Data Scientist I

Firstrand Namibia Limited; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Firstrand Namibia Limited as a Data Analyst within the FNB Private Banking and Advisory team. You'll leverage analytical skills to provide insights that support retail banking. This role involves customer engagement and data modeling, contributing to innovative solutions while enjoying a flexible working environment and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Networking and collaboration opportunities

Innovation opportunities

Flexible working environment

Focus on health and wellbeing

Access to coaches and mentors for professional development

Generous leave policy

Preferential banking rates for employees

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification is a B Degree in a relevant field.
• 1-2 years experience in Data Analytics or Customer Analytics.
• Proficiency in SQL required; SAS is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver analytical insights supporting Retail Business.
• Work with big data for modelling and insights.
• Transform business requirements into solutions.

Skills

Data Analytics

Data Management

Proficiency in SAS

Proficiency in SQL

Python

R

Education

B Degree in Mathematical Sciences, Statistics, Actuarial Science

Honours Degree

Job description

Time left to apply : End Date : June 13, (5 days left to apply)

Job requisition id : R

Job Description: To build, optimise, and implement innovative quantitative analytical methodologies, procedures, and advanced mathematical models that provide analytical support and interpret insights, addressing business opportunities and problems, and implementing business strategy under guidance, against predicted results, and delivering according to set processes and procedures.

Job Summary

Welcome to FNB, the home of the #Changeables.

We design for shapeshifters and deliver products and services that make us proud of our people.

We aim to create a world-class lending and credit risk capability, establishing the gold standard through thought leadership and execution.

As part of our credit community, you will apply your skills to a diverse lending market, adapting and thriving.

We strive to develop better ways to partner with customers through lending, uplifting society in doing so.

This role is within the FNB Private Banking and Advisory team.

The purpose is to deliver analytical insights supporting the retail business, with a focus on Private Banking and Advisory.

Core deliverables include Customer Engagements, Customer Segmentation, and Data Feature Engineering, achieved through robust data modelling, analysis, and statistical modelling.

Key Responsibilities

• Understanding Data Analytics in a large financial services organisation.
• Understanding technical points of Data Management and Analytics, as well as business drivers and needs.
• Working with big data and transforming data for modelling and insights.
• Proficiency in SAS & SQL.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Translating business requirements into tangible solutions with guidance.
• Being a team player and leveraging networks.
• Building trust through emotional intelligence.

Benefits of being a #Changeable

• Networking and collaboration opportunities.
• Innovation opportunities.
• Flexible working environment.
• Focus on health and wellbeing.
• Access to coaches and mentors for professional development.
• Generous leave policy.
• Preferential banking rates for employees.

Qualifications 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.
• Experience in model development and maintenance is advantageous.
• Proficiency in SQL required.
• Proficiency in SAS advantageous.
• Skills in Python or R beneficial.

Application Deadline

Applications close on June 13. Please submit your application before this date.

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group's Employment Equity plan.

The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities.

Candidates may disclose disability information voluntarily. This information will be kept confidential unless required by law.