Data Analytics: Senior Consultant : Actuarial and Analytics Solutions (A&AS)

Deloitte Africa; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Consultant for their Data Analytics team. This role involves leveraging advanced analytical modeling, including machine learning and AI, to provide innovative solutions for clients. You will work collaboratively within a dynamic environment, using your expertise in data analysis, statistical modeling, and project management to drive impactful results. This position offers the chance to develop your skills while contributing to meaningful projects that enhance client performance across various industries. If you're passionate about data and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field with strong mathematical skills.
• Minimum of three years of relevant work experience in analytics.

Responsibilities

• Deliver analytics solutions by collaborating with project teams and clients.
• Conduct data analysis and prepare reports to derive insights.

Skills

Mathematical Ability

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics

Bachelor’s degree in Data Science

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Actuarial

Bachelor’s degree in Econometrics

Bachelor’s degree in Statistics

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

SAS

R

Python

SQL

Power BI

Tableau

Azure Data Factory

Job description

Data Analytics: Senior Consultant : Actuarial and Analytics Solutions (A&AS)

Pay Competitive

Employment type Full-Time

Job Description

Req#: REF4025C

Company Description

About Deloitte:

Deloitte is a leading global provider of audit and assurance, consulting, financial advisory, risk advisory, tax, and related services. Our global network of member firms and related entities in more than 150 countries and territories (collectively, the “Deloitte organization”) serves four out of five Fortune Global 500 companies. Learn how Deloitte’s people make an impact that matters at www.deloitte.com

About the Actuarial & Analytics Solutions (A&AS) team.

Deloitte A&AS is a multi-disciplinary team that consists of actuaries, mathematicians, data scientists, engineers, economists, statisticians, and other specialists who provide unique insights and expertise to our clients across numerous industries. Using our diverse skill sets we create value for our clients through the development of innovative solutions using advanced analytical modelling (ML & AI), robotic process automation as well as finance, customer, and marketing analytics. Our team leverages a wide range of technologies and platforms to best meet the specific needs of each of our clients. Our team is collaborative and engaging and always looking for driven and high-achieving individuals.

Our Advisory services go beyond merely meeting statutory requirements. We help our clients perform better and achieve their business objectives. We listen to their needs, think about the business implications and tailor our approach accordingly. In today's changing global economy, businesses need trusted advisors. Because Assurance professionals at Deloitte take the time to understand our clients' business as well as the industries in which they operate, we can help them identify major risks and opportunities over and above performance of the traditional financial reporting function.

What impact will you make?

Every day, your work will make an impact that matters, while you thrive in a dynamic culture of inclusion, collaboration and high performance. As the undisputed leader in professional services, Deloitte is where you’ll find unrivalled opportunities to succeed and realize your full potential.

Job Description

A mid to senior-level experienced Senior Consultant to assist the Analytics team in delivery of services to clients. Key accountabilities of the role include, but are not limited to the following:

Overall Role Responsibilities

• Using a combination of industry knowledge, tools, and technology to create solutions or solve problems based on client needs
• Playing a key role in the delivery of projects by acting as the liaison between a project manager, the project team, and the client
• Having the ability to multitask and work across various projects and tasks, both internal and external daily

Preliminary Analysis and Data Exploration

• Conduct analysis to understand client’s business, determine and prioritise client needs, conduct required business analysis and identify opportunities for business enhancement
• Carry out research, data collection and conduct appropriate analysis to derive valuable insights for client needs
• Preparation and exploration of client data including statistical analyses

Data Analytics and Modelling

• Build and implement models for a variety of purposes using a wide range of tools and applications
• Assist with analytical and data science modelling including Machine Learning (ML) and AI for specific client requirements
• Carry out analytical and statistical exercises such as customer segmentation analysis, business campaign investigations, activity-based costing, financial modelling etc.
• Assist with the development of BI reporting dashboards
• Automation of manual client processes

Management

• Support management in the sales process and delivery of projects
• Compile client reports, marketing documentation and presentations using Word and PowerPoint.
• Work, interact and communicate with clients
• Contribute to business development as well as suggest new service offerings
• Develop junior team members

Key Performance areas

Strategic Impact

• Under guidance, supports the delivery efforts of the engagement team in area of competency
• Conducts research for engagement / project as delegated and provides meaningful analysis / output
• Identifies possible opportunities for follow-on work and advises management
• Assists in preparation of client presentations / discussion documentation as directed

Client Impact: External / Internal

• Contributes to decisions by engagement team by providing fact based and pertinent recommendations from research / analysis / client interaction
• Communicates regularly with Engagement Manager and team members on status of allocated deliverables
• Develops productive working relationships with client staff
• Informs Engagement Manager of any possible emerging engagement change issues
• Responds with urgency and accountability to client and team requests

Operational Effectiveness

• Understands the context and impact of own role within engagement and conducts work accordingly
• Consistently reviews and analyses accuracy and quality of own deliverables prior to submission for review by senior
• Develops awareness of risk in area of engagement in alignment with Deloitte policies
• Maintains clear communication channels with engagement team members on work status effecting their outputs

Development/Growth of Team

• Cultivates ability to give effective development feedback both upward and to peer
• Maintains own development and knowledge in specialised area

Qualifications

Qualifications & Experience required

• Qualification Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mathematics, Data Science, Engineering, Actuarial, Econometrics, Statistics, Computer Sciences (with mathematics basis) or STEM related degree.
  • Strong mathematical ability is essential.
• Minimum Experience Requirements:
  • Three years relevant work experience.
• Functional work-related experience in the following:

Minimum Experience requirement:

Microsoft Office: (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Project Management

Advanced Coding: (A minimum of one of the following: SAS, R, Python, VBA, DAX, M, C#, Java, etc.)

Data Tools: (A minimum of one of the following: PowerPivot, PowerQuery, SQL, etc.)

Machine Learning and/or Artificial Intelligence and/or Analytical Modelling

Business Intelligence Platforms: (A minimum of one of the following: Power BI, Tableau, QlikView, etc)

Advantageous Requirements:

Consulting related experience

People Management

Data Manipulation and Management: (A minimum of one of the following: Visual Studio SSIS, Infomatica, Azure Data Factory, etc.)

Cloud Related Experience (Azure/AWS/GCP)

Data Integration and ELT: (Azure Data Factory/Databricks, AWS Data Exchange/Datasync/Migration Services/Glue, GCP Fusion/DataFlow/Dataproc/Cloud Storage, etc.)

Data Reporting: (Azure Synapse,AWS Quicksight/SageMaker, GCP BigQuery/Data Store, etc.)

Data Management: (Azure Data Lake, AWS Lake Formation/CloudTrail, GCPStack Driver/Data Catalog, etc.).

Data Modelling: (Azure ML/Kubernetes, AWS Redshift/SageMaker, GCP DataProc/AI/ML/Dataprep, etc.).

Additional Information

*Please note that this job advertisement provides a summary of the capabilities required and all candidates shortlisted will receive a full list of capabilities.

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