Remote Apprentice Data Analyst

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote apprenticeship program

Mentorship

Online learning resources

Flexible hours

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay is seeking a remote Apprentice Data Analyst. You will learn to collect, clean, analyze and interpret datasets to uncover insights guiding business decisions, while collaborating with diverse teams in a fully remote setting.

The program offers mentorship, online learning resources, and flexible hours, with a competitive starting salary. Ideal candidates have maths/statistics aptitude, basic Excel, and a strong desire to grow in data science.

Qualifications

• Completed Matric or equivalent; a degree in a quantitative field is advantageous.
• Proficiency in mathematics and statistics.
• Familiarity with spreadsheet software (e.g., Excel) is essential.
• Basic understanding of programming concepts or a willingness to learn quickly.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Assist in collecting and cleaning raw data from various sources.
• Perform exploratory data analysis using statistical techniques and software.
• Create reports, dashboards, and visualizations to communicate findings effectively.
• Support senior analysts in identifying trends, patterns, and anomalies in datasets.
• Learn and apply various data analysis tools and programming languages (e.g., Python, SQL, R).
• Participate in virtual team meetings and contribute to data strategy discussions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Numerical aptitude

Communication skills

Problem solving

Willingness to learn

Programming concepts

Education

Matric or equivalent

Degree in quantitative field (advantageous)

Tools

Python

SQL

R

Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking driven and analytical individuals for a Remote Apprentice Data Analyst position based in Mossel Bay . This is a unique opportunity to launch a career in data science and analytics from anywhere, working with cutting-edge tools and methodologies. You will learn to collect, clean, analyze, and interpret complex datasets to uncover actionable insights that drive business decisions. Working remotely, you'll collaborate with various teams, contributing to data-driven strategies and reports. We are looking for candidates with a strong aptitude for numbers, excellent problem-solving skills, and a passion for technology, who are eager to learn and grow in a fully remote, supportive environment that fosters professional development and innovation in the field of data analytics.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in collecting and cleaning raw data from various sources.
• Perform exploratory data analysis using statistical techniques and software.
• Create reports, dashboards, and visualizations to communicate findings effectively.
• Support senior analysts in identifying trends, patterns, and anomalies in datasets.
• Learn and apply various data analysis tools and programming languages (e.g., Python, SQL, R).
• Participate in virtual team meetings and contribute to data strategy discussions.

Requirements

• Completed Matric or equivalent qualification; a degree in a quantitative field is advantageous.
• Proficiency in mathematics and statistics.
• Familiarity with spreadsheet software (e.g., Excel) is essential.
• Basic understanding of programming concepts or a willingness to learn quickly.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Comprehensive remote apprenticeship program designed for career growth in data analysis.
• Competitive starting salary with opportunities for advancement based on performance.
• Access to online learning resources and mentorship from experienced data professionals.
• Flexible working hours conducive to a remote lifestyle.
• Exposureto diverse datasetsand businesschalltheunits aorts.