Client Reporting & Data Processing Specialist (Remote in South Africa)

NielsenIQ; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

NielsenIQ seeks a skilled Reporting & Data Processing Specialist to join their remote operations team in the United States. The role focuses on designing reporting solutions and processing data to support internal stakeholders. Ideal candidates should have over 5 years of experience in a data-driven environment, strong technical skills in SPSS, and the ability to deliver accurate insights to clients. This offers a chance to leverage analytical expertise in a supportive and dynamic workplace.

Benefits

Mentoring Program

Volunteer Time Off

Internal Recognition Program

Free LinkedIn Learning Access

EAP Services

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data processing, reporting, or analytics.
• Proficiency in SPSS and strong analytical skills.
• Experience with scripting languages is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain reporting solutions.
• Process complex datasets and deliver reporting projects.
• Collaborate with teams to support internal projects.

Skills

Data Analysis

Detail Orientation

Problem Solving

Communication

Tools

SPSS

Excel

PowerPoint

Quantum

R

Python

VBA

Job description

Client Reporting & Data Processing Specialist (Remote in South Africa)

Pay Competitive

Location Johannesburg/Gauteng

Employment type Full-Time

Job Description

Req#: R25_0013945|ZA

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilled Reporting & Data Processing Specialist to join our internal operations team. This role is responsible for designing and maintaining reporting solutions, processing complex datasets, and supporting internal stakeholders in delivering high-quality insights to clients. The ideal candidate will have strong data handling skills, experience with reporting platforms and statistical software, and a collaborative mindset.

Key Responsibilities:

Internal Reporting Solutions:

• Capture internal reporting requirements and design solutions using NielsenIQ-approved platforms.
• Support internal teams with, report maintenance, and development.
• Deliver and document recurring and ad hoc reporting projects to ensure consistency and accuracy.
• Improve reporting efficiency through automation, auditing, and decommissioning of outdated reports.
• Provide report specifications to the Reporting team and validate outputs before delivery to client-facing teams.
• Ensure workload and capacity are balanced to meet internal service level agreements (SLAs).

Data Processing & Analytics:

• Deliver specialist data services including data processing, analytics, and data entry.
• Collaborate with the data processing team and other departments to support a wide range of internal projects.
• Clean, code, and convert data into usable format in SPSS.
• Perform data cleaning, editing, recoding, weighting, and statistical testing.
• Review tab specifications for logic, consistency, and feasibility.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in data processing, reporting, or analytics within a research or data-driven environment.
• Proficiency in SPSS, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Quantum, R, Python, or VBA) is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in survey data processing and statistical analysis.
• Familiarity with market research methodologies and syndicated data.
• Project management or client service experience is advantageous.

WE OFFER:

• Mentoring - Mentee Program
• Volunteer time off (global volunteer day)
• Internal Recognition Program
• Free LinkedIn Learning access that helps you discover and develop business, technology-related, and creative skills through over 20,000 courses available in 7 languages)
• Free Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) - NIQ offers support to all associates and their families for their emotional well-being trough professional, timely and confidential counselling services on issues related to everyday concerns & problems, overcome emotional challenges, and maintain a healthy and balanced lifestyle.

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Additional Information

Our Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

About NIQ

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.

For more information, visit NIQ.com

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NielsenIQ is the industry leader in global measurement and data analytics, and the most trusted source for retail and consumer intelligence. We deliver the complete truth to retailers, manufacturers, and our partners through our comprehensive data sets and powerful insights. We enable businesses to make critical decisions confidently, accelerating growth and optimizing performance.

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