Data Analyst - Business Intelligence Specialist

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Flexible remote work

Professional development

Collaborative remote culture

Generous PTO

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Data Analyst to join a fully remote team. You will transform raw data into actionable insights, build dashboards, and collaborate across departments to understand data needs.

The role emphasizes data visualization, KPI definition, and clear communication of findings to non-technical stakeholders in a remote-friendly environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field such as Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, CS, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in Data Analyst or BI role.
• Proficiency in SQL for data extraction and manipulation.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and analyze large datasets to identify trends and anomalies.
• Develop and maintain dashboards/reports using BI tools (Tableau, Power BI, Looker).
• Translate data findings into clear, actionable insights for stakeholders.
• Define and track KPIs with departments to monitor progress towards goals.
• Perform ad-hoc data analyses to support initiatives and projects.
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and consistency across outputs.

Skills

SQL

Data visualization

BI tools

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Statistics/ Mathematics/ Economics/ Computer Science

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Looker

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Data Analyst with expertise in Business Intelligence to join their fully remote team. In this role, you will transform raw data into actionable insights that drive strategic business decisions. You will work with various datasets, develop reports and dashboards, and collaborate with stakeholders across different departments to understand their data needs. This is an exceptional opportunity for a data-driven professional looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic, remote-first environment, leveraging data to uncover trends and opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and analyze large datasets from various sources to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive dashboards and reports using BI tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Looker).
• Translate complex data findings into clear, concise, and actionable insights for business stakeholders.
• Collaborate with departments to define key performance indicators (KPIs) and track progress towards business goals.
• Perform ad-hoc data analysis to support specific business initiatives and projects.
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and consistency across all reporting and analytical outputs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
• 2+ years of experience in a Data Analyst or Business Intelligence role.
• Proficiency in SQL for data extraction and manipulation.
• Experience with data visualization and Business Intelligence tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Looker).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of explaining technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Experience working in a remote team environment is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible working hours and a fully remote work setup.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training.
• A collaborative and innovative remote work culture .
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.