Quantitative Analyst
Nedbank Group Technology
Job Requisition Details
REQ#137728
Location: Sandton, Johannesburg
Closing Date: 19 February 2025
Talent Acquisition: Bongiwe Mchunu
Job Family Investment BankingCareer StreamQuantitative - Unsecure Portfolio
Leadership Pipeline Manage Self: ProfessionalFAIS Affected Job Purpose To contribute to the development and maintenance of best practice models and assessment strategies in line with regulations (where applicable) in order to facilitate world class risk management.Job Responsibilities Contribute to a culture conducive to the achievement of transformation goals by participating in Nedbank Culture building initiatives (e.g. staff surveys etc). Research and make recommendations for corporate citizenship initiatives in area of influence Participate and support corporate responsibility initiatives for the achievement of business strategy (e.g.. Green Strategy). Seek opportunities to improve business processes; models and systems by identifying and recommending effective ways to operate and adding value to Nedbank. Contribute to the development of differentiated; superior solutions (solution engineering) that meet stakeholder and business requirements through analysis. Ensure product and/or solution design is congruent with the required business specifications through meeting stakeholder requirements timeously. Contribute to the development of differentiated; superior solutions (solution engineering) that meet stakeholder and business requirements through analysis. Ensure product and/or solution design is congruent with the required business specifications through meeting stakeholder requirements timeously. Ensure business needs are met by engaging and assisting business through face to face interaction and attendance at forums and committees . Assist the business to address queries by extracting and analysing data.Perform ad hoc analysis and complete data requests through monitoring of data as per client specification. Ensure continuity and knowledge base through documenting and recording processes and models. Provide insights enabling growth through analytical research; systems and marketing insights by delivering analytical results and making recommendations to stakeholders. Ensure compliance to policy through data analysis and monitoring.Create efficiencies and streamline processes through analysis. Establish understanding of processes by bridging the gap between operational and analytical concepts through communication. Support the achievement of the business strategy; objectives and values by reviewing Nedbank and Business Unit Plan and ensuring delivered systems; process; services and solutions are aligned.Improve personal capability and stay abreast of developments in field of expertise by identifying training courses and career progression for self through input and feedback from managers. Ensure personal growth and enable effectiveness in performance of roles and responsibilities by ensuring all learning activities are completed; experience practiced and certifications obtained and/or maintained within specified time frames. Enable skilling and required corrective action to take place by sharing knowledge and industry trends with team and stakeholders during formal and informal interaction Obtain buy-in for developing new and/or enhanced processes (e.g. operational processes) that will improve the functioning of stakeholders' businesses by highlighting benefits in support of the implementation of recommendations.Technical Skills Required Experience with Hadoop, Spark, and other big data frameworks. Database, data modelling and data analytics: Knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases. Proficiency in data modeling and advanced data analytics. Proficiency in data modeling and advanced data analytics. Data Visualization: Skills in tools like Power BI. Financial Modeling & Business Analysis: Experience with financial modeling, and reporting. Skills in analyzing business processes and requirements. Machine Learning and Modeling: Expertise in machine learning techniques and predictive modeling. Ability to develop and implement algorithms for data analysis and machine learning. Data Governance: Understanding of data governance and data quality management. Creative Problem Solving: Ability to approach problems creatively and develop innovative solutions. Strong skills in identifying patterns and making connections in complex data sets. Capacity to think outside traditional frameworks and propose novel ideas. Experience with AGILE methodologies and practices Solution-Oriented Mindset: Focus on developing practical and effective solutions to business challenges. Ability to facilitate innovation and drive impactful results. Stakeholder Management: Effective management of stakeholder relationships. Essential Qualifications - NQF Level Advanced Diplomas/National 1st Degrees Matric / Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate Preferred Qualification 3-year qualification in Statistics/ Mathematics/ Engineering/ Data Science or similar Minimum Experience Level 2-3 years relevant experience in an Analytical environment Ability to think out of the box Solution mindset Thrives with collaboration and engaging with stakeholders Technical / Professional Knowledge Business Acumen Industry trends Microsoft Office Principles of project management Relevant regulatory knowledge Relevant software and systems knowledge Risk management process and frameworks Business writing skills Microsoft Excel Quantitative Skills Behavioural Competencies Adaptability Applied Learning Earning Trust Communication Stress Tolerance Driving for results Continuous Improvement Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills
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