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Data Scientist

FirstRand Corporate Centre

Posted 5 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 II

Welcome to FNB, the home of the #changeables. We design for the shapeshifters and deliver products and services that make us incredibly proud of people that make it happen.

 

As part of our talent team at FNB Credit Card, you will be surrounded by unique talents, diverse minds, and an adaptable environment that lives up to the promise of staying curious. Now’s the time to imagine your potential in a team where experts come together and ignite effective change.

Are you someone who:

  • Has strong technical and coding skills, particularly in SAS
  • Thrives in high-pressure, fast-paced environments, maintaining a strong work ethic and focus to meet tight deadlines
  • Can translate business requirements into innovative, practical solutions
  • Tackle business problems with data modeling and data analysis, optimizing processes and recommending strategic enhancements
  • Can dive deep into large datasets to uncover insights, patterns, and opportunities that address real business challenges
  • Can Collaborate confidently with stakeholders, actively listening and engaging to ensure their needs and expectations are met
  • Can present insights in a clear, concise, and stakeholder-friendly format, making data accessible and actionable
  • Delivers high-quality, reliable outputs within set timelines—prioritizing accuracy, clarity, and impact
  • Thinks creatively and strategically, approaching problems with an open mind and a solution-focused mindset
  • Can provide guidance and assistance to junior team members.

 

 

You will be an ideal candidate if you have:

  • A relevant Degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Actuarial Science, or equivalent
  • A minimum of 3 years' Data Analytics experience
  • Deep domain knowledge with regards to financial services: Data analysis and visualisation
  • Experience in SAS, with PowerBI being a bonus
  • Experience in Data Modeling, Forecasting and Customer Segmentation

You will have access to:

  • Opportunities to network and collaborate
  • Challenging Working
  • Opportunities to innovate

 

We can be a match if you are:

  • Curious & courageous - you're driven by always wanting to know more and learn more and you're brave enough to
  • Obsessed with mastery - you know what it takes to become good at what you do and are constantly pushing yourself to do it

 

Are you interested to take the step? We look forward to engaging with you further. Apply now!

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Job Details

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

05/02/26

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.

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1 First Place, Cnr Simmonds & Pritchard Streets, Johannesburg, 2001, South Africa

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