Jobs at Nedbank

Job Purpose

• To design and maintain optimal data models/structures at both an enterprise and system / application level that meet the business and architectural objectives of the organisation. To create structures that enable data to be persisted in a structured way to enable the value of the data to be unlocked. To create appropriate data and class structures that enable the flow of data between providers and consumers

Job Responsibilities

• Design data models that meet the business requirements and align to the agreed architecture framework.
• Ensure data modelling deliverables are delivered according to project plan and budget to meet commitment to stakeholders.
• Ensure all data modelling activities and deliverables are aligned to the development methodology and to the data modelling principles and standards
• Apply the Nedbank approved tooling to create the data modelling deliverables.
• Adopt the Enterprise Data Model (which is based on the IFW) as a standard for data model designs to leverage best practice and fast track data modelling efforts.
• Translate business requirements into data requirements.
• Analyse and profile the source data to understand data quality issues , relationships, patterns and rules in the data.
• Structure data requirements into logical data constructs based on the Enterprise Data Model, including ERD models, dimensional models and UML class models to ensure optimal implementation.
• Compile Source to Target Mapping Specifications including the appropriate Transformation Rules
• Identifying definitive or authoritative source of data ; analysing source data; and identifying gaps to target structures
• Enable physical implementation of the data structure by generating the first cut physical data model from the logical data model.
• Facilitate dataflow understanding by collating dataflow diagrams outlining the flow of data across systems and interfaces.
• Reduce non value adding work by identifying opportunity for re-use of the Enterprise Data Model
• Maintain up to date knowledge of latest developments in the Data Modelling domain, including reading; continuous professional development courses; seminars and conferences.
• Contribute to the creation of a comprehensive governed framework by working with the data modelling CoE and contributing towards defining the data modelling standards.
• Advise stakeholders on application of data modelling practices through consultation.
• Perform peer review on work performed by other team members
• Identify opportunities to improve or enhance processes
• Provide Overall Data Management Guidance and alignment to Nedbank's Data Management framework and standards
• Seek opportunities to improve business processes, models and systems through agile thinking.
• Support the achievement of the business strategy, objectives and values
• Contribute to the Nedbank Data Culture building initiatives (e.g. staff surveys etc.).
• Participate and support corporate responsibility initiatives for the achievement of business strategy

Essential Qualifications

• Advanced Diplomas/National 1st Degrees/equivalent NQF level 6 qualification

Essential Certifications

• TOGAF, DAMA

Preferred Qualification

• Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Science: Information Systems / Computer Science

Minimum Experience Level

• 3 years IT related experience with 2 years+ in a Data Modelling role

Technical/Professional Knowledge  

• Data Analysis & Inference
• Data Modelling
• Data Warehouse Layers
• Using SQL in Database
• Data and business requirements Gathering
• Data Modelling Tools
• Data Integration
• Industry Model Understanding
• Agile Concepts
• DevOps Tooling and methodologies
• Presenting
• Problem solving and creativity
• Data and business requirements gathering
• Data Architecture Management
• Pattern recognition, conceptual and abstract thinking
• Banking Product Knowledge
• Data Governance
• Data Integration
• Language skills

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Job Purpose

To manage and oversee a team responsible for the development and maintenance of best practice models and assessment strategies in line with regulations (where applicable) in order to facilitate world class risk management. Provide input into strategic objectives and ensure delivery thereof.

Job Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of differentiated, superior solutions (solution engineering) that meet stakeholder and business requirements.
• Ensure product and/or solution design is congruent with the required business specifications.
• Enable the realisation of the financial business benefits accruing including minimisation of operational costs.
• Contribute to the development of differentiated, superior solutions (solution engineering) that meet stakeholder and business requirements.
• Ensure business needs are met through consistent engagement and assistance to business, Provide stakeholders with appropriate insights and enable business growth through delivering analytical results, recommendations, research, analytical methods, appropriate systems and market insights.
• Understand internal and/or external client needs and requirements.
• Ensure transformational target are met.
• Contribute to a culture of transformation by participating in Nedbank culture building initiatives, business strategy, and CSI.
• Stay abreast of developments in field of expertise, ensuring personal and professional growth.
• Understand and embrace the Nedbank vision and values, leading by example.
• Participate in the development and implement action plans to address issues raised in culture surveys to improve results.
• Create a client service culture.
• Achieve operational excellence.
• Encourage team to generate innovative ideas and share knowledge.
• Manage performance of staff by implementing performance agreements and ensuring a clear vision. Mentor and coach staff on identified performance gaps.
• Motivate staff to perform and contribute to the success of the business by creating environment of teamwork through engaging with staff (sharing information) and encouraging participation in decision making processes.
• Follow the recruitment process when recruiting talent.
• Maintain a high performing team and ensure an environment for optimal performance is created by identifying talent pool through career conversations, using the talent grid principles and developing talent retention programmes.
• Ensure self and staff understand and embrace the Nedbank vision and values by leading by example and re-enforcing values during meetings
• Manage the onboarding process of new employees. Produce results in line with business strategy and requirements.
• Ensure team has been allocated with a Balance Scorecard with clear measurements.
• Evaluate team performance in accordance to key indicators in Balance Scorecard Design Development Plans of the team guided by the Career Pathing framework.

