No longer accepting applications
Model Validation Lead – Data Science
Network RecruitmentStellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa6 days ago
Job descriptionLead independent validations across a range of models, including credit risk, operational optimisation, financial crime, and marketing. Design and implement challenger models using advanced machine learning methods. Partner with Model Developers and stakeholders to provide technical assurance and effective challenge. Mentor Junior Analysts, supporting their professional and technical growth. Contribute to the development of model governance frameworks and best practices. Education : Preferred : Masters Degree in Mathematics, Statistics or Data Science Experience : 6+ years proven experience in model development (direct model validation experience IS an advantage). Exposure to governance, regulatory compliance, and risk management. Proven track record of mentoring and leading junior analysts. Skills : Strong technical expertise in machine learning techniques (tree-based methods, neural networks, clustering, and anomaly detection). Skilled in Python / R and experience with cloud platforms (AWS preferred). Ability to present findings and influence senior stakeholders. Able to work independently and manage multiple validation projects end-to-end.
Overview
Join a leading, innovation-driven financial services group that is reshaping the way banking is experienced. The business is committed to empowering clients through simplified, accessible, and client-first banking solutions and to achieve that, they hire only the best people.
As the Model Validation Lead, youll play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and governance of models across credit, finance, and fraud risk domains. Youll work in a high-impact environment, collaborate with talented Data Scientists and stakeholders, and provide technical expertise that influences key business decisions.
Whats In It For You?
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge AI and machine learning models
- A culture that values innovation, collaboration, and ownership
- Mentorship and leadership opportunities as you guide and grow a team of Analysts
- Direct involvement in business-critical risk and strategy decisions
Key Responsibilities
Job Experience and Skills Required
Minimum : Honours Degree in Mathematics, Statistics or Data Science
Apply now!
For more exciting Finance vacancies, please visit :
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Create a job alert for this search
Data Lead • Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa
Related jobs
Serve as primary point of contact for customer on data management deliverables.Manage multiple large studies or program of studies (possibly global).
Provide leadership and senior support to DTLs on...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
IQVIA is the leading human data science company focused on helping healthcare clients find unparalleled insights and better solutions for patients.
Formed through the merger of IMS Health and Quinti...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago %20Ltd)
The Client Success Managers play a critical role in ensuring high client satisfaction as they adopt and scale with our clients' software product(s).
In partnership with clients' Sales Account Manage...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
- Promoted
Model Validation Analyst (Decision Science)
Capitec BankStellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa We're on the lookout for energetic, self-motivated individuals who share our passion for service in the banking industry.
To be part of the journey, follow the steps below : .To see what life at Capit...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
- Promoted
Model Validation Analyst (Financial Modelling)
Capitec BankStellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa We're on the lookout for energetic, self-motivated individuals who share our passion for service in the banking industry.
To be part of the journey, follow the steps below : .To see what life at Capit...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
- Promoted
Sr Data Scientist, Digital Products & Experience
SanlamBellville, Western Cape, South Africa Sanlam Fintech is a newly established digital first business within the Sanlam Group on a mission to democratize financial advice and solutions for everyone across the African continent.We exist to...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
- Promoted
Senior Data Team Lead, home-based in South Africa
IQVIABellville, Western Cape, South AfricaRemote
- Promoted
Model Validation Analyst (Financial Modelling)
Capitec Bank Ltd.Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content Link.Select how often (in days) to receive an alert : .We're on the lookout for energetic, self-motivated individuals who share our passion for service in the ban...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
- Promoted
Agile Delivery Lead : Data Products Empowerment (Group Data Tribe)
SanlamBellville, Western Cape, South Africa Sanlam Group Technology is responsible for the provision of a digitally enabled technology service as a group COE, drive business and transformation and provide group-wide digital and data architec...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
- Promoted
Sr Data Scientist, Digital Products & Experience
Sanlam LimitedBellville, Western Cape, South Africa Sr Data Scientist, Digital Products & Experience.Location : Bellville, Western Cape, ZA.Sanlam Fintech is a newly established digital first business within the Sanlam Group on a mission to democrati...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
- Promoted
Data Scientist / Senior Software Engineer
Communicate RecruitmentStellenbosch, South Africa Join a coven of engineers crafting intelligent, scalable tech for global impact.Youll architect and deploy ML / AI models into real-time distributed systems, conjure insights from petabyte-scale data...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
- Promoted
Senior Software Engineer â Data Science
Communicate RecruitmentStellenbosch, South Africa A leading tech innovator is seeking a Senior Software Engineer with strong data science expertise to design and implement machine learning and AI features for high-volume, real-time distributed sys...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
- Promoted
Model Validation Analyst (Decision Science)
Capitec Bank Ltd.Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content Link.Select how often (in days) to receive an alert : .We're on the lookout for energetic, self-motivated individuals who share our passion for service in the ban...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
- Promoted
Senior Data Scientist
Stellenbosch UniversityStellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa Department Description / Departement Beskrywing.Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences.Department of Paediatrics and Child Health.
Senior Data Scientist (Post Level 7).Full-time or part-time fixed-te...Show moreLast updated: 1 day ago
- Promoted
Agile Delivery Lead : Data Products Empowerment (Group Data Tribe)
Sanlam LimitedBellville, Western Cape, South Africa Agile Delivery Lead : Data Products Empowerment (Group Data Tribe).Location : Bellville, Western Cape, ZA.Sanlam Group Technology is responsible for the provision of a digitally enabled technology s...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
- Promoted
Clinical Data Management Lead, FSP, home-based in South Africa
IQVIABellville, Western Cape, South AfricaRemote
- Promoted
Manager Of Market Research Remote
Hustle Consulting (Pty) LtdStellenbosch, Western Cape, South AfricaRemote
- Promoted
Data Analyst
Communicate RecruitmentStellenbosch, South Africa Bachelors or Masters degree in Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science, Economics, or a related field.Minimum 5+ years of XP in data analytics, business intelligence, or data science bonus XP i...Show moreLast updated: 4 days ago
- Promoted
Lead : Model Validation
Capitec BankStellenbosch, ZA Job title : Lead : Model Validation.Job Location : Western Cape, Stellenbosch.Our Model Validation team is a critical function within the organisation, responsible for ensuring the accuracy, reliabi...Show moreLast updated: 14 days ago
- Promoted
Data Scientist
Network RecruitmentStellenbosch, South Africa Collect, extract, and compile data from multiple sources, ensuring accuracy and consistency.Clean and transform raw data into structured, usable datasets.
Conduct exploratory and statistical analysi...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
- Promoted
Data Scientist
Communicate RecruitmentStellenbosch, South Africa Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or equivalent quantitative field.Minimum 5+ cycles (years) building, training, and deploying production-grade machine learning syste...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago