Fraud Data Analyst at Discovery Limited

Key Purpose

The key purpose of this role is to be able to extract and analyse data according to requirements set out by business. The main focus of the unit is to identify and detect potential fraud within the Discovery Health business. The successful candidate will need to be able to mine large data sets to find and present new insights to business.

Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to

• Logging new requests

• Extracting data using Oracle PL/SQL and IBM Aginity Netezza

• Trend analysis

• Analysing data to identify outliers

• Producing accurate reports, dashboards and models

• Putting together PowerPoint presentations to present findings from analysis

• Managing relationships with risk management and forensics

• Exploring new methods of improving the Fraud analytics process

Personal Attributes and Skills

• Self-starter

• Ability to work under pressure and at fast pace

• A restless curiosity towards data and uncovering unknown fraudulent patterns

• Ability to work cohesively in a team environment and balance multiple priorities

• A team player who can work alone when required and without supervision

• High level of attention to detail, resilience, enthusiasm, energy and drive

• Positive, can-do attitude

• Ethical and able to maintain confidentiality and manage boundaries

• Aligned to Discovery values and core purpose

Technical skills:

• Experience in coding using Oracle PL/SQL or Aginity Netezza

• Advanced excel (using formula such as VLOOKUP’s, pivot tables, cubes, VBA)

• Strong analytical skills

• Ability to work with, analyse and communicate findings from data (verbal and written)

• Experience using PowerBI or SASVA

• Exposure to statistical modelling would be beneficial

Education and Experience

• Undergraduate 3-year degree in either Data Science, statistics, applied mathematics with some experience in the health care industry

• Other analytical qualifications will also be considered if accompanied by the relevant experience

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY   
                             
The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.