Principal Data Science & Analytics Consulting

TransUnion's Job Applicant Privacy Notice Personal Information We Collect Your Privacy Choices Team Overview As a senior leader in Data Science & Analytics (DSA), the Principal operates as a senior individual contributor, serving as a strategic co-leader and chief-of-staff to the Financial Services Consulting Data Science organization. This role is responsible for driving strategy, operating model design, and execution across a portfolio of advanced analytics, AI, and platform-enabled consulting solutions. The Principal combines technical depth, business leadership, and organizational influence to shape service offerings, enable revenue growth, and ensure operational excellence across the organization and reporting to a VP of Data Science & Analytics. This is a hybrid position and involves regular performance of job responsibilities virtually as well as in-person at an assigned TU office location for a minimum of two days a week. Role Overview and Core Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Operating Model - Act as a co-leader and strategic advisor to DSA leadership. Drive multi-year strategy, including capability investment, portfolio prioritization, and operating model evolution. Own core business operations including revenue planning, capacity planning, resource allocation, and performance management. Analytics & AI Consulting Leadership - Guide design and delivery of machine learning, statistical, and AI-driven solutions. Establish best practices for consulting processes including AI-enabled and platform-enabled consulting, model development, validation, and production deployment. Ensure scalable, high-quality analytics outcomes. Product & Commercial Enablement - Partner with Solutions teams to define and commercialize new analytics products and platforms. Support client engagements, shape deals, and enable Sales through differentiated, data-driven narratives. Cross-Functional Leadership - Operate effectively across a matrixed environment spanning Data Science, Technology, Solutions, and Sales. Drive alignment and end-to-end integration across data, models, platforms, and delivery. Data & Platform Stewardship - Oversee development of high-value analytic data assets. Ensure strong governance across data quality, privacy, and regulatory compliance. Champion adoption of modern analytics tools and platforms. Thought Leadership & Innovation - Contribute to intellectual property development including patents and proprietary methodologies. Maintain awareness of industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive offerings. Deliver external-facing thought leadership. Talent & Organizational Impact - Mentor senior talent, support recruiting strategy, and influence organizational culture. Drive adoption of best practices and improve productivity through process innovation. Required Knowledge and Experiences 8+ years of experience in data science, analytics consulting, or related field in Financial Services or adjacent industries 5+ years in leadership roles with enterprise-level scope Demonstrated ability to influence strategy, operations, and commercial outcomes Deep expertise in machine learning, statistical modeling, and AI along with experience building and deploying production-grade model pipelines Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in a quantitative discipline We're also looking for the preferred skills below. Whether you are proficient or could use some brushing up, we're happy to support your career development and growth in: Experience scaling analytics consulting practices or data products Familiarity with credit bureau data and regulated environments Experience with cloud platforms and big data ecosystems Track record of contributing to intellectual property or publications Benefits that support every part of your life: At TransUnion, we design benefits to help you feel well, do well, and plan well—from day one. For Your Health : Enjoy day-one eligibility for medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus supplemental plan options. Spousal, domestic partner, and other eligible dependent coverage is available on select plans. Choose tax‑advantaged HSA and FSA accounts to make everyday care more affordable. For Your Protection : We’ve got your back with company‑paid basic life and AD&D, optional voluntary life and AD&D for you and your family, and short‑ and long‑term disability. You can also opt into a legal plan, pet insurance, and travel accident coverage. For Your Family : From adoption assistance and fertility planning coverage to caregiver support, we’re here for every chapter. Access Dependent Care FSA for possibility of an employer match, a complimentary Care@Work membership, and up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave with eligibility for a thoughtful, gradual return. For Your Future : Build toward what’s next with our 401(k) with employer match and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Tap financial wellness resources, career coaching, and optional long‑term care insurance to plan confidently. For You : Grow and recharge with tuition reimbursement, flexible time off for exempt employees or paid time off for nonexempt employees, up to 12 paid holidays per year, commuter benefits, employee discounts, charitable gift matching, and paid volunteer time off, plus corporate volunteer events that make it easy to give back. For Your Wellness : Access 24/7 support including professional therapy, coaching, and emotional well‑being programs alongside guided meditation and resources that support physical, mental, social, and financial wellness. We are committed to being a place where diversity is not only present, it is embraced. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic pr