Data Analyst

The Data Operations Group (Data Ops), part of Fitch’s Chief Data Office (CDO) function, is seeking a Data Analyst, in our Pretoria office

Data Analysts will be responsible for collecting, manipulating, and managing economic time-series data. They will also support the development of new methodologies, content sets, and products, building subject matter expertise to assist both internal and external users. This role contributes to the transformation of our data infrastructure, focusing on supporting the automation of data collection and the modernization of calculation methodologies within a new system. The Data Analyst will play an important role in delivering data tasks and collaborating with teams across Data Operations and the wider CDO, supporting our market-leading research team in London, New York, Singapore, and Pretoria.

Fitch Group is a global leader in financial information services with operations in more than 30 countries. Wholly owned by the Hearst Corporation, we are comprised of three main businesses: Fitch Ratings | Fitch Solutions | Fitch Learning.

What We Offer:

• Close collaboration with Research Analysts who possess deep knowledge of specific economies and market sectors


• Work closely with colleagues across New York, London, Singapore and Pretoria offices


• Supportive environment in which to develop your knowledge and skills]


• Exposure to a wide variety of economic data and methodologies


• Opportunity to develop a specialized area of interest or skill set within the team

We’ll Count on You To:

• Gather, manipulate, and analyse time-series data, while developing an understanding of the sources and methodologies behind the numbers


• Support the migration of data, metadata, and calculation methodologies from legacy systems to a new platform built around Python, APIs, and other technologies


• Run forecast models and review outputs, while identifying opportunities to improve data quality and processes


• Collaborate with research analysts to ensure accurate and timely data in our products, and contribute to the development of new content sets


• Maintain knowledge of publicly available economic data sources, including their availability and methodologies

What You Need to Have:

• Undergraduate degree in data science, statistics, economics or similar.


• Academic or professional experience working with macroeconomic or timeseries data


• Proficiency in python, particularly experience with web-scraping, APIs or data manipulation


• Exposure to economic forecasting and understanding of basic methodologies


• Strong understanding of data pipelines and data integration workflows


• Proficiency in Excel including commonly used formulas and techniques

What Would Make You Stand Out:

• Experience applying specific time-series forecasting methodologies


• Understanding of data governance principles and workflow management


• Experience working with Decisions (business process automation and workflow platform) would be a distinct advantage.


• Strong communication and organizational skills


• A positive attitude and enthusiasm for problem solving

Why Fitch?

At Fitch Group, the combined power of our global perspectives is what differentiates us. Our global network of colleagues comes together to accomplish things greater than they ever could alone.

Every team member is essential to our business and each perspective is critical to our success. We embrace a diverse culture that encourages a free exchange of ideas, guaranteeing your voice will be heard and your work will have an impact, regardless of seniority.

We are building incredible things at Fitch and we invite you to join us on our journey.

Fitch Group is a global leader in financial information services with operations in more than 30 countries. Wholly owned by the Hearst Corporation, we are comprised of three main businesses: Fitch Ratings | Fitch Solutions | Fitch Learning.

For more information please visit our websites:  

www.fitchratings.com | www.fitchsolutions.com | www.fitchlearning.com

Fitch is committed to providing global securities markets with objective, timely, independent and forward-looking credit opinions. To protect Fitch’s credibility and reputation, our employees must take every precaution to avoid conflicts of interests or any appearance of a conflict of interest. Should you be successful in the recruitment process at Fitch Ratings you will be asked to declare any securities holdings and other potential conflicts prior to commencing employment. If you, or your immediate family, have any holdings that may conflict with your work responsibilities, you may be asked to divest yourself of them before beginning work.

Fitch Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.

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