Junior Data Analyst - Graduate Opportunity

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health benefits

Professional development

Bonuses

Exposure to data technologies

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking a Graduate Data Analyst to transform raw data into actionable insights that support business decisions. You will work with multiple departments to understand data needs and present findings clearly in a collaborative setting.

The role offers a strong learning curve for recent graduates passionate about statistics, BI tools, and analytics, with a hybrid work model, ongoing development opportunities, and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• 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 visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) and statistical software (e.g., R, Python libraries like Pandas, NumPy).
• Strong understanding of statistical concepts and analytical techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and process large datasets from various sources to ensure data integrity.
• Perform data analysis using statistical methods to identify trends, patterns, and correlations.
• Develop reports and visualizations using tools like Tableau or Power BI to communicate findings effectively.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics.
• Assist in the implementation of data quality improvements and data governance initiatives.

Skills

SQL

Tableau

Power BI

Python

R

Education

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

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Python

R

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a bright and analytical Graduate Data Analyst to join their expanding team in Cape Town . This role is integral to transforming raw data into actionable insights that drive business decisions. You will work closely with various departments to understand their data needs, perform in-depth analysis, and present findings clearly and concisely. This position offers a fantastic learning curve for recent graduates passionate about data, statistics, and business intelligence, within a supportive and collaborative work environment that embraces hybrid working models.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and process large datasets from various sources to ensure data integrity.
• Perform data analysis using statistical methods to identify trends, patterns, and correlations.
• Develop reports and visualizations using tools like Tableau or Power BI to communicate findings effectively.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics.
• Assist in the implementation of data quality improvements and data governance initiatives.

Requirements

• 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 visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) and statistical software (e.g., R, Python libraries like Pandas, NumPy).
• Strong understanding of statistical concepts and analytical techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive graduate salary with potential for bonuses.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility between office and remote work .
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications in data analytics.
• Exposure to diverse business challenges and cutting-edge data technologies.