Data Scientist I

Firstrand Group; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company seeks a Data Scientist I to deliver insights that support retail business growth through Unsecured Credit Products. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of data analytics, technical proficiency in SAS and SQL, and experience in customer analytics. You'll thrive in a collaborative environment that emphasizes professional development and health and wellbeing.

Benefits

Opportunities to network and collaborate

Flexible working environment

Focus on health and wellbeing

Coaches and mentors for professional development

Generous leave policy

Preferential employee banking rates

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualification: B Degree in related field is mandatory.
• Preferred Qualification: Honours Degree.
• 1-2 years experience in Data Analytics or Customer Analytics.

Responsibilities

• Deliver analytical insights to support the retail business.
• Provide sales analytics, insights, and reporting.
• Work with big data to transform data into analytical insights.

Skills

Data Analytics

Data Management

Technical Proficiency

SAS

SQL

Stakeholder Management

Emotional Intelligence

Education

B Degree in Mathematical Sciences, Statistics, Actuarial Science

Honours Degree

Job description

Description to build, optimize, and implement innovative quantitative analytical methodologies, procedures, and advanced mathematical models that provide analytical support and interpret insights to address business opportunities and problems, and implement business strategy under guidance against predicted results and set processes and procedures.

Hello, future Data Scientist I.

Role Purpose :

This role is within the FNB Personal - Customer Sales and Interactions team.

The purpose is to deliver analytical insights that support the retail business at large, with a focus on Unsecured Credit Products.

Core deliverables include sales analytics, insights, and reporting.

By delivering in this role, we empower strategic conversations and provide guidance for growth.

Are you someone who :

• Has a good understanding of Data Analytics in a large financial services organization.
• Understands both the technical aspects of Data Management and Analytics, as well as business drivers and needs.
• Knows how to work with big data and transform data for analytical insights.
• Has strong technical and coding proficiency (SAS & SQL).
• Is hardworking and can work well under pressure.
• Can translate business requirements into tangible, creative solutions with guidance.
• Is a team player who believes in the power of teams and networking.
• Is emotionally intelligent and able to connect with people to build trust.
• Has strong stakeholder management skills.

As a #Changeable, you will have access to :

• Opportunities to network and collaborate.
• Opportunities to innovate.
• A flexible working environment.
• Focus on health and wellbeing.
• Coaches and mentors for professional development.
• A generous leave policy.
• Preferential employee banking rates, including Vehicle and Home loans.

Qualification and Experience

• Minimum Qualification: B Degree in Mathematical Sciences, Statistics, Actuarial Science, or related field.
• Preferred Qualification: Honours Degree.
• Experience: 1-2 years in Data Analytics or Customer Analytics.
• Proficiency in SAS and SQL is required.

Note: Applications will not be accepted after 19/07/25. All appointments will align with FirstRand Group's Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. Candidates may disclose disability information voluntarily; it will be kept confidential unless legally required to disclose.