Remote Data Analyst - Insurance Sector

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 680,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Remote work flexibility

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Data Analyst for a fully remote role supporting operations across South Africa. You will collect and clean large datasets, perform in-depth analysis, and create dashboards to inform business decisions.

The ideal candidate has a 4+ year track record in data analytics, strong SQL/Python/R skills, and experience with Tableau or Power BI. You will collaborate across departments while ensuring data quality and privacy compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field (Data Science/Statistics/CS/Math).
• Minimum 4 years of Data Analyst experience, preferably in insurance/financial services.
• Proficiency in SQL, Python (Pandas/NumPy), and R.
• Experience with Tableau or Power BI.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and process large datasets from multiple sources in the insurance domain.
• Perform in-depth data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and correlations.
• Develop data models and algorithms to support business decisions.
• Create visualizations and dashboards to communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Generate regular KPI and business metric reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data needs and drive improvements.
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and compliance with privacy regulations.

Skills

SQL

Python

R

Statistical concepts

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a progressive insurance technology firm, is seeking a skilled Data Analyst to join their fully remote team, supporting operations across South Africa. This role is critical for extracting actionable insights from vast datasets to enhance business strategies, improve customer experiences, and optimize operational efficiency. You will be responsible for data collection, cleaning, analysis, and visualization, working closely with various departments to translate complex data into understandable reports and recommendations. This is an exceptional opportunity for a data-savvy professional who thrives in a distributed work environment. As a remote position, it offers unparalleled flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa, fostering a strong work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and process large datasets from various sources within the insurance domain.
• Perform in-depth data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and correlations.
• Develop and implement data models and algorithms to support business decision-making.
• Create compelling data visualizations and dashboards to communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Generate regular reports on key performance indicators (KPIs) and business metrics.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., marketing, operations, product development) to understand data needs.
• Identify areas for process improvement based on data analysis.
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and compliance with data privacy regulations.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and technologies in data analysis and business intelligence.
• Support ad-hoc data requests and analytical projects.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Data Analyst, preferably within the insurance or financial services sector.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and programming languages such as SQL, Python (Pandas, NumPy), R.
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Strong understanding of statistical concepts and methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Effective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage projects effectively in a fully remote setting.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data quality.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical aid and a retirement fund.
• This fully remote position provides significant flexibility and autonomy, allowing you to structure your workday effectively.
• Opportunities for professional development, online courses, and conference attendance are provided.

Join a dynamic and innovative company that values data-driven decision-making and offers substantial career growth potential within the thriving insurance tech industry. Work from anywhere in South Africa.