Remote Data Analyst

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work

Professional development

Cutting-edge tools & tech

Collaborative virtual team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Remote Data Analyst to join a fully remote team. The role focuses on extracting insights from large datasets, building dashboards, and supporting strategic decisions across business units, with work from Benoni, Gauteng and beyond.

The ideal candidate has a quantitative background, hands-on SQL, and experience with Tableau/Power BI, plus Python/R familiarity. This remote position offers flexibility and global collaboration within a forward-thinking

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field is required.
• Proven experience in data analysis and interpretation.
• Proficiency in SQL for database querying.
• Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI).
• Familiarity with Python or R for data analysis.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting and meet deadlines.
• Legally eligible to work remotely within South Africa.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and organize large datasets from various sources.
• Analyze data to identify trends, patterns, and correlations.
• Develop databases, data collection systems, and analytics strategies.
• Interpret data and provide actionable insights for decisions.
• Create reports, dashboards, and visualizations to communicate findings.
• Run queries and ad hoc analyses as needed.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand data needs and deliver solutions.
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and security.

Skills

SQL proficiency

Data visualization

Statistical analysis

Independent work

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Statistics/Math/CS/Economics

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Python (Pandas/NumPy)

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading analytics firm renowned for its cutting-edge solutions, is seeking a highly analytical and meticulous Remote Data Analyst to join their expanding virtual team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a talented individual to leverage their skills in data interpretation, visualization, and reporting within a fully remote work environment. You will be instrumental in extracting actionable insights from complex datasets, supporting strategic decision-making across various business units. The role is based entirely online, offering maximum flexibility and the ability to work from anywhere. If you possess a strong quantitative background, a passion for data-driven problem-solving, and thrive in an independent, results-oriented setting, this position is perfectly suited for you. You will contribute significantly to our client’s ability to understand market dynamics and drive business success from Benoni, Gauteng, and beyond, no matter your physical location.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and organize large datasets from various sources.
• Analyze data to identify trends, patterns, and correlations.
• Develop and implement databases, data collection systems, and data analytics strategies.
• Interpret data and provide insights to guide business decisions.
• Create reports, dashboards, and visualizations to communicate findings effectively.
• Develop and execute database queries and ad hoc analyses.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their data needs and provide solutions.
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and security.
• Stay updated with the latest data analysis tools and techniques.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements in data management and analysis.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• Proven experience in data analysis and interpretation.
• Proficiency in SQL for database querying.
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex findings clearly.
• Familiarity with statistical software packages (e.g., R, Python libraries like Pandas, NumPy).
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented.
• Must be legally eligible to work remotely within South Africa.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering ultimate flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications in data analytics.
• Access to cutting-edge data tools and technologies.
• Collaborative virtual team environment.
• Contribute to impactful data-driven projects from anywhere.
• Work with a forward-thinking organization at the forefront of analytics.