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In this role, you will utilize your analytical skills and expertise to turn raw data into actionable insights that will drive business decisions and strategies. Working in a dynamic environment, you will be part of a diverse team that values innovation and creativity.\nKey Responsibilities\nResponsible for providing statistical analysis, forecasting, predictive modelling, simulation and optimisation to discover trends, opportunities and threats.\nAssesses the effectiveness and accuracy of new data sources and data gathering techniques.\nEnhance data collection procedures to include information that is relevant for building analytic systems. 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Build required data structures and reports to track model usage and stability.\nPartner and work closely with business to help understand the value analytics and data science can play in their environments.\nPerform any other duties necessary for the operational effectiveness of the company, as required within your ability and scope.\n\nRequirements\nMatric.\nBsc (Science, Maths, Statistics), Engineering, Computer Science.\nData Science specific degree.\nMinimum 4-6 years related experience.\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills.\nExperience in analytics (big data, database mining, statistical, modelling and programming knowledge, test and learn).\nExperience in database analytical tools and statistical packages.\nExperience in Classification models, Anomoly detection, Regression and Neural nets.\nExcellent relationship management skills.\nExperience in Python, SQL server, Powerbi, Excel, Powerpoint, Azure will be advantageous.\nUnderstanding of API’s in Python. Excellent facilitation and thought leadership skills\nStrong communication skills (written and verbal).\nStrong project management and delivery skills.\nContact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move today\nOur client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.\nApply for this role today, contact Gaby Turner at  or Carmen Schafer at \nYou can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: \nWe will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. 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