Junior Data Scientist at FNB South Africa

Job Description

• To build, optimise and implement innovative quantitative analytical methodologies, procedures, and advanced mathematical models that provide analytical support and interpret insights, to address business opportunities and problems and implement business strategy, under guidance against predicted results and deliver according to set processes and procedures.

Are you someone who can: 

• Demonstrate a solid understanding of unsecured credit risk and related credit parameters
• Have strong technical and coding skills, particularly in SAS
• Thrive in high-pressure, fast-paced environments, maintaining a strong work ethic and focus to meet tight deadlines.
• Translate business requirements into innovative, practical solutions
• Tackle business problems with data modeling and data analysis, optimizing processes and recommending strategic enhancements.
• Dive deep into large datasets to uncover insights, patterns, and opportunities that address real business challenges.
• Collaborate confidently with stakeholders, actively listening and engaging to ensure their needs and expectations are met.
• Present insights in a clear, concise, and stakeholder-friendly format, making data accessible and actionable.
• Deliver high-quality, reliable outputs within set timelines—prioritizing accuracy, clarity, and impact.
• Think creatively and strategically, approaching problems with an open mind and a solution-focused mindset.

You will be an ideal candidate if you: 

• Have a relevant Degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Computer Science, Econometrics, Physics or Actuarial Science, Mathematics, or equivalent
• Have a minimum of 1-3 years' Data Analytics experience
• Have deep domain knowledge with regards to financial services: Data Science and analytics within Credit Risk.
• Have experience in SAS, SQL, PowerBI
• Have experience in Acquisition/Pricing or Scoring Management

End Date: November 26, 2025