New Jobs at FirstRand Corporate Centre

Job Description
Hello future Data Analyst!

• FirstRand believes that its people are its single most important resource and will not operate in a sector unless it has people who are right for that market and who share FirstRand’s business values. We recruit self-starters who have a passion for what they do. We empower them, hold them accountable and reward them appropriately. We value diversity in our people, particularly for the way that this contributes to innovative thinking. If you think you will flourish in our environment, and you believe you have the necessary skills and competencies for the position advertised, then we are looking for you!

Role Purpose: 

• To develop and lead a team that understands the various data sources, how the data flows through the organization and provide expertise, thought leadership, guidance and support through translating business needs into long-term innovative architecture solutions by analyzing data, conducting root cause analysis, engaging with relevant stakeholders across the business and recommending improvements to data pipelines, data quality, metadata, master and reference data, data access management.
• Understand data sources and map to target systems/ solutions.
• Provide transformation rules to Data Engineers.
• Understand business rules and requirements to solve specific use cases.
• Ensure that process conforms to business objectives and complies with Group Information Architecture.
• Apply company, business, Group and/ or relevant industry knowledge for analysis.
• Prepare and present findings on data analysis in written and verbal reports to key stakeholders.
• Assist with the mapping of the various source systems to the relevant enterprise data model elements (engage with the Data Modelers where the models need to be extended), and enterprise reference data.
• Query and connect data from disparate sources to identify areas where changes are required.
• Conduct analysis, time-series analysis, and classification models and deliver accurate and high-quality analysis (e.g. test design and analysis).
• Utilize methodologies and methods for accessing, analyzing and presenting data.
• Research new data sources and analytical tools with the aim of improving the process and underlying data analysis.
• Understand the quality of data and engage with relevant stakeholders to correct data (if and when necessary), thereby ensuring usability is in line with requirements.
• Keep up to date with new data assets and products in order to identify new opportunities, capabilities and trends that would add value to business.
• Check accuracy of data and if it is within relevant thresholds (reasonability) and compare the new output with existing requirements.
• Attend and participate at relevant Steerco's, data working forums and Executive forums and present case as and when required.
• Provide relevant business management reports that are submitted to Exco and other relevant forums.
• Analyse and recommend changes to data pipelines of existing and new initiatives with the aim of aligning these to avoid duplication in data pipelines, inconsistent mappings, etc.
• Partner with stakeholders to grasp problem specifics - collects, processes and analyses data to quantify the scope, nature and severity of the problem.
• Engage with Data teams to understand the data landscape.
• Engage and drive conversations with relevant stakeholders to unpack project and requirements.
• Evaluate options based on business requirements and provide input into viable solution based on analysis.
• Work with the relevant Data stakeholders when new data or changes to existing solutions are required and manage timelines and expectations with business.
• Identify opportunities/changes which need to apply in Data Analytics solutions (e.g. Cubes/Production reports).
• Attend relevant priority session and provide motivation to get item prioritized.
• Ensure proper handover and provide relevant artifacts to stakeholders.
• Keep up to date with local and global trends and provide subject matter expertise to relevant stakeholders in area of expertise.
• Provide thought leadership in area of expertise.
• Coach, guide and train Data Analyst I and perform reviews as required.

Minimum requirements

• Years of experience – minimum 7 years
• Banking/Treasury risk experience
• Advanced data analysis skills
• Advanced Excel skills

Advantageous

• Knowledge of accessing data via database
• Python
• SSMS

Education

• Honours or higher in Risk Management, Econometrics, B.Com or B.Sc

Other 

• Detailed orientated
• Independent, pro-active worker
• Presentation skills

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Job Description

• The Administration Manager will be accountable for administration process excellence for the Department
• Ensuring optimal workflow within the department in regards to procedures and policies to mitigate risk and or improve operational efficiencies

Hello future Business Admin Manager!

• FirstRand believes that its people are its single most important resource and will not operate in a sector unless it has people who are right for that market and who share FirstRand’s business values. We recruit self-starters who have a passion for what they do. We empower them, hold them accountable and reward them appropriately. We value diversity in our people, particularly for the way that this contributes to innovative thinking. If you think you will flourish in our environment, and you believe you have the necessary skills and competencies for the position advertised, then we are looking for you!

