Overview
Data Scientist Jobs in Durban, South Africa at Old Mutual
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Job Description
This role is individually accountable for turning data into actionable insights. The incumbent is relentlessly curious and uses advancedanalytical skills, tools and platforms to present data as information and create analytical solutions that are interactive and easy to understand.
Key Responsibilities
Data Analysis & Interpretation:
Analyze large and complex data sets to identify trends, patterns, and insights that drive business decisions.
Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and visualizations to effectively communicate findings to stakeholders.
Predictive Modeling:
Design, build, and validate predictive models to support the Next Best Action engine and goal recommender.
Continuously refine models based on feedback and new data to ensure accuracy and relevance.
Collaboration:
Work closely withcross-functional teams, including product owners, data engineers, and business stakeholders, to understand data needs and deliver actionable insights.
Provide mentorship and guidance to junior analysts within the team.
Innovation & Improvement:
Stayup-to-datewith the latest trends and technologies in data analytics and financial services.
Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation within the analytics workflow.
Customer-Centric Approach:
Leverage data to enhance customer experiences and engagement through personalized recommendations and insights.
Contribute to the development of our chatbot to ensure it provides valuable, data-driven financial advice to customers.
Minimum Requirements
Education:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field.
Experience:
5+ years of experience in data analysis, preferably within the financial services industry.
Proven experience in building and deploying predictive models.
Strong knowledge of data analytics tools and programming languages such as SQL, Python, R, and relevant data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
Skills:
Excellent analytical andproblem-solving skillswith a keen eye for detail.
Strongcommunicationskills, with the ability to present complex data insights to non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to work collaboratively in afast-paced,dynamic environment.
Experience with big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark) is a plus.
Personal Attributes:
Self-motivated, proactive, and eager tolearn and grow.
Customer-focusedwith a passion for improving financialwellnessthrough data-driven insights.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Skills
Competencies
Business Insight, Collaborates, CultivatesInnovation, Drives Results, Ensures Accountability, Manages Ambiguity, Manages Complexity, Optimizes Work Processes
Education
Bachelors Degree (B) (Required)
Closing Date
29 January 2025 , 23:59
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Title: Data Scientist
Company: Old Mutual
Location: Durban, South Africa
Category: IT/Tech
