Lead Decision Scientist - Credit Risk Analytics

Hire Resolve; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Commercial Bank in Stellenbosch is looking for a Decision Science Lead to oversee credit decision analysis. This role involves ensuring output alignment with credit science standards and supervising a team of experts in transforming business data into strategic insights. Candidates must have an honours degree in Mathematics or Data Science and at least 4 years of statistical analysis experience. Proficiency in programming and strong analytical skills are essential. Apply now to take the next step in your career.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years in statistical analysis.
• Experience with Extracting and Aggregating data within the retail Credit Risk Management Environment.
• Experience with Data Mining and Predictive Modelling.

Responsibilities

• Ensure outputs align with credit decision science standards.
• Supervise experts in analysis and strategic information.
• Conduct analysis for actionable strategic knowledge.

Skills

Communications Skills

Numerical Reasoning skills

Analytical Skills

Reporting Skills

Computer Literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook)

Attention to Detail

Programming skill (SAS, SQL, R, Python)

Commercial Thinking Skills

Interpersonal & Relationship management Skills

Leadership Skills

Knowledge in Analytics

Predictive Modelling and Machine Learning

Project management methodologies

General business acumen

Best practices and tools in credit risk

Retail credit environment

Confidentiality and intellectual property implications

Interpretation of user requirements

Education

Honours degree in Mathematics or Data Science

Master’s degree in Mathematics or Data Science

Job description

A leading Commercial Bank in Stellenbosch is looking for a Decision Science Lead to oversee credit decision analysis. This role involves ensuring output alignment with credit science standards and supervising a team of experts in transforming business data into strategic insights. Candidates must have an honours degree in Mathematics or Data Science and at least 4 years of statistical analysis experience. Proficiency in programming and strong analytical skills are essential. Apply now to take the next step in your career.