Graduate Data Analyst

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Online training resources

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Graduate Data Analyst to join its expanding analytics team in a fully remote capacity. You will work with large datasets, apply statistical methods, and develop dashboards to deliver actionable insights for stakeholders.

The role emphasizes growth, with access to online training resources and professional development, as you gain experience in Excel, SQL, Python or R, and visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking motivated Graduate Data Analysts to join their expanding team, operating in a fully remote capacity. This role is perfect for analytical thinkers eager to leverage data to drive business insights and decision-making. You will work with large datasets, applying statistical techniques and utilizing powerful tools to uncover trends, patterns, and actionable recommendations. This is an ideal starting point for individuals passionate about data science and analytics, offering significant opportunities for growth, skill development, and career advancement within a forward-thinking, geographically distributed organization. You will be an integral part of a team dedicated to transforming raw data into strategic assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and process large datasets from various sources.
• Perform data analysis using statistical methods and data visualization tools.
• Identify trends, patterns, and anomalies within the data to provide actionable insights.
• Develop reports and dashboards to communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand their data needs and provide analytical support.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, and Python or R.
• Experience with data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI is a plus.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication skills for presenting complex data in an understandable manner, suitable for a remote work environment.

Benefits

• Competitive graduate salary with regular salary reviews.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Access to online training resources and professional development courses.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging data projects.