Junior Business Analyst - Data Analytics

Placements24; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive training

Hybrid work arrangement

Mentorship program

Career advancement

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct in Johannesburg seeks a motivated Junior Business Analyst to gain hands-on experience in data analysis, business process improvement, and stakeholder management. The role supports senior analysts and various business units in a hybrid work model, balancing office and remote work.

Ideal candidates are recent graduates with strong analytical skills, Excel proficiency, and interest in data visualization tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools (Tableau/Power BI).
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in gathering and documenting business requirements from stakeholders across departments.
• Perform data analysis to identify trends and insights for improvements.
• Create reports and dashboards to visualize data and present findings.
• Support development and implementation of new business processes and systems.
• Collaborate with IT to ensure data integrity and system functionality.
• Participate in user acceptance testing (UAT) for new software.
• Contribute to process diagrams and system documentation.
• Prepare presentations to communicate analytical findings to management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

SQL knowledge

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Information Systems, Computer Science, Statistics, Economics, or related field

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is seeking a motivated and analytical Junior Business Analyst to join their dynamic team in Johannesburg, Gauteng . This is an exciting opportunity for a recent graduate to gain hands-on experience in data analysis, business process improvement, and stakeholder management. You will work closely with senior analysts and various business units to understand their needs, identify opportunities for optimization, and contribute to data-driven decision-making. The role involves a hybrid work model, offering flexibility between working from our Johannesburg office and remotely. We are committed to fostering a supportive learning environment where you can develop your professional skills and build a successful career in business intelligence and analytics.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in gathering and documenting business requirements from stakeholders across different departments.
• Perform data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and insights that can drive business improvements.
• Create reports and dashboards using business intelligence tools to visualize data and present findings.
• Support the development and implementation of new business processes and systems.
• Collaborate with IT and other teams to ensure data integrity and system functionality.
• Participate in user acceptance testing (UAT) for new software and system enhancements.
• Contribute to the creation of process flow diagrams and system documentation.
• Prepare presentations to communicate analytical findings and recommendations to management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Information Systems, Computer Science, Statistics, Economics, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; knowledge of SQL or other database querying languages is a plus.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI is advantageous.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Proactive attitude and eagerness to learn new technologies and methodologies.
• Understanding of business processes and SDLC is beneficial.
• Must be eligible to work in South Africa.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary package.
• Comprehensive training and mentorship program.
• Exposure to a variety of industries and business challenges.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the company.
• Hybrid work arrangement promoting work-life balance.
• Contribution to impactful projects that shape business strategy.
• Potential for performance-based bonuses and incentives.