Senior Specialist - ESG Data Analyst

Absa Group; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Sandton is seeking a Senior ESD Data Analyst to support the embedding of transformation and ESG initiatives. The role focuses on converting complex data into strategic insights, developing ESG solutions, and ensuring data integrity. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Physical, Mathematical, Computer, or Life Sciences and have strong analytical skills. This position offers the opportunity to contribute significantly to the bank's strategic objectives.

Qualifications

• Experienced in type ESD Data Analyst role in a corporate setting.
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on ESG initiatives.
• Ability to translate data into strategic insights.

Responsibilities

• Lead the conversion of complex data into high-impact insights.
• Design and implement ESG data solutions for sustainability reporting.
• Develop performance models aligning with Group strategy.
• Collaborate with business units for data-driven decision-making.
• Maintain high standards of data integrity and reporting quality.

Skills

Data analysis

Strategic insight

Data visualization

Performance monitoring

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical, Mathematical, Computer or Life Sciences

Job description

Empowering Africa’s tomorrow, together…one story at a time.

With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.

Job Summary

We are seeking a senior-level ESD Data Analyst to support the strategic embedding of transformation and ESG initiatives across the Group. This role is pivotal in translating data into strategic value, enabling informed decision-making, and driving sustainable impact.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Insight & Value Creation
  Lead the conversion of complex data into high-impact insights that inform business strategy, transformation priorities, and ESG outcomes.
• ESG Data Solution Rollout
  Spearhead the design and implementation of ESG data solutions that support regulatory alignment, sustainability reporting, and long-term value creation.
• Performance Monitoring & Strategic Alignment
  Develop and refine performance models and metrics that align with Group strategy and transformation goals. Ensure continuous monitoring and feedback loops to support agile decision-making.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Enablement
  Collaborate with business units and Group Strategy to embed data-driven thinking into transformation efforts. Act as a strategic partner to senior stakeholders, ensuring data supports both operational and reputational objectives.
• Quality Assurance & Governance
  Maintain high standards of data integrity and reporting quality. Provide oversight and assurance across all strategic data outputs.

Education

Bachelor`s Degrees and Advanced Diplomas: Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences (Required)

Absa Bank Limited is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile and add to the diversity of the Bank.

Absa Bank Limited reserves the right not to make an appointment to the post as advertised