Role Purpose:

• The Administration Manager will be accountable for administration process excellence for the Department. Ensuring optimal workflow within the department in regard to procedures and policies to mitigate risk and or improve operational efficiencies

Are you someone who can:

• Provide logistical and administrative support to the project managers and programme manager to track project costs, project meetings, workshops and complete accurate minutes from the meetings.
• Assist project managers with the coordination of project tasks and activities relating to the daily running of the projects through teamwork and collaboration. 
• Execute small project tasks on behalf of project or programme managers. Prioritise own work and manage own deliverables.
• Assist with processes mapping, documentation and optimisation of processes.
• Comply with governance in terms of legislative and audit requirements
• Have provision of an efficient administration service through careful and timeous planning, reporting and updating of all related informationComply with governance in terms of legislative and audit requirements
• Manage costs / expenses within approved budget to achieve cost efficiencies
• Precise, systematic and rule-oriented in gathering, reviewing and evaluating data from a variety of perspectives; includes the ability to work with precision and highlight inaccuracies and inconsistencies in detailed information
• Anticipates, recognizes and meets the needs of internal and external customers, taking responsibility for maintaining the highest service standards and developing and sustaining productive client relationships
• Listens attentively, presents information in a clear manner and responds appropriately to the verbal and written communication of others

We can be a match if you have:

• CDRM experience an advantage
• Project Management experience a must
• Understanding of basic financial management
• 5 – 10 years work experience

You will have access to:

• Challenging work in a complex and exciting environment
• Opportunities to innovate and create efficiencies.

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Job Description

• Responsible for auditing of the governance, financial, business and operational processes at divisional and business unit level within the FirstRand Group
• Identify development needs and address these through training and continuous professional development.
• Proactively seek and embrace formal and informal peer coaching opportunities.
• Execute the audit assignment within the agreed budget and timelines.
• Ensure the constant delivery of superb value and a 'memorable' customer experience.
• Establish and maintain collaborative partnerships and a wide relationship network across business units and within Internal Audit.
• Respond to client needs and queries professionally and within agreed turn-around times.
• Communicate professionally in all communication forms. Listens actively to others.
• Negotiate with management as appropriate in order to ensure key findings and follow up actions are agreed upon.
• Obtain a good understanding of the control environment being audited (including information technology, internal financial control and risk management related aspects), and the interdependencies linked to this.
• Plan audit assignments based on key process and business risks identified and design the audit program in line with risks and key controls to be tested.
• Incorporate data analytics (DA) to enhance audit planning and create efficiencies in audit fieldwork.
• Execute audit field work in compliance with quality standards by following and completing prepared work programs. Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of governance, risk management practices and internal controls.
• Provide clear and sufficient audit evidence to support recommendations and audit opinion.
• Express an opinion based on the results of the work performed.
• Identify opportunities to improve internal controls, including internal financial controls.
• Identify and clearly articulate the root cause of issues identified and impact thereof and recommend changes to business processes that will address the control weaknesses.
• Prepare a quality and balanced audit report to specified standards, encapsulating the control weaknesses identified and results of audit work performed, with minimal editorial changes.
• Incorporate fundamental principles, key issues and control themes emanating from other functional areas and assurance providers to ensure relevant and appropriate audit findings.
• Assist the Head of Internal Audit / Senior Audit Manager / Audit Manager with other operational and reporting activities as required.
• Identify opportunities for innovation in audit as well as client processes and develop practical solutions to implement innovative practices.
• Effective communication with the audit team, audit management and key stakeholders.
• Is aware of the resources available and is able to utilise them to best effect with guidance from senior audit staff.
• Keep abreast of emerging industry standards, best practices, industry challenges, upcoming legislation, operational requirements and technology changes related to the internal audit environment.
• Participate in internal departmental work and key standing tasks such as Board, Risk and Audit Committee reporting, as requested.

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Job Description

• Manages the utilisation of resources on investigative assignments and projects
• Investigates reports on fraud within the company
• Lead and execute end-to-end internal audit reviews across complex business processes
• Demonstrate analytical acumen by unpacking intricate operational, financial and compliance processes to identify key risk areas and improvement opportunities within the business
• Champion a culture of accountability, curiosity and continuous improvement within GIA
• Provide management over a portfolio of clients and deliver high quality audit and assurance service, including preparing and reviewing audit plans and work.
• Maintain the highest technical and professional standard.
• Think strategically about client needs by understanding their business and key risks.
• Manage the quality of audit work output to ensure excellence is achieved through the application of end-to-end integrated risk-based reviews.
• Ensure that the audit team continually identify and report on potential financial, operational risks (including IT risks) and regulatory risk when conducting audits
• Ensure that actual vs. approved/revised plan (including special requests) achieve the required coverage %
• Manage the Annual Audit Plan, continually reassessing and revising based on key or emerging risks.
• Identifying ways to maximise the relationship with clients and deliver added value by elevating our status to trusted partner / trusted advisor.
• Ensure excellence in reporting to governance structures (Audit Committee, Risk Committee, Regulatory Committee)
• Ensure the efficient utilisation of tools / techniques to improve audit efficiencies (CAAT's, flow charts, research, ADR/Google, analytical reviews)

You will be an ideal candidate if you:

• A qualified Chartered Accountant with financial savvy, a strong background in Financial, Operational (including IT) and Regulatory Risk Management.
• 5+ years of internal / external audit experience is a must with minimum 2 years supervisory or management experience.
• Experience within financial services, banking and group treasury is beneficial.
• A post-secondary qualification in IT e.g., CISA/CISM accreditation would be advantageous.
• Experience using data analytics is advantageous.

You will have access to:

• Challenging work in a complex and exciting environment
• Opportunities to innovate and create efficiencies.

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.
• Have a general understanding of different risk types.

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Job Description
Hello future Benefits Lead!

• FirstRand believes that its people are its single most important resource and will not operate in a sector unless it has people who are right for that market and who share FirstRand’s business values. We recruit self-starters who have a passion for what they do. We empower them, hold them accountable and reward them appropriately. We value diversity in our people, particularly for the way that this contributes to innovative thinking. If you think you will flourish in our environment, and you believe you have the necessary skills and competencies for the position advertised, then we are looking for you!

Role Purpose: 

• To lead the creation and maintenance of a cohesive set of employee benefit policies and processes that reflect FirstRand's needs, and to ensure the consistent governing of day-to-day functions of the organisation.
• Understand the business strategy and lead the research, analysis, development and maintenance of the group benefits policies and processes, that reflect the Groups needs and to ensure a consistent set of policies to govern strategic imperatives, aligned to our FirstRand philosophy, future fit and daily functioning.
• Stay abreast of relevant industry risk management best practices and legislative amendments. and suggests ways to leverage these to ensure continuous improvement.
• Lead high quality qualitative and quantitative benefits research and best practice to create synergy across FirstRand. 
• Benchmark the Group's employee benefit policies and processes with those of other institutions both locally and internationally.
• Understanding employee needs in order to deliver quality benefits solutions aligned with business plans.
• Review, design and deliver optimised employee solutions, processes and systems ensuring FirstRand aligns to global best practices, reduces risk, attracts, and retains talent.
• Ensure the alignment of benefit policies and processes with changes in the organisation and legislative or statutory environment.
• Establish relevant reporting requirements, analyse trends to drive benefit design and decision making. 
• Ensure the publication and dissemination of new and revised policies and process to internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage the coordination of training, awareness campaigns and other communication channels, on benefit policy and process changes.
• Engage with relevant stakeholders to establish, review and implement processes that enable employee benefit policies (including, but not limited to CTE, relevant Human Capital teams, Workday).
• Establish mutually beneficial relationships, that supports thought leadership, innovation and integrated practice solutions.

Qualifications:

• Minimum Qualification – Postgraduate degree 
• Preferred Qualification – CA (SA)   

Experience:

• 5 to 8 years experience in a similar environment, of which 2 to 3 years ideally at management level   
• Knowledge of current and developing risk benefit issues and trends in area of expertise.  
• Knowledge of the principles and procedures of benefits design. 
• Knowledge and understanding of corporate policies and procedures and the regulatory environment   
• within which they operate and subsidiaries within which FirstRand operates. 
• Knowledge of legal documentation procedures and requirements. 
• Excellent policy awareness, strong analytical understanding of risk benefit nuances and strategic solutions to related problems.