SAS Consultant: Modelling Data

4 weeks ago


Johannesburg, Saudi Arabia Absa Group Limited Absa Full time

Job Description

  • We will expect you to ensure model build data are of sufficient quality.Develop theoretical understanding and practical application of model development methodology through model building and application experience;
  • Complete statistical data analysis and produce model build documentation in an unambiguous and concise manner.
  • Have the ability to integrate technical statistical experience and business knowledge.
  • Ensure successful implementation of models by assisting the model implementation team through answering technical questions around the model workings.
  • Ensure full governance processes for modelling are complied with from model inception and build through to validation and sign-off by completing all relevant documentation according to the Absa Model Risk Policy.
  • Actively engage stakeholders model users, validation team, monitoring team, regulators to be fully engaged in process and delivery through email discussions, group meetings and one-on-one discussions ensuring their issues, objectives and priorities are reflected in agreed solutions.
  • A successful candidate will hold at least an honours degree in Statistics, Business Mathematics and Informatics BMI or Mathematical Statistics or a related field with up to 6 years’ experience in statistical model development or validation in a Business Banking or Investment Banking environment with process and people management experience preferred. 
  • Proficiency in Base SAS or SAS Enterprise Guide, SAS data steps, SAS procedures, SAS SQL, SAS Macros in order to develop statistical models.

Education

  • Bachelor's Degree: Information Technology


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