Reporting & Analytics Manager

Network Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Recruitment seeks an experienced Reporting & Analytics Manager to lead reporting, analytics, and data-driven decision-making within a dynamic financial services environment.

You will guide a high-performing analytics team, collaborate with executives, and drive AI-enabled insights to shape strategic decisions across the business.

Qualifications

• Actuarial Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science or Data Science background.
• Experience leading reporting or analytics teams.
• Experience working with senior stakeholders and executives.
• Developing reporting frameworks and governance for KPI reporting.
• Advanced analytics and machine learning experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and enhance the reporting and analytics capability across the business.
• Deliver insights that support operational, tactical, and strategic decisions.
• Partner with senior stakeholders and executives to drive a data-driven culture.
• Develop and implement reporting frameworks, KPI governance and best practices.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing analytics team.
• Drive innovation through advanced analytics and AI initiatives.
• Present analytical findings and recommendations to executive leadership.

Skills

Analytics leadership

Stakeholder management

Data science

Statistical methods

Programming

Reporting frameworks

Tools

Python

SQL

Power BI

Job description

Are you passionate about turning data into actionable business insights? Do you enjoy leading analytics teams, influencing strategic decisions, and solving complex business challenges through data?

We are seeking an experienced Reporting & Analytics Manager to lead reporting, analytics, and data-driven decision-making within a dynamic financial services environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and enhance the reporting and analytics capability across the business.
• Deliver meaningful insights that support operational, tactical, and strategic decision-making.
• Partner with senior stakeholders and executives to drive a data-driven culture.
• Develop and implement reporting frameworks, KPI governance, and best practices.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing analytics team.
• Drive innovation through advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI initiatives.
• Present analytical findings and recommendations to executive leadership.

Requirements:

• Actuarial Science
• Statistics
• Mathematics
• Computer Science
• Data Science
• Leading reporting or analytics teams
• Working with senior stakeholders and executives
• Developing reporting frameworks and business insights
• Advanced analytics and machine learning
• Managing projects and team performance

Technical Skills

• Python
• SQL
• Power BI
• Advanced Analytics
• KPI Reporting & Governance
• Data Quality and Stewardship Frameworks

Ideal Candidate:

You are:

• A strategic and analytical thinker
• Passionate about data, AI, and innovation
• A strong communicator who can translate data into business value
• An effective leader who enjoys developing people and driving performance
• Comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels of the business