Data Scientist

Hire Resolve; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 450 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company is looking for a Data Scientist in Johannesburg. This role involves data management, statistical modeling, and creating analytical solutions. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Actuarial Science, Statistics, or Mathematics, and at least 2 years of experience in a related role. Proficiency in R and Python is essential, with prior experience in short-term insurance as an advantage. Competitive compensation offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in statistical modeling or analytical based role.
• Experience with R and Python is essential.
• Short term insurance experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Data management, verification, and gathering.
• Using statistical modeling and data analysis.
• Create analytical solutions to fulfil corporate goals.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data science skills

Problem solving

Self-motivated

Education

Degree in Actuarial Science, Statistics, or Mathematics

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SQL

R

Python

Job description

Overview

A leading insurance company is looking for a Data Scientist to join their team in Johannesburg.

In this role, you would be a part of an analytical-driven team within the short-term insurance division which involves various technical aspects. This role is ideal for someone with strong analytical and data science skills, who is looking for an opportunity to explore and grow their skills in the insurance sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Data management, verification, and gathering.
• Using statistical modeling and data analysis.
• Get insights and suggest relevant actions.
• Create analytical solutions to fulfil corporate goals.
• Reports on any study, modeling, or generated solutions.

Key Requirements

• A quick learner.
• Energetic and strong sense of urgency.
• Self-disciplined and self-motivated.
• Problem solving skills.
• Integrity and honesty.
• Passionate about data.

Minimum Requirements

• Degree in Actuarial Science, Statistics or Mathematics (Other degrees or postgraduate qualifications with a statistical / modelling aspect and / or experience will be considered).
• Minimum of 2 Years experience in Statistical Modelling or Analytical Based Role.
• Minimum of 2 Years experience with Microsoft Excel, SQL.
• Experience with R and Python is essential.
• Short Term insurance experience is advantageous.

Please note that correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates for this position.

Please consider your application unsuccessful if you do not hear from us within 3 days.

Full Time

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