Data Analyst - Business Consultant

Persistent Systems; Pune District; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Flexible hours

Long Service awards

Group term life insurance

Mediclaim hospitalisation for self, aff

Company-sponsored higher education and

Job summary

Persistent Systems in Pune is seeking an experienced Data Analyst - Business Consultant to analyze business data, identify trends, and generate insights to support strategic decisions. You will work with stakeholders to translate requirements into actionable analytics.

The role emphasizes dashboards, KPI tracking, and data-driven process improvements, using SQL, Excel, and BI tools like Power BI or Tableau, with a hybrid work setup and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience in Data Analysis using SQL, Excel, and BI tools such as Power BI or Tableau.
• Experience creating executive-level reports, scorecards, and operational dashboards.
• Ability to translate complex business requirements into analytical frameworks and reporting solutions.
• Knowledge of KPI development, business metrics, and performance measurement techniques.
• Data governance, data quality, and reporting best practices.

Responsibilities

• Collect, validate, clean, and analyze data from multiple internal and external sources.
• Create dashboards, reports, scorecards, and visualizations to support business decision-making.
• Translate business requirements into meaningful data analysis and actionable recommendations.
• Identify trends, patterns, anomalies, and business opportunities through detailed data analysis.
• Monitor KPIs and provide regular performance reporting.
• Develop and maintain interactive dashboards using Power BI, Tableau, or similar BI tools.
• Conduct business performance analysis and provide insights to improve operational efficiency.
• Perform data validation and quality checks to ensure accuracy and reliability of reporting.
• Work closely with business stakeholders to understand challenges and recommend data-driven solutions.
• Support strategic initiatives through quantitative analysis and impact assessment.
• Present findings, insights, and recommendations to business and leadership teams.
• Assist in defining reporting standards, metrics, and performance measurement frameworks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous process improvement initiatives.
• Support ad-hoc analysis and reporting requests from business stakeholders.

Skills

Data analysis

SQL

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

Dashboard development

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Data Analyst - Business Consultant who can analyze business data, identify trends, and generate actionable insights to support strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will work closely with business stakeholders to understand requirements, translate complex data into meaningful recommendations, and drive process improvements that enhance business performance. This role requires a balance of analytical expertise, business acumen, and consulting capabilities to help organizations make data-driven decisions.

• Role: Data Analyst - Business Consultant
• Location: Pune
• Experience: 3 to 5 Years
• Job Type: Full Time Employment

What You’ll Do:

• Collect, validate, clean, and analyze data from multiple internal and external sources.
• Create dashboards, reports, scorecards, and visualizations to support business decision-making.
• Translate business requirements into meaningful data analysis and actionable recommendations.
• Identify trends, patterns, anomalies, and business opportunities through detailed data analysis.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide regular performance reporting.
• Develop and maintain interactive dashboards using Power BI, Tableau, or similar BI tools.
• Conduct business performance analysis and provide insights to improve operational efficiency.
• Perform data validation and quality checks to ensure accuracy and reliability of reporting.
• Work closely with business stakeholders to understand challenges and recommend data-driven solutions.
• Support strategic initiatives through quantitative analysis and impact assessment.
• Present findings, insights, and recommendations to business and leadership teams.
• Assist in defining reporting standards, metrics, and performance measurement frameworks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous process improvement initiatives.
• Support ad-hoc analysis and reporting requests from business stakeholders.

Expertise You’ll Bring:

• Strong hands-on experience in Data Analysis using SQL, Excel, and BI tools such as Power BI or Tableau.
• Expertise in dashboard development, reporting, and data visualization best practices.
• Ability to perform data validation, trend analysis, forecasting, and business performance analysis.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities to derive actionable insights from complex datasets.
• Experience creating executive-level reports, scorecards, and operational dashboards.
• Knowledge of KPI development, business metrics, and performance measurement techniques.
• Ability to translate complex business requirements into analytical frameworks and reporting solutions.
• Data Analysis and Business Intelligence, including analyzing large datasets, identifying trends, KPIs, and generating actionable business insights.
• Business Processes and Domain Understanding, including stakeholder engagement, process improvement, requirements analysis, and business problem-solving.
• Data Modeling and Reporting, including data structures, data quality management, reporting frameworks, dashboard design, and performance measurement methodologies.
• Consulting and Strategic Decision-Making, including root cause analysis, impact assessments, opportunity identification, and business recommendations based on data insights.
• Data governance, data quality, and reporting best practices.
• Statistical analysis techniques and data interpretation methodologies.
• Database concepts, relational databases, and query optimization.
• Agile methodologies and collaborative project execution.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to explain technical findings to non-technical audiences.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with business leaders, stakeholders, and technical teams.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver insights within defined timelines.
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
• Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
• Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalisation for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

• We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
• Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
• If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment.

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