Senior Data Analyst

Fitch Group; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 40 000 - 80 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and innovative team as a Senior Data Analyst in a leading global financial services provider. This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies, including AI and cloud solutions, while analyzing critical time-series data. You will play a key role in migrating data methodologies, developing forecast models, and supervising junior analysts. With a strong commitment to innovation and excellence, this company fosters a culture of growth and impact, making it an ideal environment for professionals looking to advance their careers. Enjoy a hybrid work model, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

Hybrid work environment

Learning and mobility culture

Retirement programs

Tuition reimbursement

Health and wellbeing benefits

Family-friendly policies

Community engagement opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience with macroeconomic or time-series data is essential.
• Proficiency in Python for data manipulation and web-scraping.

Responsibilities

• Gather and analyze time-series data, developing expertise in sources.
• Collaborate with research analysts to ensure data accuracy.

Skills

Python

Excel

Macroeconomic data analysis

Time-series data analysis

Data manipulation

Education

Undergraduate degree in data science

Undergraduate degree in statistics

Undergraduate degree in economics

Job description

Job Title: Senior Data Analyst

Fitch Group is seeking a Senior Data Analyst based in Pretoria. As a leading global financial information services provider, Fitch delivers vital credit and risk insights, data, and tools to promote efficient financial markets. With over 100 years of experience and a presence in over 30 countries, Fitch values credibility, independence, and transparency. Our structure includes Fitch Ratings and Fitch Solutions, among others, with headquarters in London and New York. Owned by Hearst, Fitch is committed to innovation and excellence in technology and data.

Team and Culture

The Technology & Data Team at Fitch is dynamic and innovative, encompassing various offices such as the Chief Data Office and Emerging Technology. We invest in cutting-edge technologies like AI and cloud solutions and have been recognized as a top place to work in technology. We foster an environment of growth, innovation, and impact for professionals at all levels.

How You'll Make An Impact

• Gather, manipulate, and analyze time-series data, developing expertise in sources and methodologies.
• Assist in migrating data and methodologies to a new platform utilizing Python, APIs, and other technologies.
• Set up and review forecast models, seeking continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with research analysts to ensure data accuracy and develop new content sets and products.
• Supervise junior analysts and coordinate data projects.
• Maintain knowledge of economic data sources, availability, and methodologies.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in data science, statistics, economics, or related field.
• Experience with macroeconomic or time-series data.
• Proficiency in Python, including web-scraping, APIs, and data manipulation.
• Proficiency in Excel.
• Understanding of economic forecasting.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with time-series forecasting methodologies.
• Knowledge of data governance and workflow management.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Positive attitude and problem-solving enthusiasm.

Why Choose Fitch

• Hybrid work environment with 2-3 days in the office per week.
• Learning and mobility culture with training and mentorship.
• Retirement and tuition reimbursement programs.
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing benefits.
• Family-friendly policies and inclusive workplace.
• Community engagement and volunteer opportunities.

Fitch is committed to objectivity and integrity in securities markets. All employees must avoid conflicts of interest and declare holdings that may conflict with their responsibilities. Fitch is an Equal Opportunity Employer, evaluating applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or other protected statuses.