Data Science Leader

5 days ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Wesbank Full time
Company Overview
At Wesbank, we pride ourselves on being a home for the shapeshifters and delivering products and services that make us incredibly proud of people who make it happen. Our team is unique, diverse, and adaptable, making it an ideal environment for experts to come together and ignite effective change.

Job Description
As a Credit Risk Modeler, you will be responsible for developing advanced mathematical models to provide analytical support and interpret insights. You will work closely with collections operations teams to understand their challenges and integrate data solutions that drive efficiency. You will also collaborate with credit teams, collection advisors and managers, and finance teams as necessary to align strategies.

Required Skills and Qualifications
To succeed in this role, you will need to have a degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field. You should have 3+ years of experience in data science or quantitative analysis, preferably in the financial services or credit risk domain. Proficiency in SAS for statistical analysis and modeling is highly desirable.

Benefits
We offer a range of benefits, including opportunities to network and collaborate, challenging working conditions, and opportunities to innovate. If you are curious and courageous, obsessed with mastery, and always wanting to know more and learn more, we would love to hear from you.

Additional Information
All 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.

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