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Santam Ltd has a vacancy within the Group Underwriting division for a Senior Data Scientist. The role reports to the Head: Data Analytics and will ideally be based in Belville, Cape Town. This role is also open to candidates willing to relocate to the Western Cape.

The candidate should possess expertise in statistical analysis, machine learning, and data modelling to drive business value.

1. Engage with stakeholders to understand business challenges and recommend analytics solutions.
2. Collaborate across the data value chain to ensure appropriate data sources and structures for analytics.
3. Research, develop, and implement statistical, mathematical, or machine learning models.
4. Stay updated with technological trends.
5. Communicate findings and ideas to decision-makers.
6. Maintain actuarial data assets for organizational use.
7. Develop and maintain data from the Analytical Base Table for predictive and diagnostic analytics.
8. Automate data assets to ensure timely delivery.
9. Apply advanced analytics techniques to solve business problems.
10. Contribute to enhancing Santam’s Data Science capabilities.
11. Assist users in utilizing the data science workbench.

1. Strong programming skills (SQL essential; Python and/or R highly desirable; Spark, Java).
2. Experience with data science tools like R, Hadoop, Scala, RapidMiner, Alteryx, SAS, SPSS.
3. Data integration experience.
4. Expertise in Machine Learning, AI, and Statistical algorithms.
5. Experience with Big Data platforms (highly desirable).
6. Knowledge of data management and integration models such as Ralph-Kimbal and Inmon Snow-flaking.
7. Business acumen with an enterprise and commercial mindset.
8. Strong foundation in statistical analysis.
9. Proficiency in programming languages (Python, R).
10. Data wrangling skills.
11. Ability to create effective data visualizations.
12. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and creative thinking skills.

1. Bachelor's Degree in Quantitative Management, Computer Science, Statistics, or related fields (Postgraduate preferred).
2. 7+ years of practical experience in an analytical environment.

1. Client focus.
2. Results-driven.
3. Flexibility and adaptability.
4. Data analysis and collection skills.
5. Proficiency in advanced analytics and new technologies.

Santam is a leading insurer in Southern Africa, expanding into emerging markets across Africa and Asia. We are committed to delivering "Insurance Good and Proper" and fostering a diverse, inclusive workforce aligned with our transformation goals.

We encourage qualified individuals to apply or pass this vacancy to suitable candidates.