Graduate Data Analyst

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Performance bonuses

Professional development

Access to data tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a bright Graduate Data Analyst to join our expanding analytics team in a remote-first role. You will collect, clean, and analyze datasets, derive insights, and present findings to stakeholders to support strategic decisions.

The ideal candidate holds a quantitative degree and is proficient in SQL, Python or R, plus data viz tools like Tableau or Power BI. Excellent communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field.
• Proficiency in SQL, Python or R.
• Experience with Tableau or Power BI for data visualization.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and process large datasets from various sources.
• Perform data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and correlations.
• Develop databases and data collection systems to optimize efficiency and quality.
• Create reports and visualizations to communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data needs and provide analytical support.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

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

Tools

SQL

Python

R

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking sharp and analytical Graduate Data Analysts to join their expanding team, working entirely remotely. This is an exciting opportunity for recent graduates with a strong aptitude for numbers and a passion for extracting insights from data. You will play a crucial role in collecting, cleaning, analyzing, and interpreting complex datasets to support strategic decision-making across various departments. This remote-first role is ideal for self-motivated individuals who excel at problem-solving, possess strong technical skills in data manipulation and visualization, and are eager to grow their career in data analytics from the comfort of their own location.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and process large datasets from various sources.
• Perform data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and correlations.
• Develop and implement databases, data collection systems, and other strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and quality.
• Create reports and visualizations to communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data needs and provide analytical support.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and languages (e.g., SQL, Python, R).
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication skills, particularly in explaining complex data insights.

Benefits

• Competitive remote salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Flexible remote working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training in advanced analytics.
• Access to cutting-edge data tools and technologies.
• A collaborative and inclusive online team culture.