As a Data Scientist Manager at Absa, you'll lead a team focused on data-driven credit operations. This role is ideal for someone with extensive experience in data science and a strong understanding of regulatory requirements in banking.
Professional and data-driven environment
At Absa, the Data Scientist Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring that the bank's credit operations are informed by robust data analysis and modeling. You will oversee a team dedicated to developing and monitoring data-driven models that align with regulatory standards. Your leadership will help shape the bank's approach to credit risk and performance assessment.
In this position, you will be responsible for establishing governance frameworks that ensure the integrity and performance of data models. You will also monitor model performance and make necessary adjustments to meet regulatory requirements. This role requires a strong analytical mindset and the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights for the bank's credit operations.
The ideal candidate will have a postgraduate degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field, along with at least eight years of experience in data science. Familiarity with banking operations and credit scoring models will be beneficial. You should possess strong skills in statistical modeling and machine learning, as well as a solid understanding of data governance.
This role is suited for experienced data professionals who are looking to take on a leadership position. If you are passionate about leveraging data to drive business decisions and improve credit operations, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
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