Assistant Director: Industry Research Ref No: 2026/378

SALARY : R605 745 per annum

CENTRE : Head Office (Pretoria)

REQUIREMENTS :

• A minimum of three-year tertiary qualification (NQF Level 06) / National Diploma in Built Environment, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics or equivalent qualification. Appropriate work experience in a financial, data analytics, economic/property research environment.
• Knowledge: Competence in Microsoft Office applications, high competence in MS Excel (advanced), competence in research and report compilation, Knowledge and understanding of various data analytics software, understanding of analytical tool (or model) development, Knowledgeable in Financial or investment management principles, strong understanding of Financial Mathematics principles, good project and people management skills.
• Personal Attributes: Excellent interpersonal, communication and analytical skills, ability and willingness to work under pressure, able to work independently, dedicated, diligent and focused, passionate about knowledge and research, good presentation skills, innovative thinking, must be able to take initiative, commitment to excellence in every aspect of work.

DUTIES :

• Research and analyse financial, economic, social and other trends and topics independently, perform data analysis and documentation of insights,
• prepare business reports, calculate property rent/user charges, work closely with stakeholders with different backgrounds to validate analyses and output, provide technical assistance to other units within the business, develop analytical tools (models and dashboards) and investment related policies.