Insurance Analytics Data Scientist - Remote Some Days

Mmi Holdings Ltd; Remote; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services group is seeking a Statistical Data Scientist in East London. This permanent role focuses on data collection and analysis, performance modelling, and ad-hoc projects in the short-term insurance sector. The ideal candidate should possess a degree in a relevant field, strong skills in statistical modelling, data analytics, and proficiency in software such as R and Python. A minimum of 2 years of experience and exceptional analytical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in data analysis or a related field.
• Exceptional analytical skills are necessary.
• Experience in the short-term insurance sector is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Focus on data collection and analysis for performance modelling.
• Conduct ad-hoc projects within the short-term insurance sector.

Skills

Statistical modelling

Data analytics

R

Python

Education

Degree in a relevant field

Job description

A leading financial services group based in Centurion, South Africa, is seeking a Statistical Data Scientist for a permanent position. The role focuses on data collection and analysis, including performance modelling and ad‑hoc projects within the short‑term insurance sector. Ideal candidates will have a degree in a relevant field, along with strong skills in statistical modelling, data analytics, and software like R and Python. A minimum of 2 years of experience is required, along with exceptional analytical skills.