Remote Senior Data Analyst - Insurance Analytics

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical aid

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Training programs

Remote work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Data Analyst to join its analytics team in a fully remote role based in South Africa. You will extract insights from large insurance datasets, build models, and create dashboards for diverse stakeholders.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in data analytics within the insurance domain, advanced SQL skills, proficiency in Python or R, and experience with Tableau or Power BI. Remote work is supported with strong collaboration across business units.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, or related quantitative field.
• Minimum 5 years of professional Data Analyst experience, insurance focus preferred.
• Strong SQL for data extraction and manipulation.
• Expertise in data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI.
• Programming skills in Python or R for analysis and modeling.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, transform, and analyze large insurance-related datasets.
• Develop analytical models to identify trends in customer behavior, risk, pricing, and claims.
• Create dashboards and data visualizations for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate with underwriting, claims, and marketing to understand data needs.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and data governance.

Skills

SQL

Python

R

Statistics

Data visualization

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in a quantitative field

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leader in digital insurance solutions, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Analyst to join their analytics team. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere in South Africa. You will be instrumental in extracting actionable insights from complex datasets related to insurance operations, customer behavior, and market trends. Your expertise will drive strategic decision-making, optimize business processes, and enhance product development. This role requires a strong analytical mindset, proficiency in data manipulation and visualization tools, and a deep understanding of the insurance domain. You will be a key contributor to our client's data-driven strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, transform, and analyze large datasets from various sources within the insurance sector.
• Develop and implement advanced analytical models to identify trends, patterns, and insights related to customer behavior, risk, pricing, and claims.
• Create compelling data visualizations and dashboards to communicate findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate with business units (e.g., underwriting, claims, marketing) to understand their data needs and provide analytical support.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and business optimization through data analysis.
• Develop reports and presentations summarizing key findings and strategic recommendations.
• Contribute to the development of data governance policies and best practices.
• Stay current with the latest data analysis techniques, tools, and technologies.
• Mentor junior data analysts and share knowledge within the team.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy in all analytical outputs.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• A minimum of 5 years of professional experience as a Data Analyst, with a strong focus on the insurance industry.
• Advanced proficiency in SQL for data extraction and manipulation.
• Expertise in data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar.
• Strong programming skills in Python or R for statistical analysis and modeling.
• Experience with statistical modeling, machine learning techniques, and predictive analytics is highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex data insights effectively.
• Familiarity with data warehousing concepts and big data technologies is a plus.
• Must be authorized to work remotely from South Africa and possess a reliable internet connection.

Benefits

This fully remote position offers a highly competitive salary, performance bonuses, and potential for stock options. Employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, including private medical aid, life insurance, and excellent retirement fund contributions. Our client is committed to employee growth, offering access to extensive training programs, online courses, and opportunities to work with cutting-edge technologies. Enjoy the ultimate flexibility of working from home with a supportive team environment and resources tailored for remote work. Be a pivotal part of a forward-thinking company shaping the future of insurance analytics from anywhere in South Africa.