Quantitative Analyst - Collections

Recruiter: Network Recruitment

Job Ref: NFP017067/HN

Date posted: Thursday, September 10, 2026

Location: Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY: Are you a data-driven problem solver with a passion for Collections Analytics? This is an excellent opportunity for a Quantitative Analyst to play a key role in optimising collections strategies, improving portfolio performance, and driving better recovery outcomes through data-driven insights.

Join a dynamic and fast-paced environment where analytics plays a critical role in business performance. This opportunity is ideal for an analytical professional who enjoys working with large datasets, identifying trends, and influencing operational strategies through meaningful insights.

As the Quantitative Analyst, you will support the monitoring, optimisation, and enhancement of collections strategies across the portfolio. You will work closely with collections and operational teams, providing actionable recommendations that improve collections performance and drive business efficiencies. This role offers excellent exposure to strategy development, analytics, and stakeholder engagement within a highly data-driven environment.

If you are looking to build your expertise in collections analytics while making a measurable impact on business performance, this role offers an exciting next step in your career.

POSITION INFO: Key Responsibilities Analyse collections portfolio performance and identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement. Monitor, measure, and report on the effectiveness of collections strategies and operational outcomes. Develop and maintain dashboards, reporting packs, and performance metrics. Support collections strategy optimisation through data analysis and actionable recommendations. Assist with the implementation, testing, and monitoring of new collections initiatives and treatments. Partner with collections and operational teams to improve recoveries and operational efficiencies. Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and consistency across reporting and analytical processes. Present findings and insights to key stakeholders to support decision-making. Job Experience and Skills Required Qualifications: Degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Actuarial Science, Economics, Data Science, Finance, or a related quantitative field. Experience: Experience within a Quantitative Analytics, Collections Analytics, Credit Risk Analytics, or Retail Banking Analytics environment. Previous exposure to collections strategy monitoring, reporting, and performance optimisation. Experience working with large datasets and translating findings into business recommendations. Skills: Advanced Excel skills. Strong SQL skills. Experience with SAS, Python, R, or similar analytical tools would be advantageous. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to build reports, dashboards, and performance tracking tools. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Non-Negotiable Requirements: Collections analytics experience. Strong quantitative and analytical mindset. Ability to work independently and make data-driven recommendations. Strong attention to detail and commitment to data quality. Apply now! For more exciting Finance vacancies, please visit: />I also specialise in recruiting in the following: Actuarial Analyst Quantitative Analyst Risk Management If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions. For more information, contact: Heidi Joubert Specialist Recruitment Consultant Connect with me on LinkedIn!