FirstRand Corporate Centre

Data Scientist

FirstRand Corporate Centre  •  Randburg, ZA (Onsite)  •  7 days ago
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Job Description

To plan, build, optimise and implement innovative quantitative analytical methodologies, procedures, products and advanced mathematical models that provide analytical support and interpret insights, to address business opportunities and problems and implement business strategy, with minimal guidance.

Hello, Future Data Scientist,

Join our trailblazing team that thrives on momentum, initiative, and deep technical mastery, the epicenter of operational data, analytics, and insights for FNB Short Term Insurance.

This pivotal role involves exploring a wide range of data sources and using advanced analytical techniques to find gaps, improve business processes, and discover efficiency opportunities. By analysing diverse data sources and uncovering valuable insights, your work will drive strategic discussions and support key initiatives across Short Term Insurance.

The successful candidate will be empowered to think creatively, take ownership of projects/initiatives, and present findings to leadership forums.

Team Culture and Values:

Innovation Creativity and innovation are at the heart of the team's approach. The team encourages exploring new ideas, experimenting with cutting-edge technologies, and continuously seeking better ways to solve problems and drive efficiency.

Collaboration The Team thrives on collaboration. Team members work closely together and with other functions, sharing knowledge and supporting each other to achieve common goals. Open communication and teamwork are highly valued.

Impact-Driven The team is focused on making a meaningful impact. Every project and analysis are aimed at driving positive changes and contributing to the overall success of the business.

You'll be an ideal candidate if you:

  • Never satisfied with the status quo.
  • Produce innovative ideas and solutions based on data. Stating assumptions and overcoming challenges.
  • Self-driven and able to own their projects.
  • Able to collaborate effectively with different stakeholders.
  • Have a growth mindset aimed at continuous learning and self-improvement.
  • Open-minded and enjoy problem solving.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Minimum Qualification: B Degree in Engineering, Mathematical Sciences, Statistics, Actuarial Science
  • Preferred Qualification: Honours Degree
  • A minimum of 3 - 5 years' relevant experience
  • Intermediate to advanced coding skills in SAS
  • Intermediate knowledge on advanced analytical techniques e.g., statistical methods, segmentation, optimization, experimental design
  • Leadership experience will be advantageous.

Apply now if you are interested in taking the next step. We look forward to engaging with you!

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties

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Important Closing Date Note

Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.

25/08/26

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.

FirstRand Corporate Centre

About FirstRand Corporate Centre

The FirstRand Corporate Centre houses many of the critical functions required by a large and complex financial services group. The Corporate Centre’s stakeholders are external, such as regulators, shareholders, global developmental institutions and government; and also internal, mainly the market-leading businesses that service the group’s customers. These critical functions cover risk, compliance, governance, internal audit, treasury, finance and tax amongst many others. They require deep specialist and technical skills and ultimately represent the custodianship of the FirstRand group’s licence to operate.

Employees of the Corporate Centre develop a very unique perspective of the group because nowhere else can you own or be part of a mandate that operates across the portfolio. This allows for both big picture thinking and operational learning. It is also a great place to drive collaboration and a place to have a significant impact.

The Corporate Centre has adopted a blended approach to working, with a focus on balancing remote working and connections with colleagues in the workplace. Face-to-face interactions remain important to its way of working as these connections protect the business’s social capital, which is key to ensuring that FirstRand’s unique culture stays alive and continues to thrive.

Industry
Finance & Insurance
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Sandton, ZA
Year Founded
Unknown
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