Quantitative Analyst Intern - Data, Risk & Modeling

Company : Nedbank; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nedbank’s Quants Graduate Programme aims to develop world-class quantitative analysts who contribute to model development, data analysis, and risk assessment. Participants engage in programme committees to enhance personal growth and programme value.

The role involves improving processes and systems through data analysis, assisting business units with data-driven solutions, and ensuring policy compliance. It offers exposure to cross-functional teams and transformation initiatives.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate Degree (NQF Level 7) required.
• Honours or Master’s Degree in Pure/Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics or Quantitative Risk Management preferred.
• Strong foundation in quantitative disciplines and data analysis required.

Responsibilities

• Improve processes, models, and systems through data analysis.
• Participate in training programme committees (eg marketing, recruitment).
• Assist business units through data-driven solutions.
• Document processes and ensure policy compliance.
• Communicate effectively between operational and analytical teams.
• Stay updated on trends and training opportunities.
• Participate in transformation and culture-building initiatives.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Data analysis

Model development

Communication

Education

Undergraduate Degree (NQF Level 7)

Honours or Master’s Degree in Pure/Applied Mathematics

Statistics

Econometrics

Quantitative Risk Management or related

Job description

Nedbank’s Quants Graduate Programme aims to develop world-class quantitative analysts who contribute to model development, data analysis, and risk assessment. Participants engage in programme committees to enhance personal growth and programme value.

The role involves improving processes and systems through data analysis, assisting business units with data-driven solutions, and ensuring policy compliance. It offers exposure to cross-functional teams and transformation initiatives.