Head, Data Analytics & Ai

Standard Bank Group; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in South Africa seeks an analytics manager to develop and manage analytics strategies and lead a team in delivering high-quality analytics. The role requires a Master's and a Post Graduate Degree in Mathematical Sciences, along with 5-7 years' experience in data analysis, statistical tools including SAS, R, or Python, as well as proven success in advanced analytics. This is a full-time position without remote work options.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in data analysis and advance analytics.
• Proficient in statistical analysis using SAS, R, or Python.
• Proven success in leading analytics teams and business value creation.

Responsibilities

• Develop analytics strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Manage a team for high-quality analytics delivery.
• Oversee data processing operations according to model risk policies.

Skills

Data Visualization

Machine Learning

Statistical Analysis

SQL

Python

R

Tableau

Power BI

Adobe Analytics

Education

Masters Degree in Mathematical Sciences

Post Graduate Degree in Mathematical Sciences

Job description

Overview

To develop either Business Unit / Corporate Function analytics strategies and framework(s) aligned to Standard Bank Group data and business strategies.

To lead and manage a team across a variety of data processing capabilities and technologies in order to deliver high quality analytics that provide model and customer decision strategies.

To be responsible for the time cost and quality of projects delivered by the team according to the model risk policy and deployed into operational processes.

Qualifications

Type of Qualification : Masters Degree

Field of Study : Mathematical Sciences

Type of Qualification : Post Graduate Degree

Field of Study : Mathematical Sciences

Experience Required

Experience

5-7 years

Fluency in data analysis tools techniques and visualisations (for e.g. Advanced Excel Looker Tableau etc).

Proven experience in combining complex data signals and campaign results into actionable insights and recommendations.

Proficiency in performing statistical analysis in SAS / R / Python for purposes of guiding and overseeing Business Analytics work.

5-7 years

Proven track record for success in leading advanced analytics teams and building out best-in-class capabilities.

8-10 years

Proven track record for success in leading advanced analytics teams and building out best-in-class capabilities.

Experience creating business value from data analysis.

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies

Empowering Individuals

Establishing Rapport

Generating Ideas

Inviting Feedback

Making Decisions

Providing Insights

Resolving Conflict

Showing Composure

Technical Competencies

Machine Learning and Deep Learning

Data Visualization

Big Data Technologies

Natural Language Processing (NLP)

Cloud Computing

Data Engineering

AI Ethics and Fairness

Predictive Analytics

Real-time Data Processing

Automated Decision-Making

Customer Insights and Personalization

Operational Efficiency

Risk Management

Innovation and Research

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Full-time

Key Skills

Adobe Analytics,Data Analytics,SQL,Attribution Modeling,Power BI,R,Regression Analysis,Data Visualization,Tableau,Data Mining,SAS,Analytics

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