Fraud Solutions - Data Scientist - Risk Detect - Senior Associate

PwC South Africa; New York (NY); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

medical

dental

vision

401k

holiday pay

vacation

personal and family sick leave

and more

Job summary

PwC is seeking a Fraud Solutions - Data Scientist - Risk Detect Senior Associate in New York to leverage data analytics for strategic client insights. You will build innovative data solutions, drive decision-making, and lead cross-functional teams while managing stakeholder relationships and maintaining high standards.

Minimum a Bachelor's degree with at least 3 years of experience; proficiency in Python and data visualization is valued. Travel up to 60% is expected as part of client engagements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• At least 3 years of experience.
• Preference for fields of study including Accounting, Analytics/Data Science, Economics, Computer Science, Finance, Mathematics/Statistics.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing complex data sets to derive actionable insights and support strategic decision-making
• Developing and implementing innovative data solutions to optimize business performance
• Utilizing advanced analytics techniques to enhance competitive advantage for clients
• Building and maintaining meaningful client relationships to understand and anticipate their needs
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive continuous process improvement and data quality
• Designing and deploying data visualization tools and dashboards to facilitate informed decision-making
• Engaging in stakeholder management to align data initiatives with business objectives
• Applying analytical thinking and data science skills to solve complex business challenges
• Leveraging Python programming for data analysis and pipeline development
• Upholding professional and technical standards in all client engagements

Skills

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Python

Data visualization tools

Job description

The Opportunity

As a Fraud Solutions - Data Scientist - Risk Detect - Senior Associate, you will leverage data and analytics to provide strategic insights and drive informed decision-making for clients. You will develop and implement innovative solutions to optimize business performance and enhance competitive advantage within our Risk & Regulatory practice. As a Senior Associate, you will focus on building meaningful client connections and learning how to manage and inspire others. You will navigate increasingly complex situations, growing your personal brand and deepening your technical skills. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, delivering quality work while embracing increased ambiguity. In this role at PwC, you will utilize advanced analytics techniques to help clients optimize their operations and achieve their strategic goals. You will respond effectively to diverse perspectives, use a broad range of tools to generate new ideas, and apply critical thinking to break down complex concepts. By understanding the broader objectives of your projects, you will contribute to the overall strategy and develop a deeper understanding of the business context. This position offers the opportunity to uphold professional standards and reinforce the firm's code of conduct and independence requirements.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing complex data sets to derive actionable insights and support strategic decision-making
• Developing and implementing innovative data solutions to optimize business performance
• Utilizing advanced analytics techniques to enhance competitive advantage for clients
• Building and maintaining meaningful client relationships to understand and anticipate their needs
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive continuous process improvement and data quality
• Designing and deploying data visualization tools and dashboards to facilitate informed decision-making
• Engaging in stakeholder management to align data initiatives with business objectives
• Applying analytical thinking and data science skills to solve complex business challenges
• Leveraging Python programming for data analysis and pipeline development
• Upholding professional and technical standards in all client engagements

What You Must Have

• At least a Bachelor's degree
• At least 3 years of experience

What Sets You Apart

• Preference for at least one of the following fields of study: Accounting, Analytics/Data Science, Biology/Biomedical Sciences, Business Administration/Management, Computer Science/Information Systems, Economics, Engineering, Finance, Financial Mathematics/Quantitative Finance, Health Administration/Public Health, Mathematics/Statistics, Operations/Supply Chain, Project/Technology Management, Risk Management/Insurance, Science
• Utilizing Python for data analysis and interpretation
• Developing data visualization and reporting dashboards
• Embracing change and continuous process improvement
• Engaging stakeholders through effective communication and teamwork
• Analyzing industry trends to inform business strategies
• Navigating complex situations with intellectual curiosity and learning agility

Travel Requirements Up to 60%

The salary range for this position is: $77,000 - $202,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• 401k
• holiday pay
• vacation
• personal and family sick leave
• and more

To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance

As PwC is anequal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.

PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.

Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work

For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws.

At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.

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