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Sanlam

Data Operations Specialist

FULL TIME

October 23, 2024

Who we are?
Sanlam Investment Group
The Sanlam Investment Group is uniquely equipped and positioned to deliver on its purpose of empowering generations to be financially confident, secure and prosperous. Through our vast in-house expertise and strategic partner networks, we can access all asset classes across the globe, private and public, actively and passively managed, to develop investment solutions that are in our clients’ best interests and have a positive impact on society. Backed by the Sanlam Group’s balance sheet, the Sanlam Investment Group has a true competitive advantage in its ability to invest alongside clients, particularly in private markets where impact investing drives the agenda.


The Sanlam Investment Group is one of the largest, most diversified financial services and investment firms in Southern Africa with assets under management and administration of more than R2 trillion. It is a B-BBEE level 1 contributor and one of the largest black-empowered asset managers on the African continent.
What will you do?
The candidate will be responsible for day-to-day activities with regard to data.
The candidate, whilst needing to be able to cope with daily deliverables, will need to ensure ad hoc request are attended to.
The position requires someone who is organised, self-disciplined, has an eye for detail and somewhat of a futurist.
Key responsibilities:
  • Data verification checks of automated internal and external data loads, ensure accurate data is loaded into systems.
  • Data interpretation and understanding of static data for all asset classes.
  • Enrich data with information required for internal and external client reporting.
  • Run data audits and clear any data discrepancies.
  • Data reporting for regulatory purposes.
  • Query resolution with regards to data discrepancies.
  • Data enhancement strategies – Improvements of current state.
  • Data enhancement strategies - works with resources to develop database strategies to support company requirements.
  • Ongoing system development:
  • Analyse business requirements
  • Write specifications.
  • Test development
  • Sign-off development.
  • Limited investment operations functions.
  • Back up for other team members.
Qualifications and experience:
  • A relevant tertiary financial qualification
  • 3 or more years’ experience in a similar role in asset management
  • Financial instrument data experience is essential
  • HIPORT & NX Manager knowledge would be an advantage
  • Programming experience would be advantageous.
Behavioural competencies:
  • Ability to work accurately and have a strong attention to detail.
  • Motivated and enthusiastic team player. Displays drive and energy.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Independent worker and displays initiative.
  • Stress tolerant and results focused.
  • Assertive and proactive.
  • Ownership and initiative - Takes ownership in area of responsibility.
  • Adaptability and flexibility – Willing to accept changing priorities and work patterns when required.
  • Dependability and a strong work ethic.
  • High attention to detail is critical.
  • Professional, self starter.
  • Ability to comprehend process from a high level to identify gaps and data inaccuracies.
  • Problem solving and driver of innovation and automation.
  • Relationship management and networking with stakeholders and service providers.
  • Maintains a high standard of service with both internal and external clients.
  • Teamwork and collaboration - Supports colleagues as well as business in collaboration efforts
Technical competencies:
  • Analytical/problem solving skills.
  • Previous data administration experience.
  • Previous data component experience.
  • Previous business analysis experience.
  • Understand system data flow processes.
Core competencies
Collaborates - Contributing independently
Cultivates innovation - Contributing independently
Customer focus - Contributing independently
Drives results - Contributing independently
Being resilient - Contributing independently
Build a successful career with us
We’re all about building strong, lasting relationships with our employees. We know that you have hopes for your future – your career, your personal development and of achieving great things. We pride ourselves in helping our employees to realise their worth. Through its five business clusters – Sanlam Fintech, Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, Sanlam Allianz, Santam, as well as Mi Way and the Group Office – the group provides many opportunities for growth and development.
Turnaround time
The shortlisting process will only start once the application due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress and the availability of managers.
Our commitment to transformation
The Sanlam Group is committed to achieving transformation and embraces diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace as we believe that these are key components to ensure a thriving and sustainable business in South Africa. The Group's Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the selection process.
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