Vacation Analyst 1

Job Purpose

To assist with the implementation of the business investment philosophy through data analysis, research and support functions in line with Nedbank Group strategy, through the Nedbank Corporate and Investment banking

Job Family

Investment Banking

Job Purpose

To assist with the implementation of the business investment philosophy through data analysis, research and support functions in line with Nedbank Group strategy, through the Nedbank Corporate and Investment banking

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.
  • Make investment recommendations by using quantitative and qualitative analysis Identify and interpret relevent information using logic to seek cause and effect relationships.
  • 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 fund/investment through regular financial performance 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

  • Postgraduate / 4th year of study
  • No experience required
  • South African Citizen

Types of Exposure

  • Analysing situations or data that requires an in-depth evaluation of multiple factors
  • Influencing stakeholders to obtain buy-in for concepts and ideas
  • Working in an agile environment with a group to identify alternative solutions to a problem
  • Interacting with diverse people
  • Building and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
  • Interacting with various levels of management
  • Managing multiple projects

Essential Qualification Majoring In

Completed Postgraduate OR currently registered in final year to complete 4-year degree with majors in:
  • Computer Science
  • Engineering
  • Information technology
  • Data and Analytics
  • Cybersecurity
  • Finance and Economics
  • Financial Engineering
  • Business Science
  • Mathematics/ Statistics
  • Sustainable or Development Finance
  • Investment Management
  • Quantitative Risk Mangement

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
  • Cluster Specific Operational Knowledge
  • Numeracy

Behavioural Competencies

  • Adaptability
  • Applied Learning
  • Communication
  • Customer Focus
  • Work Standards
  • Managing Work
  • Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills
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