Data scientist x3

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R 400000 ZA Per annum

Santam Ltd has a vacancy within the Group Underwriting division for a Data Scientist. What will make you successful in this role?The role requires a candidate with the ability to leverage knowledge of statistical analysis, machine learning, and data modelling to drive business value by providing insights and recommendations based on data analysis. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE: Involvement in engagement with stakeholders to understand their business challenges and advise on practical analytics solutions Collaborate with key stakeholders within the data value chain, external and internal, to ensure that the appropriated data sources and data structures are in place for building analytics solutions Research, develop and implement appropriate statistical / mathematical / machine learning models as needed Keep up-to-date with latest technology trends Communicate results and ideas to key decision makers To generate and maintain actuarial data assets and make these available to the rest of the organization Develop and maintain outstanding data from the Analytical Base Table and to utilize this to develop predictive models, assist other Business Units in doing diagnostic and descriptive analytics Ensure automation of data assets delivered timeously Use advanced analytics techniques to solve business problems in cooperation with business units Seek out initiatives to enhance Santam’s capability in the Data Science field Assist users across the group to make use of the data science workbench Qualifications and Experience B. Degree in Quantitative Management (decision sciences) or Computer Science/Statistics/Applied Statistics/Applied Mathematics (Postgraduate preferable)5-7 years practical experience in an analytical/quantitative environment Skills Strong programming skills ( SQL essential, Python and/or R highly desirable, Spark, Java )Experience with common data science toolkits, such as R, Hadoop, Scala, Rapid Miner, Alteryx, SAS, SPSS etc. highly desirable Experience in Data integration Machine learning / Artificial Intelligence and Statistical algorithm development essential Experience with Big Data platforms highly desirable Experience in Data management and integration such as Ralph-Kimbal dimensional modelling (Star-schema model) or Bill Inmon Snow-flaking model essential Business acumen: Enterprising & commercial thinking: Keeps aware of corporate markets and the state of competitors, identifies business opportunities, views issues in terms of costs, profits, markets and added value. Statistical analysis: Data scientists must have a strong foundation in statistical analysis to effectively identify patterns, trends, and relationships within data. Programming: Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and R is essential for data scientists to analyse data and build predictive models. Data wrangling: Data scientists must be able to gather, clean, and pre-process data to ensure its accuracy and reliability. Machine learning: Knowledge of machine learning algorithms and techniques is necessary to build predictive models and make data-driven decisions. Data visualization: Data scientists should have the ability to create clear and effective visualizations to communicate insights and findings to stakeholders. Communication Problem-solving Creativity Client Focus Drives results Flexible and adaptable IT Data Analysis Data Collection Advanced analytics to address business requirements New technologies and methodologies Our recruitment process Onboarding Step 8 You made it. Here we ensure we receive all your documents to get you onto our payroll system. Our recruitment process Advertise Step 1 Our vacancies are advertised between 3-5 days depending on the market availability of the skills required. Our recruitment process Step 2 Could take a couple of days depending on the volume and the screening process, which various according to the complexity of the role. Our recruitment process Step 3 Long listed candidates are sent to the hiring manager to review and consider for the next stage of the selection process. Our recruitment process Telephonic screening Step 4 Candidates may be contacted for a short screening interview to get to know them better and to ask any clarity seeking questions. Our recruitment process Your interview Step 5 We use a competency interview model. Interview dates will be confirmed via e-mail. During the interview you will be introduced to the panel and the process will be explained. Remain calm and sell yourself. This is our opportunity to match your skills to the job. You only get one shot! Our recruitment process Assessment Step 6 Should we like what you bring to the table, depending on the job you are being considered for, you may be invited to complete a psychometric assessment. Further employment checks are conducted the ensure the validity of your credentials. Our recruitment process Step 7 Prior to an offer being made, there may be a second interview to meet with the Head of Department. Should there be a need for any further interviews, be sure to bring the same charm that got you through your first interview. Our recruitment process Onboarding Step 8 You made it. Here we ensure we receive all your documents to get you onto our payroll system. Our recruitment process Advertise Step 1 Our vacancies are advertised between 3-5 days depending on the market availability of the skills required. Our recruitment process Step 2 Could take a couple of days depending on the volume and the screening process, which various according to the complexity of the role. Our recruitment process Step 3 Long listed candidates are sent to the hiring manager to review and consider for the next stage of the selection process. Our recruitment process Telephonic screening Step 4 Candidates may be contacted for a short screening interview to get to know them better and to ask any clarity seeking questions. Our recruitment process Your interview Step 5 We use a competency interview model. Interview dates will be confirmed via e-mail. During the interview you will be introduced to the panel and the process will be explained. Remain calm and sell yourself. This is our opportunity to match your skills to the job. You only get one shot! Our recruitment process Assessment Step 6 Should we like what you bring to the table, depending on the job you are being considered for, you may be invited to complete a psychometric assessment. Further employment checks are conducted the ensure the validity of your credentials. Our recruitment process Step 7 Prior to an offer being made, there may be a second interview to meet with the Head of Department. Should there be a need for any further interviews, be sure to bring the same charm that got you through your first interview. Our recruitment process Onboarding Step 8 You made it. Here we ensure we receive all your documents to get you onto our payroll system. TIPS & TRICKSGetting ready for your interview There is not just one way to be successful at Santam, nor is there one way to interview with us. Interviewing is a two-way process - it helps us learn about you, and it helps you learn about us, our people, and what you could do here. Santam has been officially recognised by the Top Employers Institute as a Top Employer 2024 for excellence in people practices. This is the eighth consecutive year that we have achieved this accolade.

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