Data Scientist I

Rmb; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Une banque reconnue mondialement recherche un analyste quantitatif pour construire, optimiser et appliquer des modèles mathématiques innovants. Le candidat idéal aura un diplôme pertinent et une expérience en assurance, tout en contribuant à améliorer l'expérience client et optimiser les performances commerciales.

Benefits

Opportunités de carrière enrichissantes

Engagement pour l'équité en matière d'emploi

Soutien à individus avec handicap

Qualifications

• Curieusement exigeant en Mathématiques/Statistiques ou domaine similaire.
• Expérience de 1-2 ans dans le domaine de l'assurance requise.
• Compréhension de la modélisation avec Prophet et SAS est un atout.

Responsibilities

• Construire et optimiser des modèles mathématiques et des algorithmes analytiques.
• Collaborer avec les parties prenantes pour définir les questions commerciales.
• Mettre en œuvre des modèles afin d'optimiser les coûts et améliorer l'efficacité.

Skills

Analytique quantitative

Modélisation

Optimisation

Education

Diplôme en Mathématiques

Diplôme en Statistiques

Diplôme en Science Actuarielle

Tools

SAS

PowerBI

Job description

Time left to apply : End Date : June 10, (5 days left to apply)

Job requisition id : R

Job Description

Build, optimize, and implement innovative quantitative analytical methodologies, procedures, and advanced mathematical models to provide analytical support, interpret insights, and address business opportunities and problems. Implement business strategies under guidance, aiming for predicted results and adherence to set processes and procedures.

Innovate to improve customer experience by continuously seeking better and more efficient ways of doing things. Be flexible and adaptable to changing circumstances. Deliberately seek diverse opinions, build on ideas, and avoid duplicating effort. Participate in the innovation process within the business and contribute toward new innovations aligned with objectives.

Execute work in accordance with organizational values and ethics, comply with governance and compliance standards, and escalate issues for investigation and resolution. Identify, analyze, and escalate risks as part of normal work activities. Adhere to model building policies, standards, frameworks, and governance processes. Implement and follow information privacy requirements, legislation, and policies.

Follow delivery plans to achieve outputs and deliverables in collaboration with business stakeholders. Assist in defining business questions and selecting appropriate analytics models. Translate business requirements into tangible models, understanding their business value. Develop and apply analytical algorithms and methods to build, test, and implement robust mathematical models and solutions to improve outcomes such as reducing risks and costs, increasing profitability, and optimizing efficiency.

Build models analyzing processes to recommend areas for optimization to achieve cost savings, revenue growth, or efficiency improvements. Document and audit relevant processes. Implement models to meet specific business needs, challenge current models for relevance and accuracy, and test their outputs. Enhance understanding of information management processes and the business value of projects and models.

Identify and escalate potential risks, establish relationships with relevant individuals and departments, and adhere to service level agreements. Interact positively within and outside own team. Contribute to a learning and growth culture by sharing information. Address customer needs to meet or exceed expectations, build stakeholder relationships, and seek feedback for performance improvement. Demonstrate teamwork and value as a team player.

Requirements

• Degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Actuarial Science, or similar
• Actuarial background
• 1-2 years' experience in the insurance environment
• Understanding of Prophet modeling
• Basic understanding of modeling in SAS, PowerBI, etc.

Note : Applications will not be accepted after June 10. Please submit your application before the deadline. All appointments will align with FirstRand Group's Employment Equity plan.

The bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. Candidates may voluntarily disclose their disability information, which will be kept confidential unless legally required.

About Us

FNB serves retail and commercial customers with banking, insurance, savings, investment products, and digital solutions. Recognized globally, FNB has won multiple awards, including the Strongest Banking Brand in the World. We offer opportunities for a rewarding career, especially if you want to make a meaningful impact in people's lives.