Freelance Data Analyst

Agensi Pekerjaan Career Wise Sdn Bhd; George Town; On-site; MYR 56,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Agensi Pekerjaan Career Wise Sdn Bhd is seeking a capable data analyst for a three-month, on-site data-analysis project in Penang. This role welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds, including career returners and retirees, to contribute to data cleaning, analysis and insightful reporting.

The successful candidate will collect and validate data, build dashboards, and present findings to management. Strong Excel, data visualization skills, and independence are essential for timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in data analytics, statistics, mathematics, CS, business, finance, economics, or related field.
• Proficiency in Excel, including formulas, PivotTables and data-cleaning functions.
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Python, or similar tools is advantageous.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to explain findings clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
• Careful, organized, able to handle large data volumes.
• Ability to work independently while coordinating with the project team.
• Available to work full-time on-site for the entire three-month project.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, organise and validate project data.
• Analyse data to identify trends, patterns, and insights.
• Prepare reports, dashboards and visualisations.
• Convert data into actionable business findings.
• Perform data reconciliation and investigate inconsistencies.
• Work with the project team to understand reporting requirements.
• Present findings to management and stakeholders.
• Document data sources, calculations and methods.
• Protect confidentiality and integrity of information.
• Deliver all agreed outputs within three-month timeline.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data interpretation

Communication

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Education

Diploma or degree in Data Analytics/Statistics/Math

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

SQL

Python

Job description

We are looking for a capable and analytical individual to support a three-month data-analysis project. Applicants from different backgrounds are welcome, including career returners, homemakers, retirees and experienced professionals seeking a short-term project.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, organise and validate project data.

• Analyse data to identify trends, patterns, errors and useful insights.

• Prepare reports, summaries, dashboards and data visualisations.

• Convert raw data into clear and practical business findings.

• Perform data reconciliation and investigate inconsistencies.

• Work closely with the project team to understand reporting requirements.

• Present findings clearly to management and relevant stakeholders.

• Maintain accurate documentation of data sources, calculations and analysis methods.

• Protect the confidentiality and integrity of company or customer information.

• Complete all agreed deliverables within the three-month project timeline.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Data Analytics, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Business, Finance, Economics or a related field.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, PivotTables and data-cleaning functions.

• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Python or similar tools would be an advantage.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Able to explain findings in a simple and understandable manner.

• Careful, organised and able to work with large volumes of information.

• Able to work independently while coordinating with the project team.

• Must be available to work full-time from the office for the entire three-month project.

Who Can Apply?

We welcome:

• Experienced analysts seeking a short-term assignment.

• Career returners and homemakers with suitable experience.

• Retired professionals interested in project-based work.

• Individuals available for an immediate three-month commitment.

Important Information

This is a freelance, project-based engagement and not a permanent position. Successful applicants must commit to full-time, on-site work for three months until all project deliverables are completed.