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≈ $31k – $70k per year (Estimated)
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Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 20, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 28, 2026. Job Mail scores C on the Alion truth index.

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Job Mail is a South African online job board offering a large selection of vacancies across the country and some positions abroad. Job seekers can search and apply for jobs online, upload a CV and receive job alerts, while employers and recruitment agencies can advertise positions to a broad national audience. The brand is one of the longer-established names in South African job advertising and is operated from South Africa.
Ready to turn complex data into powerful business impact? Join a high-performing team where innovation, strategy, and advanced analytics come together to shape the future of a large-scale, fast-moving organisation.

We're looking for a Lead Data Scientist who thrives on solving complex problems, leading cutting-edge data initiatives, and mentoring top talent. This is a unique opportunity to influence enterprise-wide decisions and deliver data products that drive measurable value.

What You'll Do:

  • Lead and deliver advanced data science projects across diverse business areas
  • Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights that influence strategic decisions
  • Design and deploy scalable machine learning and analytics solutions
  • Partner with technical and business stakeholders to solve real-world challenges
  • Guide the development of robust, production-ready data products
  • Mentor and coach a growing team of data scientists, fostering excellence and innovation
  • Champion best practices, emerging technologies, and data-driven thinking

What You Bring:

  • Strong experience in data science, with a track record of solving complex business problems
  • Deep expertise in machine learning, statistical modelling, and data analysis
  • Proficiency in tools like Python, SQL, and modern data science frameworks
  • Proven leadership ability with experience mentoring or leading teams
  • A strategic mindset with the ability to connect data insights to business outcomes
  • Exceptional communication skills-you can tell compelling stories with data

What Sets You Apart:

  • You're a critical thinker who thrives in complexity
  • You're passionate about data and the possibilities it unlocks
  • You enjoy working in fast-paced, high-impact environments
  • You inspire those around you and elevate team performance
If you're ready to lead, innovate, and make a meaningful impact through data, this is your next move.

Apply now!

For more exciting Actuarial & Analytics vacancies, please visit:

https://www.networkrecruitmentinternational.com

I also specialize in recruiting:

  • Actuarial (Life, Short-Term, Pensions, Health, Quant)
  • Data Science & Advanced Analytics
  • Pricing & Product Modelling
  • Market, Credit & Quantitative Risk
  • Machine Learning & AI Specialists

If you have not received a response within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will remain on our database for future opportunities.

For more information, contact:

Kholo Mongalo

Recruitment Researcher - Actuarial & Analytics

Connect with me on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kholo-v-mongalo-233541131

For more information please contact:

Kholo Mongalo

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