Junior Data & Business Analyst (Hybrid)

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 210,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training program

Mentorship

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking a motivated Junior Business Analyst. The role blends in-office collaboration with remote flexibility, ideal for a recent graduate passionate about data and business intelligence.

You will bridge business needs with technology, analyze datasets, and contribute to process improvements while working within a supportive, growth-oriented team. Training and mentorship are provided.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Business, Data Science, IT, Economics, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, or Python is highly desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of business principles and processes.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is a plus.
• Based in or willing to relocate to the Pietermaritzburg area for hybrid work.

Responsibilities

• Gather and document business requirements from stakeholders.
• Analyze large datasets to identify trends, patterns, and insights.
• Develop reports and dashboards to visualize key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Support the implementation of new business processes and systems.
• Collaborate with technical teams to translate business needs into functional specifications.
• Conduct user acceptance testing (UAT) and provide feedback.
• Participate in cross-functional team meetings to discuss project progress and challenges.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of data analysis methodologies.
• Maintain documentation related to business processes and data models.
• Identify opportunities for process automation and efficiency gains.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Written communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Data Science, IT, or Economics

Tools

Excel

SQL

Python

Job description

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking a motivated Junior Business Analyst. The role blends in-office collaboration with remote flexibility, ideal for a recent graduate passionate about data and business intelligence.

You will bridge business needs with technology, analyze datasets, and contribute to process improvements while working within a supportive, growth-oriented team. Training and mentorship are provided.