Reference Data Operations & Quality Analyst

Standardbankgroup; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 560,000; Full time

Job summary

Standardbankgroup is seeking an Operational Reference Data Analyst in Johannesburg to manage and validate reference data across multiple systems. The role emphasizes data quality, governance, and supporting system enhancements.

You will generate analytics, maintain audit trails, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure data integrity. The position requires proficiency in SQL, Excel, and Power BI, with experience in data management and reporting within regulated environments.

Qualifications

• Matric, Diploma, Degree or Postgraduate qualification in Data Analytics, Finance, Risk Management, or Business Analytics.
• Building and maintaining OSD data-quality dashboards.
• Monitoring data publication from CIF to OSD and reporting data discrepancies.
• Tracking remediation of identified discrepancies and exceptions.
• Monitoring OSD data against agreed standards and business rules.
• Refreshing Power BI dashboards and resolving refresh failures.
• Administering access to Reservoir/Lakehouse and conducting quarterly reviews.
• Providing data support for Operational Incident Management.
• Proven experience in data analysis, data management, or a related analytical role.
• Proficiency in SQL and advanced Microsoft Excel for data manipulation and analysis.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Experience with data governance frameworks and MDM platforms.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage operational reference data across systems, ensuring consistency and accuracy.
• Perform data quality assurance and validation checks to identify discrepancies.
• Analyse data issues and implement corrective actions to resolve anomalies.
• Document data processes, governance standards and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to understand data requirements.
• Generate reports and analytics on data integrity metrics and quality performance.
• Support system implementations, data migrations and data cleansing initiatives.
• Maintain audit trails and records of data changes for compliance.

Skills

SQL

Power BI

Excel

Data analysis

Data governance

MDM

Data quality

Tableau

Education

Matric or equivalent

Diploma/Degree in Data Analytics, Finance, Risk Management, or Business Analytics

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

SQL

Excel

Job description

Standardbankgroup is seeking an Operational Reference Data Analyst in Johannesburg to manage and validate reference data across multiple systems. The role emphasizes data quality, governance, and supporting system enhancements.

You will generate analytics, maintain audit trails, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure data integrity. The position requires proficiency in SQL, Excel, and Power BI, with experience in data management and reporting within regulated environments.