Junior Specialist Data Analyst

Absa Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent banking institution located in Johannesburg is seeking a motivated Junior Specialist: Data Analyst to join their analytics team. The role involves supporting data-driven decision-making by preparing datasets, analyzing trends, and building dashboards with tools like Power BI. This opportunity is ideal for early-career analysts eager to learn and grow, with mentorship from experienced team members. Candidates should have a relevant degree and strong analytical skills, with knowledge of SQL and Excel as a plus.

Benefits

Mentorship from experienced analysts

Opportunities for career development

Work with modern data tools

Qualifications

• 0–2 years experience in a data or reporting role (internship experience acceptable).
• Certifications in Power BI, SQL, or SAS are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Clean, prepare, and validate data from multiple sources.
• Build reports and dashboards using tools such as Power BI.
• Perform basic data analysis to identify trends and insights.
• Support senior analysts with projects and ad-hoc analysis.
• Work with business teams to understand reporting needs and improve data quality.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Good Excel skills

Basic SQL knowledge

Experience with BI tools

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Ability to learn quickly

Education

Degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computational Mathematics or Computer Science

Higher Diplomas in Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences

Tools

Power BI

SQL

SAS

Job description

Overview

Empowering Africa’s tomorrow, together…one story at a time.

With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.

Job Summary

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Specialist: Data Analyst to join our analytics team. The successful candidate will support data-driven decision-making by preparing datasets, analysing trends, and building dashboards that provide meaningful business insights.

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their analytics career who is eager to learn and grow:

• Grow your analytics skills with mentorship from experienced analysts
• Work with modern data tools and real business challenges
• Opportunities for career development and upskilling

Job Description

Qualifications required

• Degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computational Mathematics or Computer Science
• Certifications in Power BI, SQL, or SAS are an advantage

Skills & Experience Required

• 0–2 years experience in a data or reporting role (internship experience acceptable)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good Excel skills (pivot tables, functions)
• Basic SQL knowledge
• Experience with BI tools (Power BI preferred)
• Attention to detail and good communication skills
• Ability to learn quickly and work well in a team

Key Responsibilities

• Clean, prepare, and validate data from multiple sources
• Build reports and dashboards using tools such as Power BI
• Perform basic data analysis to identify trends and insights
• Support senior analysts with projects and ad-hoc analysis
• Work with business teams to understand reporting needs and improve data quality

Education

Higher Diplomas: Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences (Required)

Note: Absa Bank Limited is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile and add to the diversity of the Bank.

Absa Bank Limited reserves the right not to make an appointment to the post as advertised