Hello Future Data Scientist I,
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 Private Core Banking, 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:
Demonstrate a solid understanding of unsecured credit risk and related credit parameters
Have strong technical and coding skills, particularly in SAS
Thrive in high-pressure, fast-paced environments, maintaining a strong work ethic and focus to meet tight deadlines.
Translate business requirements into innovative, practical solutions
Tackle business problems with data modeling and data analysis, optimizing processes and recommending strategic enhancements.
Dive deep into large datasets to uncover insights, patterns, and opportunities that address real business challenges.
Collaborate confidently with stakeholders, actively listening and engaging to ensure their needs and expectations are met.
Present insights in a clear, concise, and stakeholder-friendly format, making data accessible and actionable.
Deliver high-quality, reliable outputs within set timelines—prioritizing accuracy, clarity, and impact.
Think creatively and strategically, approaching problems with an open mind and a solution-focused mindset.
You will be an ideal candidate if you:
Have a relevant Degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Computer Science, Econometrics, Physics or Actuarial Science, Mathematics, or equivalent
Have a minimum of 1-3 years' Data Analytics experience
Have deep domain knowledge with regards to financial services: Data Science and analytics within Credit Risk.
Have experience in SAS, SQL, PowerBI
Have experience in Acquisition/Pricing or Scoring Management
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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Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.
26/11/25All 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.