Reference: COR250822-2
📍 Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
📅 Closing Date: 31 October 2025
💼 Job Type: Graduate Programme
About the Role
This graduate role offers an opportunity to develop advanced skills in data analysis, machine learning, and data management within a collaborative team environment. Trainees will work on extracting, processing, and analyzing large datasets to deliver actionable insights for clients.
Key Responsibilities
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Develop and enhance database design and SQL querying skills.
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Perform data mining, extraction, and reconciliation from multiple sources.
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Process, cleanse, and validate data for analysis.
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Assist with updating and maintaining internal technology catalogues and process registers.
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Support business analysis and process documentation.
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Generate reports and presentations to communicate data-driven insights to stakeholders, including Exco.
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Stay updated on data analysis, machine learning, and financial markets to identify innovation opportunities.
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Collaborate with various teams to understand asset classes and optimize data analysis.
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Perform ad-hoc requests as required.
Requirements
Education & Experience
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Relevant tertiary qualification: Honours or Master’s in Computer Science, Mathematics, Data Science, Economics, or Finance.
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No prior experience required; this is a graduate programme.
Skills & Attributes
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Personable, extroverted, and resilient.
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Curious, methodical, and client-service oriented.
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Strong communication, attention to detail, and accuracy.
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Self-motivated, results-driven, and proactive team player.
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Energetic problem-solver with integrity and ownership mindset.
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Flexible and adaptable to changing business needs.
Systems Knowledge
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Advanced Excel
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Intermediate VBA, SQL, Python
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Intermediate Power BI
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Understanding of databases and data management
How to Apply
Candidates are encouraged to submit a CV and cover letter highlighting relevant skills, qualifications, and interest in data analytics and graduate development programmes.