Essential Qualifications - NQF Level

• Advanced Diplomas/National 1st Degrees

Preferred Qualification

• Post graduate degree in Statistics/Mathematics, CFA/ FRM/CQF

Minimum Experience Level

• 6 years relevant analytical experience in the financial industry including client value management and product pricing.

Behavioural Competencies

• Earning Trust
• Coaching
• Communication
• Decision Making
• Business Acumen
• Driving for Results
• Planning and Organizing
• Delegation and Empowerment

Technical / Professional Knowledge

• Change management
• Client service principles
• Communication Strategies
• Diversity management
• Operations planning
• Relevant regulatory knowledge
• Strategic planning
• Business writing skills
• Quantitative analytical techniques
• Problem solving skills

Type of Exposure

• Analysing situations or data that requires an in depth evaluation of multiple factors
• Developing ways to minimize risks
• Managing conflict situations
• Influencing stakeholders to obtain buy-in for concepts and ideas
• Sharing information in different ways to increase stakeholders understanding
• Working with a group to identify alternative solutions to a problem
• Interacting with diverse people
• Building and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Analysing and interpreting quantitative and qualitative data
• Managing multiple projects

Closing Date: 24 November 2020

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Job Purpose

We are looking for a Senior Business Manager to develop and manage products (e.g. transactional products, digital products) to ensure that the Nedbank has a competitive suite of products for profitability

Job Responsibilities

• Develop or enhance a new product by building a business case to get approval from the divisional Exco.
• Ensure that quality and turnaround standards for products, as well as operations budgets, are met.
• Ensure that the team's efficiency and productivity is improved month on month.
• Ensure team effectiveness by putting in place resource plans and allocating work to team members.
• Ensure quality of delivery by reviewing and executing work and taking corrective action where necessary. Improve team efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ensure that systems and processes are effective.
• Manage operational risks through mitigation measures.
• Ensure transformational target are met.
• Contribute to a culture of transformation by participating in Nedbank culture building initiatives, business strategy, and CSI.
• Stay abreast of developments in field of expertise, ensuring personal and professional growth.
• Understand and embrace the Nedbank vision and values, leading by example.
• Participate in the development and implement action plans to address issues raised in culture surveys.
• Create a client service culture, delivering worldclass service.
•  Encourage team to generate innovative ideas and share knowledge.
• Identify clients needs through conducting research.
• Meet all agreed client service and satisfaction objectives.
• Establish trusting working relationships with subordinates, manager, peers and other departments to deliver results through respect and regular feedback.
• Develop and maintain sound relationships with external stakeholders.
• Manage performance of staff by implementing performance agreements and ensuring a clear vision.
• Mentor and coach staff on identified performance gaps.

Essential Qualifications - NQF Level

• Matric / Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate
• Advanced Diplomas/National 1st Degrees

Preferred Qualification

• Bachelors degree in financial management

Minimum Experience Level

• 6 years experience in financial product and channel management within a financial services environment

Behavioural Competencies

• Customer Focus
• Decision Making
• Facilitating Change
• Innovation
• Business Acumen
• Planning and Organizing

Technical / Professional Knowledge

• Change management
• Communication Strategies
• Consumer behaviour
• Employee training/development
• Governance, Risk and Controls
• Organisational systems
• Principles of project management
• Relevant regulatory knowledge
• Staff resource planning
• Strategic planning
• Management information and reporting principles, tools and mechanisms

Type of Exposure

• Built a high performance culture
• Built and maintained stakeholder relationships
• Client and Relationship Results
• Delivered compliance risk management programmes and advice
• Designed Workforce Planning Solutions
• Developed and Implemented Communications Strategy
• Improved Processes and Culture
• Managed Internal Processes
• Managed Transformation & Innovation
• Managed Relationships
• Managed Self and Team
• Managed budget
• Supported Transformation, Change and continued Improvement

Closing Date: 24 November 2020