Quantitative Analyst

Communicate Recruitment • Johannesburg, Gauteng, ZA

20 hours ago

Job description

Senior Quantitative Credit Analytics Specialist | Johannesburg (Hybrid)

Salary: R700 000 - R800 000 CTC per annum

Are you the kind of quantitative professional who thrives on solving complex risk problems, building cutting-edge models, and influencing high-value business decisions through advanced analytics?

We're partnering with a leading financial services institution seeking an exceptional Quantitative Analytics professional to join a highly regarded credit risk team. This is a rare opportunity to work at the intersection of credit risk, machine learning, portfolio optimisation, pricing strategy, and advanced data science.

What You'll Be Doing

Develop and enhance sophisticated credit risk and portfolio analytics frameworks
Build and improve predictive models across the credit lifecycle using statistical modelling and machine learning techniques
Perform deep-dive portfolio analysis to uncover performance drivers, emerging risks, and optimisation opportunities
Drive advanced pricing analytics and assess risk-adjusted returns
Develop interactive dashboards and automation solutions to support strategic decision-making
Apply innovative quantitative methodologies to improve model performance and business outcomes
Work closely with senior stakeholders to influence portfolio strategy, risk appetite, and growth initiatives
Leverage customer and behavioural analytics to identify commercial opportunities and enhance profitability

What We're Looking For

Strong academic pedigree is essential

Degree in:

Actuarial Science
Mathematics
Statistics
Financial Engineering
Economics
Quantitative Finance
Computer Science or related quantitative disciplines

Postgraduate qualifications highly advantageous:

Honours
Masters
PhD
CFA
FRM
Data Science / Machine Learning specialisations

Experience Required

2+ years' experience in:

Credit Risk Analytics
Quantitative Modelling
Credit Portfolio Management
Risk Pricing
Banking Analytics

Strong technical capability in:

Python
SAS
SQL
R

Exposure to:

IFRS 9
Basel Frameworks
Credit Scorecards
Machine Learning
Statistical Modelling

Why This Opportunity?

This role offers exposure to large, complex portfolios, highly sophisticated analytical challenges, and a forward-thinking environment where quantitative innovation directly impacts business strategy and profitability.

If you're a top-tier quantitative professional with outstanding academics, strong modelling expertise, and ambitions to work alongside some of the best minds in financial services, we'd love to hear from you.

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