Data Analyst

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical and dental insurance

Professional development opportunities

Continuous learning support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Data Analyst to transform raw data into actionable business insights in Nelspruit. You will build reports and dashboards, and communicate findings to stakeholders to support strategic decisions.

The role offers a hybrid work arrangement, combining office collaboration with remote focus time and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field is required.
• Proven experience (2+ years) as a Data Analyst or in a similar analytical role.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and preprocess data from various sources to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Perform data analysis using statistical methods and tools to identify trends, patterns, and correlations.
• Develop and maintain insightful reports, dashboards, and visualizations using tools like Power BI, Tableau, or Looker.
• Translate complex data findings into clear, concise, and actionable recommendations for business stakeholders.
• Collaborate with different departments to understand their data needs and provide analytical support.
• Assist in the development and refinement of data collection and reporting processes.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Excel

SQL

Python

R

Tableau

Power BI

Looker

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and insightful Data Analyst to join their team in Nelspruit . In this role, you will be instrumental in transforming raw data into actionable business insights. You will work with diverse datasets, develop reports and dashboards, and communicate findings to stakeholders to support strategic decision‑making. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, providing a balance between collaborative office time and focused remote work. The ideal candidate has a strong analytical mindset and a passion for uncovering patterns within data.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and preprocess data from various sources to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Perform data analysis using statistical methods and tools to identify trends, patterns, and correlations.
• Develop and maintain insightful reports, dashboards, and visualizations using tools like Power BI, Tableau, or Looker.
• Translate complex data findings into clear, concise, and actionable recommendations for business stakeholders.
• Collaborate with different departments to understand their data needs and provide analytical support.
• Assist in the development and refinement of data collection and reporting processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
• Proven experience (2+ years) as a Data Analyst or in a similar analytical role.
• Proficiency in data manipulation and analysis using tools such as Excel, SQL, Python, or R.
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Looker).
• Strong understanding of statistical concepts and analytical techniques.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance plans.
• Opportunity to work with a variety of data sources and business problems.
• Professional development opportunities and continuous learning support.
• Supportive team environment in a growing company located in Nelspruit .