Senior Data Analyst

Placements24; Southampton; Híbrido; GBP 32 000 - 45 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Private medical insurance

Retirement plan

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Data Analyst for a hybrid role anchored in Randburg, Gauteng. You will lead data collection, modeling, and insights generation to guide strategic decisions across the organization.

You will build dashboards, perform advanced analytics, and present findings to stakeholders, driving data-driven improvements and operational efficiency. Strong communication and mentoring skills are essential.

Qualificações

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in data analysis or BI.
• Strong SQL querying and data manipulation skills.
• Expertise with data visualization tools (Tableau/Power BI) is essential.
• Experience with Python (Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn) or R.
• Solid understanding of statistical methods and modeling.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management.
• Experience handling large datasets and databases.
• Bachelor's or Master's in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, CS, or related field.
• Familiarity with cloud data platforms is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Collect, clean, and transform large datasets from various sources to prepare them for analysis.
• Perform in-depth data analysis using statistical techniques and tools to identify trends, patterns, and insights.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to visualize KPIs and business metrics.
• Build predictive models and forecasts to support strategic planning and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data needs and provide analytical support.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and consistency throughout the analytical process.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation in data collection and analysis.
• Stay current with industry best practices in data analysis, statistical modeling, and data visualization.
• Mentor junior data analysts and contribute to the team's capabilities.

Conhecimentos

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Presentation

Team collaboration

Formação académica

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Statistics/Mathematics/Economics/CS

Ferramentas

SQL

Tableau

Power BI

Python (Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn)

R

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client, a leading financial services firm located in the bustling hub of Randburg, Gauteng , is seeking an analytical and detail-oriented Senior Data Analyst to join their expanding analytics team. This role is crucial for extracting actionable insights from complex datasets to inform strategic decision-making across the organization. You will be responsible for developing sophisticated data models, performing in-depth analysis, and presenting findings to stakeholders at various levels. The ideal candidate possesses strong quantitative skills, proficiency in data manipulation and visualization tools, and a proven ability to communicate complex data insights clearly and concisely. This position operates on a hybrid model, requiring collaboration within our Randburg office while offering remote work flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and transform large datasets from various sources to prepare them for analysis.
• Perform in-depth data analysis using statistical techniques and tools to identify trends, patterns, and insights.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to visualize key performance indicators (KPIs) and business metrics.
• Build predictive models and forecasts to support strategic planning and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., marketing, operations, product development) to understand their data needs and provide analytical support.
• Communicate analytical findings and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences through compelling presentations and reports.
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and consistency throughout the analytical process.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation in data collection and analysis.
• Stay current with industry best practices in data analysis, statistical modeling, and data visualization.
• Mentor junior data analysts and contribute to the team's overall analytical capabilities.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in data analysis, business intelligence, or a related field.
• Strong proficiency in SQL for data querying and manipulation.
• Expertise in data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar.
• Experience with statistical programming languages like Python (Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn) or R.
• Solid understanding of statistical methods and modeling techniques.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex data insights effectively.
• Experience working with large datasets and databases.
• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
• Familiarity with cloud data platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary and a performance-based bonus structure.
• Employees receive comprehensive private medical insurance and a robust retirement annuity plan.
• Opportunities for professional growth are abundant, including access to specialized training, certifications, and industry conferences.
• Enjoy the benefits of a flexible hybrid work model in our modern Randburg, Gauteng office, promoting a healthy work-life integration.
• Additional perks include employee wellness programs and a supportive team environment.