Data Scientist

Data Scientist page is loaded## Data Scientistlocations: Pinelandsposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR-73850**Let's Write Africa's Story Together**Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.**Job Description**naAn exciting opportunity exists for a skilled data analysts and/or data scientist, within one of Old Mutual’s flagship products, Old Mutual Protect Life Insurance. The focus of the roles is on establishing and growing the analytical and reporting capability for the Protection business. · We are looking for an exceptional & dynamic individual responsible for producing high quality management information, insights and statistical analysis. Skilled data analysts and data scientists are invited to apply, regardless of the level of experience.**Data Scientist Job Profile**-Understanding and interpreting business requirements and translating them into analytical reporting solutions-Develop actuarial / statistical models to enable data driven decision making.-Identify appropriate models / algorithms to mine large datasets and develop rich insights into member behaviour.-Employ advanced data analytics and machine learning techniques to detect patterns in data to generate business insight-Identify key trends and interact with business to understand the impact of these trends and identify possible courses of action to mitigate / take advantage of the trends identified.-Produce regular and ad-hoc experience reports and data analysis.-Managing data sources that feed into product analytics.-Responsible for building strong working relationships with internal clients and occasionally presenting results to these clients/forums**Requirements**-A degree in Actuarial Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Applied Maths or another quantitative field.-SQL (database querying) and data wrangling experience.-Previous Life Insurance experience is beneficial although not a requirement.-Experience with data visualization software such as Tableau, Qlikview, Power BI or other will be highly advantageous.-Experience in applying machine learning algorithms in Python, R, SAS, or other statistical software would be advantageous-A solid understanding of relational databases and data flows between systems-Ability to create dashboards/ reports/ data visualization-Be self-managed and possess excellent time management skills-Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, the ability to transform data into a story that can be told to a layperson is desired.Experience or natural ability to present technical findings to an audience in a simplified way would be a massive distinguishing factor.Provide proactive and reactive support to management in the form of information, reports and presentations**Skills**Action Planning, Business Requirements Analysis, Computer Literacy, Data Compilation, Data Controls, Data Management, Executing Plans, IT Architecture, IT Network Security, Policies & Procedures**Competencies**Action Oriented### ### Collaborates### ### Cultivates Innovation### ### Customer Focus### ### Drives Results### ### Ensures Accountability### ### Manages Ambiguity### ### Manages Complexity**Education**Bachelors Degree (B)**Closing Date**25 November 2025 , 23:59***The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.******The Old Mutual Story***()(blob: Mutual is a premium African financial services organisation that offers a broad spectrum of financial solutions to retail and corporate customers across key market segments in 14 countries. The lines of business include Life and Savings, Property and Casualty, Asset Management and Banking and Lending. We are rooted in our purpose of Championing Mutually Positive Futures Every Day and believe that a great customer experience is anchored in a great employee experience.#J-18808-Ljbffr