Analytics Specialist

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFP016605/HN

Date posted:

Monday, February 16, 2026

Location:

Midrand, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Analytics Specialist

Are you a seasoned analytics specialist with a flair for transforming fragmented data into powerful business insights? Join a dynamic, innovation-driven environment where your technical expertise and strategic thinking will directly influence business performance.

This exciting opportunity sits within a forward-thinking organisation that invests heavily in data innovation, advanced analytics, and digital transformation. As a Senior Data & Insights Analyst, you will play a key role in driving strategic insight delivery across the business, working with cutting-edge tools, advanced modelling techniques, and complex datasets.
You’ll join a collaborative team that values curiosity, problem-solving, and continuous improvement. With exposure to senior stakeholders, diverse datasets, and high-impact projects, this role is ideal for someone who thrives on solving meaningful business challenges through data.
Enjoy the autonomy to shape analytical direction, mentor junior analysts, and deliver insights that directly support commercial growth and customer excellence.

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities:

Analyse complex, fragmented, and large-scale datasets to deliver actionable business insights
Build advanced predictive models including defaults, collections, profitability, and forecasting
Develop robust data models and visualisations using SQL, Python, and Power BI
Partner with key stakeholders to identify opportunities, translate requirements, and influence data-driven decision-making

Job Experience and Skills Required:
Education:

Relevant degree in Data Science, Analytics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field

Experience:

5–8+ years’ experience in analytics, insights, or advanced data roles
Proven experience in SQL, Power BI, and strong data modelling capability
Hands-on Python proficiency and exposure to strategic or innovation projects
Experience building predictive models beyond standard credit scoring (defaults, collections, profitability, forecasting)
Strong background in customer analytics: segmentation, behavioural insights, telematics, and profitability analysis
Experience mentoring junior analysts and leading insight delivery

Skills & Non-Negotiables:

Solid analytical and problemâsolving capability
Commercially minded with strong stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to turn fragmented datasets into clear, actionable business insights

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