability to communicate complex insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Expertise in model risk management and explainable AI techniques
Strong understanding of banking operations, regulatory frameworks, and compliance
Excellent collaboration and leadership skills

Key Responsibilities

Define and execute the bank’s data science strategy and roadmap
Develop and manage use case pipelines aligned with business priorities
Establish and oversee model development lifecycle frameworks
Lead predictive modeling initiatives using advanced machine learning techniques
Ensure model validation, monitoring, and explainability
Apply optimization techniques to enhance business outcomes
Translate analytical findings into practical business solutions
Collaborate with data engineering, risk, and business teams
Ensure adherence to governance and regulatory requirements
Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing data science team

Department

Data & Advanced Analytics – Finance Division

Location

Head Office, Karachi