Junior Data Scientist Full Time

A leading insurance underwriting manager is looking for a Junior Data Scientist with strong programming, data analysis, and problem-solving skills to join their analytics team in Johannesburg. This is a high-impact, developmental role for a technically skilled individual to work closely with senior management and underwriting teams, supporting pricing, product development, and operational decision-making by building tools and uncovering insights. Responsibilities include analysing claims, premium, and policy data; assisting in developing pricing models; and using tools like Python, SQL, and Json to streamline data processing. If you have a Bachelor’s Degree in a quantitative field, strong programming skills, and an ethical, problem-solving mindset, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities:

• Analyse claims, premium, and policy data to identify key trends and opportunities. Build and maintain data pipelines to ensure the accuracy of datasets.
• Assist in developing and maintaining pricing models for insurance products. Monitor portfolio performance and identify risk areas.
• Develop scripts and tools (e.g., in Python, SQL, Json) to automate and streamline data processing. Help maintain and enhance internal analytics and reporting infrastructure.
• Simplify complex findings and present them clearly to a non-technical audience.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s Degree with excellent marks in a quantitative field (e.g., Data Science, Statistics, Actuarial Science, Computer Science, Accounting, Engineering).
• Approximately 2 years’ experience in a data analysis, actuarial, or business intelligence role.
• Strong programming skills (Python) and SQL for data extraction.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups).
• Exposure to data visualisation tools (e.g., Power BI).

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.

• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Lidene Pienaar at Hire Resolve on LinkedIn
• You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: financialcareers@hireresolve.za.com

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.