Our client in the banking industry is looking for experienced Senior Decision Scientists.

The purpose of the role is delivering business solutions via a collaborative approach involving mathematical formulae, business tactics, technological applications, and behavioural sciences to help senior management make data driven decisions.

Qualifications (Minimum)

Honours Degree in Data Science, Mathematics or Engineering (Minimum)
Master’s Degree in Data Science, Mathematics or Engineering (Ideal or Preferred)

Experience

3+ years’ relevant experience in statistical analysis
Experience must include the following (within the Retail Credit Risk Management Environment):
- Extracting and Aggregating Data from Large Relational Databases
- Data Mining and Predictive Modelling

Knowledge

Analytics
Predictive Modelling and Machine Learning
Project management methodologies
IT implementation cycle
Technical understanding and knowledge (different operating systems / databases /programming languages)
General business acumen to identify the impact technical issues may have on design and delivery of solutions.
Retail or Banking credit environment / industry
Credit cycle
Best practices and tools in credit risk
Interpretation of user requirements and translation into business requirements specifications
Confidentiality and intellectual property implications and constraints
Interpretation of user requirements
Translation of business requirements into business requirement specifications

Skills

Communications Skills
Numerical Reasoning skills
Analytical Skills
Reporting Skills
Computer Literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook)
Attention to Detail
SAS Skills (SAS Viya)
SQL Skills
R skills
Python skills
Interpersonal & Relationship management Skills
Commercial Thinking Skills
Leadership Skills

Conditions of Employment

Clear criminal and credit record
A valid driver's licence is preferred

General:

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from us after 30 days you may consider your application unsuccessful
In keeping with our client’s employment equity requirements, only South African citizens will be considered.
Please include your current salary and salary expectations.

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