Quantitative Analyst

2 weeks ago


Cape Town, South Africa Independent Actuaries & Consultants Full time

**Quantitative Analyst**

We are seeking a highly skilled quantitative analyst with expertise in credit risk, specifically IFRS 9 and IFRS 13, as well as experience in R and Python. As a Quantitative Analyst, you will be responsible for developing and implementing quantitative models for assessing and managing credit risk in our organization.

**Remuneration**: (Market related, based on experience)

**Location**: Cape-Town or Johannesburg

**Qualification**:
Master’s degree or higher in Mathematics, Statistics, Economics or related fields.
- **Knowledge and skills**
- At least 3-5 years of experience in credit risk modelling and analysis.
- Strong programming skills in R and Python.
- Expertise in IFRS 9 and IFRS 13 standards.
- Knowledge of banking regulations related to credit risk management.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

**Responsibilities**:

- Develop and implement quantitative models for credit risk assessment and management in accordance with IFRS 9 and IFRS 13 standards.
- Collect, process, and analyse credit data from various sources.
- Conduct statistical analysis of credit data and identify trends and patterns.
- Build and maintain credit risk models using R and Python.
- Collaborate with risk management and credit teams to ensure the models are effective and meet regulatory requirements.
- Develop and document model assumptions, methodologies, and limitations.
- Communicate complex quantitative analyses and results to non-technical stakeholders.

**IAC Offers**:

- Competitive remuneration structure.
- A flexible work environment.
- Experience across various disciplines.
- Interaction with other technical teams.

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Cape Town, Western Cape: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- credit risk modelling and analysis.: 3 years (required)
- skills in R and Python. Expertise in IFRS 9 and IFRS 13: 2 years (required)

Application Deadline: 2023/03/27


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