Remote Senior Business Analyst - Data Strategy

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work environment

Bonus program

Professional development opportunities

Certifications in data analytics

Exposure to diverse data strategy”s

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Business Analyst with a Data Strategy focus for a fully remote role in the United States. You will guide clients on data governance, architecture, and analytics roadmaps, translating complex data needs into actionable plans and KPIs.

Strong collaboration with virtual stakeholders is essential. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in data-related roles, proficient SQL and BI tools (Tableau/Power BI), and a Bachelor's in a quantitative field; a Master's is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field is required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a BA/Data Analyst/ Data Strategist.
• Experience developing data governance frameworks and data strategies.
• Strong knowledge of database concepts, data warehousing, and data modeling.
• Familiar with BI tools such as Tableau and Power BI.

Responsibilities

• Lead assessment of client data needs and current landscape.
• Develop data strategies incl. governance, quality, architecture, analytics roadmaps.
• Define requirements for data integration and BI solutions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and technical teams remotely.
• Document data models, dictionaries, and data flows.
• Advise on data privacy, security, and compliance best practices.
• Develop KPIs and reports to measure data strategy outcomes.
• Present findings and recommendations clearly to clients.
• Stay updated on trends in data analytics, big data and AI.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Virtual collaboration

Independent work

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Information Systems/Statistics/Mathematics or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SQL

Tableau

Power BI

Data warehousing

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading management consultancy, is seeking a Senior Business Analyst with a specialization in Data Strategy to join their fully remote workforce. This critical role involves working with clients to define and implement effective data strategies that drive informed business decisions and operational improvements. You will analyze data needs, design data governance frameworks, and advise on data architecture and analytics solutions. This position is entirely remote, offering flexibility and the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse range of clients from anywhere. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of data management principles, and the ability to translate complex data requirements into actionable plans. You will be instrumental in helping organizations leverage their data assets to achieve strategic objectives and gain a competitive edge. Join a dynamic, globally connected team focused on delivering impactful data-driven solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the assessment of client data needs, current data landscape, and strategic data objectives.
• Develop comprehensive data strategies, including data governance, data quality, data architecture, and analytics roadmaps.
• Define requirements for data integration, data warehousing, and business intelligence solutions.
• Collaborate virtually with business stakeholders and technical teams to ensure alignment on data initiatives.
• Design and document data models, data dictionaries, and data flow diagrams.
• Advise clients on data privacy, security, and compliance best practices.
• Develop KPIs and metrics to measure the success of data strategy implementation.
• Prepare and deliver clear, concise reports and presentations on data strategy recommendations and findings.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and technologies in data analytics, big data, and artificial intelligence.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Business Analyst, Data Analyst, or Data Strategist, with a focus on data-related projects.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing data governance frameworks and data strategies.
• Strong understanding of database concepts, data warehousing, SQL, and data modeling.
• Familiarity with various BI and analytics tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is highly advantageous.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Superior virtual communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Experience working with clients in the South African market is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Fully remote work environment offering maximum flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional development, training, and certifications in data analytics.
• Exposure to a wide array of challenging data strategy projects.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• A supportive and collaborative virtual team culture.
• The ability to shape data-driven futures for clients.