Data Analytics Trainee

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship and training

Potential for full-time employment

Access to modern analytical tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Data Analytics Trainee for its Mossel Bay office. You will learn to collect, clean, analyze, and visualize data alongside experienced data scientists, contributing to business insights and strategic decisions.

This role blends on-site collaboration with remote tasks, offering a dynamic work experience. This traineeship provides mentorship, practical training, and opportunities for future full-time employment based on performance.

Qualifications

• Completed Matriculation or equivalent qualification.
• A demonstrable interest or qualification in a quantitative field (e.g., Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science).
• Basic understanding of statistical concepts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Eagerness to learn new technologies and analytical techniques.
• Must reside in or be able to commute to Mossel Bay, Western Cape.

Responsibilities

• Assist in data collection from various sources.
• Clean and preprocess data to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Perform basic data analysis and identify key trends.
• Develop visualizations and reports to communicate findings.
• Support senior analysts in data-mining and statistical modeling tasks.
• Learn and utilize data analysis tools and software (e.g., Excel, SQL, Python/R basics).
• Contribute to the development of dashboards and analytical reports.
• Collaborate with team members on data-related projects.
• Assist in maintaining data integrity and database management.
• Research industry trends and best practices in data analytics.

Skills

Quantitative field interest

Analytical thinking

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent learner

Education

Matriculation

Foundation in Statistics/Mathematics

Tools

SQL basics

Python/R basics

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking financial services firm, is seeking an enthusiastic Data Analytics Trainee to join their innovative team in Mossel Bay, Western Cape . This is an exceptional opportunity for individuals passionate about data and eager to develop their analytical skills in a practical, business-oriented setting. You will work alongside experienced data scientists and analysts, contributing to projects that drive business insights and strategic decision-making. The program offers a blend of structured learning and real-world application, where you will learn to collect, clean, analyze, and visualize data. This role involves a mix of on-site collaboration for team synergy and remote work for focused individual tasks, offering a dynamic work experience. We are looking for candidates with strong logical reasoning abilities, a foundational understanding of statistics, and a keen interest in uncovering trends and patterns within data. If you are a quick learner, detail-oriented, and excited by the prospect of turning raw data into actionable intelligence, this traineeship is an ideal starting point for your career.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in data collection from various sources.
• Clean and preprocess data to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Perform basic data analysis and identify key trends.
• Develop visualizations and reports to communicate findings.
• Support senior analysts in data-mining and statistical modeling tasks.
• Learn and utilize data analysis tools and software (e.g., Excel, SQL, Python/R basics).
• Contribute to the development of dashboards and analytical reports.
• Collaborate with team members on data-related projects.
• Assist in maintaining data integrity and database management.
• Research industry trends and best practices in data analytics.

Requirements

• Completed Matriculation or equivalent qualification.
• A demonstrable interest or qualification in a quantitative field (e.g., Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science).
• Basic understanding of statistical concepts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Eagerness to learn new technologies and analytical techniques.
• Must reside in or be able to commute to Mossel Bay, Western Cape.

Benefits

This traineeship offers a competitive stipend, allowing you to gain valuable experience while earning. You will receive dedicated mentorship and training from industry professionals, equipping you with essential data analysis skills. Opportunities for further development and potential full-time employment within the company based on performance. Gain exposure to real-world business challenges and data-driven solutions. Access to modern analytical tools and platforms. Our client is committed to fostering talent and provides a collaborative and innovative work environment. This role is perfect for launching a career in the growing field of data analytics, offering a solid foundation for future growth and specialization.