Junior Data Analyst Apprentice

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive stipend with advancement

Mentorship from data professionals

Hands-on experience with real data

Career growth in analytics

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a Junior Data Analyst Apprentice to kick start a career in data interpretation, visualization, and reporting under seasoned analysts.

You will learn to extract insights from large datasets, support the analytics team, and gain hands-on experience with real business data while developing technical skills in Excel, SQL, and Python.

Qualifications

• A keen interest in data analysis and statistical concepts.
• Strong mathematical aptitude and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential; familiarity with SQL or Python is a plus.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Completed matriculation or equivalent qualification.
• Must be able to commute to our Pretoria office.

Responsibilities

• Assist in collecting, cleaning, and organizing large datasets.
• Perform basic data analysis and identify trends and patterns.
• Create clear and concise data visualizations and reports.
• Support senior analysts in ad-hoc data requests and projects.
• Learn and apply various data analysis tools and techniques.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity throughout the analysis process.

Skills

Data analysis

Mathematics

Excel

SQL

Python

Attention to detail

Education

Matriculation

Tools

Excel

SQL

Python

Job description

About the Role

Join our client as a Junior Data Analyst Apprentice in Pretoria and embark on a career path analyzing complex datasets. This apprenticeship offers a unique chance to develop skills in data interpretation, visualization, and reporting under the guidance of experienced analysts. You will learn to extract meaningful insights that drive business decisions, contributing to a data-driven culture. This role is perfect for analytical minds who are curious, detail-oriented, and eager to make an impact in a challenging and rewarding field, working within a dedicated analytics team.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in collecting, cleaning, and organizing large datasets.
• Perform basic data analysis and identify trends and patterns.
• Create clear and concise data visualizations and reports.
• Support senior analysts in ad-hoc data requests and projects.
• Learn and apply various data analysis tools and techniques.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity throughout the analysis process.

Requirements

• A keen interest in data analysis and statistical concepts.
• Strong mathematical aptitude and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential; familiarity with SQL or Python is a plus.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Completed matriculation or equivalent qualification.
• Must be able to commute to our Pretoria office.

Benefits

• Competitive training stipend with advancement potential.
• Hands-on experience with real business data and analytics tools.
• Mentorship from seasoned data professionals.
• Clear path for career growth within the data analytics field.
• Opportunity to contribute to key business insights.
• Collaborative team environment focused on learning.