Graduate Data Analyst

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 220,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Health, dental, vision insurance

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative remote culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Graduate Data Analyst to join a fully remote team. Ideal candidates will possess a quantitative background and a passion for uncovering trends and patterns within data to inform business decisions.

You will collect, clean, and analyze datasets, developing visualizations and reports to clearly communicate insights to stakeholders. This role suits recent graduates who thrive in a remote-first, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field (Statistics, Mathematics, CS, Economics).
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and languages such as Python (Pandas, NumPy) or R.
• Understanding of SQL and database management concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, with ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and process large datasets from various sources.
• Perform data analysis using statistical methods and programming languages (e.g., Python, R).
• Develop data visualizations and reports to communicate findings effectively.
• Identify trends, patterns, and anomalies in data to provide actionable insights.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data needs and deliver solutions.
• Assist in developing and maintaining data models and databases.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication

Self-motivation

Remote work

Education

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

Tools

Python

R

SQL

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for talented and analytical Graduate Data Analysts to join their expanding team. This is a fully remote position, offering an exciting opportunity for recent graduates to dive into the world of data science and analytics. You will work on challenging projects, extracting insights from complex datasets to inform business decisions. You will be part of a supportive, remote-first culture that values collaboration, continuous learning, and innovation. We are seeking individuals with a strong quantitative background and a passion for uncovering trends and patterns within data, contributing to our client's success from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and process large datasets from various sources.
• Perform data analysis using statistical methods and programming languages (e.g., Python, R).
• Develop data visualizations and reports to communicate findings effectively.
• Identify trends, patterns, and anomalies in data to provide actionable insights.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data needs and deliver solutions.
• Assist in developing and maintaining data models and databases.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and languages such as Python (Pandas, NumPy) or R.
• Understanding of SQL and database management concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training in data analytics.
• A collaborative and inclusive remote work culture.