Data Scientist

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Job Description To build, optimise and implement innovative quantitative analytical methodologies, procedures, and advanced mathematical models that provide analytical support and interpret insights, to address business opportunities and problems and implement business strategy, under guidance against predicted results and deliver according to set processes and procedures. Hello Future Data Scientist Welcome to FNB, where we believe help is at the heart of human greatness. Our vision is to be a great business helping to create a better world. As part of our team, 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 can: Build and implement innovative analytical solutions to solve complex business problems. Exposure to developing analytics outputs as reusable products (dashboards, reports, insight packs). Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights tailored for business and client decision-making. Create value from data through a strong understanding of key business drivers, customer behaviour, and emerging opportunities. Communicate complex findings in clear, compelling ways to non-technical stakeholders through reports and visualizations. Work in iterative environments, developing prototypes, and refining solutions based on feedback. Demonstrates a foundational understanding of data privacy, compliance, and responsible data usage principles. Stay abreast of emerging tools, techniques, and best practices in data science to innovate and continuously improve our analytics capabilities. You will be an ideal candidate if you: A bachelor's degree in one of the following (Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Econometrics, Physics or Actuarial Science). Experience in data analytics. Minimum of at least 2 - 3 years relevant experience in a similar environment. Intermediate skills in either SAS, SQL, Python or R. Intermediate skills in data visualization tools (PowerBI or Tableau). Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, often alongside other data professionals and business units. You will have access to: Opportunities to network and collaborate Challenging Working Environment Opportunities to innovate We can be a match if you are: Always doing the right thing - Fight for ethical conduct and transparency, both inside and outside Curious - Believe in insight, creativity, and its power to unlock value Deeply Invested - Take initiative and be a leader in your own right Valuing differences - Be inclusive, gracious, decent, and humble Building Trust not Territory - Crete a culture of sharing Courageous - We've built a culture of bravery by speaking our minds and encouraging others to do the same Are you interested to take the step? We look forward to engaging with you further. Apply now! All applications must be done via the Group's application portal. To access the portal click on the link below. Workday (myworkdayjobs.com) #Post #FNB #LI-AI2 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. 26/06/26 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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