Data Analyst

Guidehouse; Chennai District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house physician consultations

Nutritious food options at the workpl

Counseling through EAP

Wellness offerings

Learning and development programs

Job summary

Guidehouse India is seeking a data analyst to gather data from diverse sources, identify trends, and build dashboards that support decision making across departments.

The role emphasizes statistical analysis, data storytelling, and the ability to present complex insights to non-technical stakeholders. A CS/Info Mgmt/Statistics background is required, with hands-on experience in data visualization and Excel/SQL/Python.

Qualifications

• Solid foundation in statistics with practical data analysis experience.
• Ability to structure, clean, and present large datasets with precision.
• Strong written and verbal communication to simplify data insights for non-technical audiences.
• Experience with data dashboards and visualizations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Gather data from primary and secondary sources and maintain databases.
• Identify trends and patterns within complex datasets using statistical methods.
• Develop data dashboards, charts, and visuals to support decision making.
• Convey insights through reports and presentations to management.
• Collaborate with multiple departments to define data needs and deliver tailored analyses.
• Ensure data quality, perform data cleansing, and validate outputs.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Data storytelling

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Management or Statistics

Tools

Excel

SQL

Python

Power Platform

ETL processes

Job description

Job Family

EBO Management Information System (India)

Travel Required

None

Clearance Required

None

What You Will Do

• Gather data from primary and secondary sources, ensuring the upkeep of databases and data systems.
• Detect, examine, and decode trends or patterns within intricate datasets.
• Cleanse data and scrutinize computer-generated reports and outputs to identify and rectify coding errors.
• Coordinate with management to align business and informational priorities.
• Identify opportunities for process enhancements.
• Employ statistical techniques to scrutinize data and produce actionable business insights.
• Collaborate with the management team to determine and rank the needs of different business units.
• Develop data dashboards, charts, and visual aids to support decision-making across departments.
• Convey insights through both reports and visual presentations.
• Engage with managers from various departments to specify data requirements for analysis projects tailored to their unique business processes.

What You Will Need:

• Possess a solid foundation in statistics and practical experience with statistical software such as Excel.
• Exhibit exceptional analytical abilities to compile, structure, examine, and present substantial data sets with precision and thoroughness.
• Capable of critically evaluating data to derive meaningful, actionable insights.
• Demonstrate superior communication and presentation capabilities, adept at simplifying complex data insights for audiences without a technical background.
• A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Management, Statistics, or a comparable discipline is required, with prior experience in data analysis or a related field being advantageous.

What Would Be Nice To Have

• Power Platform tools (PowerApps, Power Automate) for process automation
• Experience with SQL development or ETL processes
• Experience with Python on process automation, data manipulation and analysis

About Guidehouse India

At Guidehouse India, we’re redefining what’s possible by creating opportunities that change lives. Guidehouse is a global professional services firm that delivers advisory, technology, and managed services to clients across both the commercial and public sectors. Our teams turn bold ideas into solutions that transform industries, strengthen communities, and drive meaningful impact worldwide.

Across our Chennai, Trivandrum, and Gurugram locations, you’ll find opportunities where your passion and curiosity help shape what comes next. With cutting edge benefits, innovative learning and development programs, and a people first culture, we empower our people to lead with purpose.

We continue to expand our teams and capabilities across India, investing in state-of-the-art offices and high impact work. Here, you’ll collaborate with experts from around the world, build deep expertise, explore new domains, and accelerate your professional growth while making a real impact.

What We Offer

• competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to help you thrive both inside and outside the workplace.
• in house physician consultations
• nutritious food options at the workplace
• confidential counseling through our Employee Assistance Program
• other wellness focused offerings that support your overall well being
• comprehensive learning and development programs ensure you’re continuously upskilled and ready to tackle what’s next, so you can shape your own career path while contributing to meaningful, purpose driven work.