Data Analyst

Parvana; Rosebank; Presencial; ZAR 350 000 - 480 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Parvana in Cape Town seeks a data operations analyst to support daily data retrieval, validation, and reconciliation. You will help ensure data integrity, oversee storage and quality controls, and communicate with analysts and R&D to translate requirements into reliable data processes.

The ideal candidate holds a relevant tertiary qualification (CS, DS, Statistics, Finance) and 1–3 years of experience, with strong MS SQL skills and solid MS Office proficiency.

Qualificações

• Relevant tertiary qualification ideal (CS, DS, Statistics, Finance).
• 1–3 years of related experience.
• Strong MS SQL skills and good Office proficiency; dashboard experience is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Manage daily data retrieval, validation, reconciliation, and preparation.
• Oversee data storage, auditing, control, and quality data collection techniques.
• Respond to data queries and provide feedback to analysts and R&D.
• Maintain communication with data vendors and external providers.
• Analyse and gather requirements for system enhancements.

Conhecimentos

SQL

Data analysis

Dashboards

SDLC

Formação académica

Bachelors in CS/DS/Statistics/Finance

Ferramentas

MS Office

Dashboarding tools

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Location: Cape Town | Work Type: In Office | Job ID: J

About our client:

With a focus on Africa, China, the UK and the US, this global investment firm offers you an opportunity to be involved with a unique approach to responsible investing whilst driving performance and innovation. This client is guided by a philosophy of investing with care and seeks out top achievers who are looking to redefine and shape the future of the investment industry. Our client holds a firm belief that their work goes beyond financial gains and numbers, recognising the impact of their actions on the lives and futures of those they serve. With a specialised focus on emerging markets and a passion for Africa and China, our client offers independent advice, analysis, and reporting services to a diverse range of asset owners, investment managers, hedge funds, private equity firms, service providers, and brokers.

What you will be doing:

• Manage daily data retrieval, validation, reconciliation, and preparation.
• Oversee data storage, auditing, control, and formulate techniques for quality data collection.
• Respond to data-related queries and provide feedback to key stakeholders, including analysts and the R&D team.
• Maintain communication with data vendors and external providers.
• Analyse and gather requirements for system enhancements.

What our client is looking for:

• A relevant tertiary qualification would be ideal (Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Finance, etc.).
• Data Science / SQL related qualifications would be advantageous.
• 1 - 3 years of relevant experience.
• Strong MS SQL skills, a good understanding of Microsoft Office products, and advantageous dashboarding experience.
• Practical experience and working knowledge of financial instruments.
• Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Agile environment experience are considered advantageous.
• Must be able to run and check data processes while safeguarding the integrity of sensitive data.
• Responsible for identifying and resolving data issues and tracking progress using issue-tracking software.
• Maintains communication with external service providers and communicates clearly and politely in writing and verbally.
• A proactive, detail-oriented, self-motivated team player who is a quick learner and willing to challenge the status quo.

Working Hours:

• Staff work one of two alternating shifts.
• Ordinary hours comprise 7.5 hours of work plus a 1-hour lunch break.
• Overtime is required from time to time to address system or data delivery issues.