Lead Business Intelligence Analyst

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 97,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement planning

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, is seeking an experienced Lead Business Intelligence Analyst to lead a small BI team and turn raw data into actionable insights. You will design, develop, and implement BI solutions, dashboards, and reports that reveal KPIs and trends, and work closely with department heads to meet data analysis needs.

This hybrid role offers remote flexibility while staying connected with the Queenstown community, with a focus on mentoring junior analysts, ensuring data

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in information systems, computer science, statistics, or related field.
• 5+ years in BI, data analysis, or related role, with 2+ years in leadership.
• Proven BI tooling experience: Power BI/Tableau/QlikView or similar.
• Strong SQL skills for data extraction and manipulation.
• Experience with data modeling and database design.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain robust BI dashboards and reports using Power BI, Tableau, or QlikView.
• Analyze complex datasets to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Translate business requirements into technical BI specifications.
• Lead data warehousing design and implementation.
• Mentor junior BI analysts and collaborate with stakeholders across departments.
• Ensure data accuracy and consistency across BI platforms.
• Stay up-to-date with BI tools, technologies, and best practices.
• Present findings and recommendations to senior management.

Skills

SQL

Data modeling

Data visualization

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems or related field

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

QlikView

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a growing financial services firm located in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, is looking for an experienced Lead Business Intelligence Analyst to join their expanding team. This role is pivotal in transforming raw data into actionable insights that drive strategic business decisions. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing BI solutions, dashboards, and reports that provide a clear view of key performance indicators and trends. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, expertise in data visualization tools, and a deep understanding of business operations. You will lead a small team of analysts, mentor junior staff, and collaborate closely with department heads across the organization to meet their data analysis needs. This hybrid role offers the benefit of working within the Queenstown community while enjoying the flexibility of remote work.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain robust business intelligence dashboards and reports using tools like Power BI, Tableau, or QlikView.
• Analyze complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for business improvement.
• Translate business requirements into technical specifications for BI solutions.
• Lead the design and implementation of data warehousing solutions.
• Mentor and guide junior BI analysts, fostering their technical and analytical skills.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across departments to understand their data needs and deliver relevant insights.
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and consistency across all BI platforms.
• Proactively identify areas where data analysis can provide strategic value.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest BI tools, technologies, and best practices.
• Present findings and recommendations to senior management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Statistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in business intelligence, data analysis, or a related role, with at least 2 years in a leadership or mentoring capacity.
• Proven expertise with BI tools such as Power BI, Tableau, QlikView, or similar.
• Strong SQL skills for data extraction and manipulation.
• Experience with data modeling and database design.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong understanding of business processes and financial reporting.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a hybrid team.
• Familiarity with cloud data platforms (e.g., Azure Synapse, AWS Redshift) is a plus.
• Experience within the financial services sector in the Eastern Cape is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health insurance, retirement planning assistance, and opportunities for professional development.
• You will join a stable and growing organization that values data-driven decision-making and employee growth.
• Enjoy a flexible hybrid work model, balancing collaboration in Queenstown with the convenience of remote work, and contribute significantly to the strategic success of the company in the Eastern Cape.