Data Scientist - JHB

Our Purpose Statement Empowering business and society through people and technology On 1st August 2019, we announced the launch of our new ICT brand, a brand our people will take forward to deliver ICT services in South Africa and EMEA markets. A big part of our new ICT brand is that it's been designed for us, the people to serve our clients as one, as a journey partner in our client's world... iO= Internet Organisation + CO = Creative Organisation Inspired by digitally-native internet Organisations that transform lives all over the world, comes a brand called iOCO that seeks to combine enabling technologies creative problem-solving skills - as in Creative Organisations their people emerging customer needs and create engaging experiences at all touchpoints. iOCO creates a purposeful, people-centric culture that resonates with future talents and creates opportunities for collaboration with diverse stakeholders. The essence of our brand is the coming together of our great people with the best technology to serve humanity. Skills and Experience What you'll do: Define report requirements, identify data sources, and create engaging Power BI reports and dashboards. ETL data from SQL databases into Power BI and optimize DAX calculations for data analysis. Maintain, customize, and ensure the accuracy of dashboards while safeguarding data confidentiality with role-level security controls. Provide client training for effective Power BI use, stay updated on best practices, and support team members. Plan work priorities and deliverables, utilizing Power BI for daily data visualization with DAX coding. Analyse large data volumes for client reports, suggest technical improvements and identify process enhancements for quality management. Data Management and Architecture: Optimize data storage and retrieval systems to handle large volumes of financial data efficiently. Document and implement data governance processes to ensure data quality, integrity, and compliance with the group's requirements. Assess existing systems and data architecture, and then conceptualize and propose potential improvements. Data Analysis and Modelling: Utilize statistical techniques, machine learning algorithms, and quantitative analysis to extract insights from financial data. Collaborate with investment team members to automate and refine existing models. Automate calculations, analysis, reporting, and manual processes performed by the investment team. Use data analysis and data-driven approaches to enhance the monitoring of data and investment decision-making. Your Expertise: 3+ years of experience in data analysis, visualization, and Power BI development. Strong SQL and DAX skills for data handling and calculations. Proficient in simplifying complex financial concepts through visuals. Experience with financial data and investment reporting, as well as data warehousing/ ETL, is a plus. Excellent problem-solving, attention to detail, and communication skills. Strong analytical abilities, time management, and ability to work under pressure. Qualifications Required: Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent work experience. A certificate in MS Power BI is advantageous.