Junior Data Analyst

Placements24; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health benefits

Training and development opportunities

Paid time off

Company holidays

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa invites a curious and analytical Junior Data Analyst to join their team in Tembisa. This hybrid role supports multiple departments by collecting, cleaning, and analyzing data to provide actionable insights and help shape business decisions.

You will work with complex datasets, develop reports and dashboards, and grow your analytical skills in a supportive environment through collaboration with experienced analysts and business stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field is required.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and languages (Excel, SQL, Python, or R) expected.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and process data from various sources to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Perform data analysis using statistical techniques to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies.
• Develop and generate regular reports and dashboards to communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Assist in creating data visualizations to present complex information understandably.
• Support senior analysts in ad-hoc data requests and analytical projects.
• Maintain data integrity and documentation for all analytical processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

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

Tools

Excel

SQL

Python

R

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a curious and analytical Junior Data Analyst to join their team in Tembisa . In this hybrid role, you will support various departments by collecting, cleaning, and analyzing data to provide actionable insights. You will work with complex datasets, develop reports, and help identify trends and patterns that inform business decisions. This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent graduate passionate about data and eager to grow their analytical skills in a supportive, hybrid work environment. You will contribute to data-driven strategies and work closely with experienced analysts and business stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and process data from various sources to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Perform data analysis using statistical techniques to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies.
• Develop and generate regular reports and dashboards to communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Assist in creating data visualizations to present complex information in an understandable format.
• Support senior analysts in ad-hoc data requests and analytical projects.
• Maintain data integrity and documentation for all analytical processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and languages such as Excel, SQL, Python, or R.
• Basic understanding of statistical concepts and methods.
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Good communication and presentation skills.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary with regular performance reviews.
• Access to health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Opportunities for training and professional development in data science and analytics.
• Hybrid work model offering a balance between office collaboration and remote flexibility.
• A supportive team environment that encourages innovation and learning.
• Paid time off and company holidays.