Graduate Data Analyst - Insights Division

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

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote role

Comprehensive training in analytics

Professional development opportunities

Work with diverse datasets

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a motivated Graduate Data Analyst to join the Insights Division. Based in Rustenburg, this fully remote role offers training in SQL, Python, and data visualization, enabling you to develop practical analytics skills while contributing to real business decisions.

You will collect and clean data, perform analyses, build dashboards in Tableau or Power BI, and present findings to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field.
• Proficiency in SQL.
• Familiar with data analysis and visualization tools (Excel, Python, R, Tableau, Power BI).
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication, with the ability to explain complex data clearly.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently in a remote setting.
• Attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Legally authorized to work in South Africa.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and process large datasets from various sources.
• Perform statistical analysis and interpret data to identify key trends and insights.
• Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and visualizations using Tableau or Power BI.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand data needs and deliver actionable insights.
• Assist in the design and execution of A/B tests and other analytical experiments.
• Document data sources, methodologies, and findings.
• Stay updated with the latest trends and techniques in data analytics.
• Contribute to data quality assurance and governance initiatives.
• Present findings and recommendations to relevant teams and management.

Skills

Strong quantitative background

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Detail oriented

Education

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

Tools

SQL

Python

Excel

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent analytics firm, is looking for sharp and analytical Graduate Data Analysts to join their esteemed Insights Division. This exciting opportunity is based in Rustenburg, North West , offering a fantastic starting point for individuals keen on leveraging data to drive business decisions. You will be part of a dynamic team focused on extracting meaningful insights from complex datasets. The role is designed to provide comprehensive training in data analysis tools and methodologies, including SQL, Python, and data visualization techniques. While the role is advertised in Rustenburg, North West , this position offers the flexibility of being fully remote, allowing talented individuals from across the country to apply. We are seeking candidates with a strong quantitative background, excellent problem-solving skills, and a passion for uncovering patterns and trends within data. This role is perfect for a self-starter who thrives in a data-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and process large datasets from various sources.
• Perform statistical analysis and interpret data to identify key trends and insights.
• Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and visualizations using tools like Tableau or Power BI.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand their data needs and deliver actionable insights.
• Assist in the design and execution of A/B tests and other analytical experiments.
• Document data sources, methodologies, and findings.
• Stay updated with the latest trends and techniques in data analytics.
• Contribute to data quality assurance and governance initiatives.
• Present findings and recommendations to relevant teams and management.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
• Proficiency in SQL for data extraction and manipulation.
• Familiarity with data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., Excel, Python libraries like Pandas and Matplotlib, R, Tableau, Power BI).
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex data in a clear manner.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently in a remote setting.
• Attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Must be legally authorized to work in South Africa .
• A proactive approach to identifying and resolving data challenges.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive contract rate, comprehensive training in advanced data analytics tools and techniques, opportunities for professional development, and the flexibility of a fully remote work arrangement. You will gain invaluable experience working with diverse datasets and contribute to impactful business strategies. This is a remote role, offering flexibility and work-life balance.