Graduate Quantitative Analyst at FNB South Africa

Job Description

• To retrieve and manipulate data in order to enable model building and quantitative solutions. To conduct analysis and reports within a specified framework, process and procedure, under guidance
• Hello Future Graduate Quantitative Analyst,
• 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 FirstRand Life, 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. 
• Our team is dedicated to the commercial aspects of employee benefits, including retirement funds, death and disability benefits. We specialize in pricing and developing models to ensure comprehensive and competitive offerings for our clients.

Are you someone who can: 

• Apply advanced analytical techniques to solve complex problems
• Utilize AI and predictive models to enhance decision-making processes
• Source and manage data efficiently
• Demonstrate proficiency in programming languages such as Python and SAS
• Quickly learn and adapt to new concepts and technologies
• Understand and apply pricing basics to benefit calculations
• Leverage actuarial knowledge, including exemptions in Financial Mathematics, Contingencies, and Actuarial Risk Management
• Thrive in a corporate environment with a strong professional mindset

You will be an ideal candidate if you: 

• Had a AI-focused thesis, exploring credit predictions and predictive analysis (beneficial)
• Have a proficiency in Python and SAS
• Are fast learning
• Have a corporate mindset
• Have pricing basics (beneficial)

Have completed the following Actuarial Exams Exemptions:

• Financial Mathematics
• Contingencies
• Actuarial Risk 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