Junior Data Analyst (Ai & Analytics) - Sandton

Talent Evolution (Pty) Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 469,000 - 725,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Evolution (Pty) Ltd is seeking a Junior Data Analyst to support data analysis, interpretation and reporting with a focus on AI, data usage, trends and insights within the South African market.

You will help transform raw data into meaningful insights, identify trends, and improve data understanding and usage to support business decisions. The role requires 1–2 years’ experience and a strong interest in AI technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a data analytics, data science, statistics, computer science, information systems or related field.
• 1–2 years of experience in data analysis, business intelligence or a related analytical environment.
• Strong interest in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and emerging AI technologies.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, validate and analyse data from various sources.
• Assist with preparation of regular and ad hoc reports, dashboards and data visualisations.
• Analyse data usage, patterns, trends and performance to identify meaningful insights.
• Support identification of opportunities to improve data quality, reporting and data utilisation.
• Assist with AI-focused analytics and exploring AI tools for data analysis and business processes.
• Monitor emerging AI and data trends relevant to the South African market.
• Analyse datasets to identify trends, anomalies, correlations and opportunities.
• Assist in developing and maintaining dashboards and analytical reports.
• Translate data findings into clear insights for internal stakeholders.
• Support data-driven decision-making with timely analysis.
• Work with internal teams to understand data requirements and analytical needs.

Skills

Data analysis

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in data-related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SQL

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Role Purpose

The Junior Data Analyst will support the analysis, interpretation and reporting of data, with a strong focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), data usage, trends and emerging insights within the South African market. The role will assist in transforming raw data into meaningful insights that support business decisions, identify trends and improve the understanding and use of data and AI.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, validate and analyse data from various sources.
• Assist with the preparation of regular and ad hoc reports, dashboards and data visualisations.
• Analyse data usage, patterns, trends and performance to identify meaningful insights.
• Support the identification of opportunities to improve data quality, reporting and data utilisation.
• Assist with AI-focused analytics, including exploring how AI tools and technologies can be applied to data analysis and business processes.
• Monitor emerging AI and data trends relevant to the South African market.
• Analyse datasets to identify trends, anomalies, correlations and opportunities.
• Assist with developing and maintaining dashboards and analytical reports.
• Translate data findings into clear and understandable insights for internal stakeholders.
• Support data-driven decision-making by providing accurate and timely analysis.
• Work with internal teams to understand data requirements and analytical needs.
• Assist with tracking and analysing customer, product, operational or platform usage data.
• Conduct research into AI, analytics, automation and data-related developments.
• Assist in testing and evaluating AI tools, models and analytical solutions.
• Maintain accurate documentation of data sources, methodologies and analytical outputs.
• Ensure data is handled accurately, responsibly and in accordance with applicable data protection and governance requirements.
• Identify opportunities for automation and improved efficiency through AI and data analytics.

Role Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or relevant qualification in Data Analytics, Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, Economics or a related field.
• 1–2 years’ experience in data analysis, business intelligence, data science or a related analytical environment.
• Strong interest in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and emerging AI technologies.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools.
• Exposure to SQL and/or database querying is advantageous.
• Exposure to Power BI, Tableau or other data visualisation tools is advantageous.
• Basic understanding of statistical analysis, data modelling and data visualisation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good attention to detail and ability to identify trends and anomalies in data.
• Ability to communicate complex data findings clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong research skills and an interest in emerging technology and AI trends.
• A proactive, curious and solutions-oriented approach to working with data.
• South African market and business environment knowledge will be advantageous.
• Must be comfortable working with large datasets and learning new analytical and AI tools.