Remote Insurance Data Analyst

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work allowance

Full-time position

Health insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Data Analyst for a fully remote role that supports Mossel Bay operations. You will transform raw insurance data into insights, build dashboards, and collaborate with multiple departments to forecast outcomes and drive decisions.

The role requires 3+ years in insurance data analytics, strong SQL/Python (Pandas, NumPy) or R skills, and experience with Tableau or Power BI. Remote, full-time with learning opportunities and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field.
• At least 3 years of analytics experience in the insurance industry.
• Proficient in SQL, Python (Pandas/Numpy) or R.
• Experience with Tableau or Power BI.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and process large datasets from various insurance sources.
• Develop dashboards and reports to visualize KPIs.
• Perform statistical analysis to identify trends, patterns, and correlations.
• Assist in developing predictive models for risk assessment and customer behavior.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand data needs and provide analytical support.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy throughout all analytical processes.

Skills

SQL

Python

Pandas

NumPy

R

Tableau

Power BI

Statistics

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SQL Server

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly analytical and detail-oriented Remote Insurance Data Analyst to join their fully remote team, supporting operations in Mossel Bay . This role is critical in transforming raw insurance data into actionable insights that drive business decisions. You will work closely with various departments to identify trends, measure performance, and forecast outcomes. This is an excellent opportunity for a data professional who thrives in a remote setting and possesses a strong understanding of the insurance domain.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and process large datasets from various insurance sources.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to visualize key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Perform statistical analysis to identify trends, patterns, and correlations in insurance data.
• Assist in the development of predictive models for risk assessment and customer behavior.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their data needs and provide analytical support.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy throughout all analytical processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
• Proven experience as a Data Analyst , with at least 3 years in the insurance industry.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as SQL, Python (Pandas, NumPy), or R.
• Experience with data visualization tools like Tableau, Power BI, or similar.
• Strong understanding of statistical methods and data modeling techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and remote work allowance.
• Full-time position with flexible working hours.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Access to online learning platforms for continuous skill development.