Data Scientist II - Pricing at FNB South Africa

Job Description

• To plan, build, optimise and implement innovative quantitative analytical methodologies, procedures, products and advanced mathematical models that provide analytical support and interpret insights, to address business opportunities and problems and implement business strategy, with minimal guidance.

Role Purpose

• To plan, build, optimize and implement innovative quantitative analytical methodologies, procedures, products and advanced mathematical models that provide analytical support and interpret insights, to address business opportunities and problems and implement business strategy, with minimal guidance.

Are you someone who:

• Is able to drive innovation and efficiency through advanced data analytics, model development, and strategic insights to support business decision-making and improve customer experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Model development and maintenance
• Build, test, and update statistical and analytical models
• Ensure model relevance through regular audits and updates
• Challenge and validate existing models for accuracy and business alignment
• Data analytics and insights, analyze customer and business data to identify monetization and optimization opportunities
• Translate technical data into actionable business insights
• Create reports and presentations for stakeholders
• Ensure adherence to privacy, governance, and compliance standards to identify and mitigate risk
• Implement policies and escalate privacy incidents appropriately
• Work cross - functionally to support data-driven decision-making
• Mentor junior analysts and contribute to analytical capability development
• Act as a subject matter expert in analytics
• Manage costs and resources efficiently
• Deliver on strategic and operational targets

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum Qualification: B Degree in Mathematical Sciences, Statistics, Actuarial Science
• Preferred Qualification: Honours Degree
• Experience: A minimum of 3 years' relevant experience
• Prior experience within Pricing analytics will be advantageous
• Intermediate to Advanced level of proficiency in SAS is required.
• Strong understanding of statistical, quantitative, or econometric techniques.
• Ability to translate business needs into analytical models.
• Experience with data sourcing, preparation, and model implementation.
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

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 take action.
• Obsessed with mastery – you know what it takes to become good at what you do and are constantly pushing yourself to achieve this.
• A team player – you believe in the power of teams, building and leveraging your networks.
• Emotionally intelligent – you are able to connect with people to build trust.

As a #Changeable you will have access to:

• Opportunities to network and collaborate.
• Opportunities to innovate.
• Flexible working environment
• Focus on health and wellbeing.
• Coaches and mentors to help with your professional development.
• A very generous leave policy to cater for your individual needs.
• Preferential employee banking rates that include Vehicle and Home loans

End Date: October 11, 2025