Graduate Trainee: Analyst - Nedbank

Job Purpose

To assist with the implementation of the business intelligence philosophy through data analysis, research and support functions, in line with Nedbank Group strategy.

Position

Graduate Trainee: Analyst

Job Responsibilities

• Assess needs and provide solutions Interacting with internal and external clients.
• Provide feedback and make business presentations to stakeholders.
• Develop and use collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals. Compile; maintain and monitor economic; industry and other data series through research and analysis.
• Make recommendations by using quantitative and qualitative analysis (including statistical and analytical reporting) 
• Identify and interpret relevant information using logic to seek cause and effect relationships, troubleshoot and escalate exceptions.
• Contribute to a culture conducive to the achievement of transformation goals by participating in Nedbank Culture building initiatives (e.g. staff surveys etc).
• Participate and support corporate social responsibility initiatives for the achievement of key business strategies.
• Identify and recommend opportunities to enhance processes; systems and policies and support implementation of new processes; policies and systems.

• Evaluate performance of  output through regular data quality reviews.
• Develop software proficiency to deliver required outputs.
• Express ideas or facts clearly in written documentation so that the content is understood by the recipient.
• Develop sound product and industry knowledge and understanding the regulatory framework.
• Keep abreast of legislation and other industry changes that impacts on role by reading the relevant newsletters; websites and attending sessions.
• Understand and embrace the Nedbank vision and demonstrate the values through interaction with team and stakeholders.
• Improve personal capability and stay abreast of developments in field of expertise by identifying training courses and career progression for self through input and feedback from managers
• Ensure personal growth and enable effectiveness in performance of roles and responsibilities by ensuring all learning activities are completed; experience practiced, and certifications obtained and/or maintained within specified time frames.
• Ensure information is provided correctly to stakeholders by maintaining knowledge and sharing knowledge with team.

Minimum Experience Level

• 0-3 years experience in a financial or related industry

Essential Qualifications - NQF Level

• Matric / Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate
• Advanced Diplomas/National 1st Degrees

Preferred Qualification

• Information Technology, Data Science, and/or Statistical Mathematics.

Technical / Professional Knowledge

• Banking procedures
• Business principles
• Business terms and definitions
• Data analysis
• Governance, Risk and Controls
• Microsoft Office
• Relevant regulatory knowledge
• Business writing skills
• Numeracy
• Data Tools