Graduate Data Analyst

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Mentorship

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a bright Graduate Data Analyst to join their analytics team in the United States. This entry-level role provides a fantastic opportunity to sharpen data interpretation, reporting, and insight generation within a business-critical context.

You will work with large datasets using SQL, Python, and BI tools to extract meaningful information and support strategic decisions across departments. A strong quantitative background and clear communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field is required.
• Proficiency with SQL, Python or R for data querying and analysis.
• Experience with Tableau or Power BI for visualizations.
• Strong statistical concepts and data modeling knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and preprocess large datasets from various sources.
• Perform data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and insights relevant to business objectives.
• Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and visualizations using BI tools.
• Assist in the interpretation of data findings and present them to stakeholders in a clear, concise manner.
• Collaborate with business units to understand their data needs and provide analytical support.
• Contribute to the development of data models and analytical methodologies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field

Tools

SQL

Python

R

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for bright and analytical Graduate Data Analysts to join their analytics team in George. This role offers a fantastic chance for recent graduates to develop their skills in data interpretation, reporting, and insight generation within a business-critical context. You will work with large datasets, utilizing advanced tools to extract meaningful information that informs strategic decision-making across various departments. If you have a strong quantitative background and a passion for uncovering trends and patterns, this is an ideal entry point into the world of data analytics.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and preprocess large datasets from various sources.
• Perform data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and insights relevant to business objectives.
• Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and visualizations using BI tools.
• Assist in the interpretation of data findings and present them to stakeholders in a clear, concise manner.
• Collaborate with business units to understand their data needs and provide analytical support.
• Contribute to the development of data models and analytical methodologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and programming languages (e.g., SQL, Python, R).
• Experience with data visualization tools like Tableau, Power BI, or similar.
• Strong understanding of statistical concepts and data modeling techniques.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Good communication skills, with the ability to explain complex data findings simply.

Benefits

• Competitive graduate salary with performance incentives.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications in data analytics.
• Exposure to diverse datasets and advanced analytical techniques.
• A hybrid work model balancing in-office collaboration and remote flexibility.
• Supportive team environment with experienced mentors.