Senior Bi Data Analyst

Nedbank Head Office; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank is seeking a Senior BI Data Analyst to shape their new analytics capability. This role entails significant responsibility for building the SQL infrastructure and moving the organization toward advanced analytics. Ideal candidates will have a strong IT background with over 10 years of experience, alongside specific expertise in data management and analytics tools like Power BI. Opportunities include mentorship and direct influence on data strategy within a transformative team.

Qualifications

• NQF Level: Advanced Diplomas / National 1st Degrees.
• 10 years of IT Operations Experience.
• 8-10 years of relevant job experience.

Responsibilities

• Create a simplified, low-cost IT operating platform.
• Support standardized delivery processes by ensuring compliance.
• Manage performance of direct reports and ensure accountability.

Skills

SQL

Power BI

DAX

Data Management

Database Design

Education

Degree in Information Technology

Degree in Business Management

Degree in Mathematics

Degree in Statistics

Job description

Position: Senior BI Data Analyst

Why join our team!

Join a team at the forefront of transformation where your skills won't just be used, they will be foundational.

As a Senior BI Data Analyst, you'll play a critical role in helping us build a new analytics capability from the ground up.

While we're still in the process of setting up our own SQL Server environment, this role offers a unique opportunity to shape that infrastructure and influence how data is managed, modeled, and leveraged across the business.

You'll be instrumental in moving the organization away from traditional operational reporting into advanced analytics and strategic insight.

This is more than a technical role—it's a chance to be a co-architect of a new BI vision, working closely with leadership to define best practices, mentor others, and solve real business problems with data.

If you're excited by building something meaningful, influencing data strategy, and being part of a forward-thinking team, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Job Purpose

To ensure support and maintenance of the data warehouse in line with the data model; manage metadata repository; and provide business intelligence analysis through strategic and operational support.

Job Responsibilities

1. Create a simplified, low-cost IT operating platform.
2. Deliver results through ensuring plans are approved and accepted.
3. Manage resources to execute and achieve business strategies and metrics.
4. Identify and manage risks arising from own department to optimize value.
5. Support standardized delivery processes by ensuring compliance with standards, policies, and regulations.
6. Improve delivery capabilities and capacity.
7. Enhance productivity and day-to-day operations.
8. Make quality and timely decisions.
9. Deliver best practice services that meet and exceed client expectations.
10. Monitor and manage stakeholder expectations including clients, service providers, and partners.
11. Build trust and respect through integrity in actions.
12. Maintain effective communication and relationship networks across all levels.
13. Ensure direct reports understand and support the company's vision, values, and strategy.
14. Participate in recruitment and contribute to team effectiveness.
15. Contribute to a culture of transformation and participate in culture-building initiatives.
16. Stay updated with developments in the field for personal and professional growth.
17. Lead by example, embracing the company's vision and values.
18. Address issues from culture surveys and work towards improvement.
19. Deliver client-centric, world-class service.
20. Manage performance of direct reports and ensure accountability.
21. Share knowledge and foster an environment of continuous improvement.
22. Enhance work processes, productivity, and reduce costs.
23. Ensure proper financing of the function.
24. Achieve planned projects and deliverables within budget.
25. Contribute to creating a low-cost IT operating platform and improve time-to-market.
26. Improve delivery capabilities and meet transformational targets.
27. Achieve business optimization.

Essential Qualifications

- NQF Level: Advanced Diplomas / National 1st Degrees

- Preferred: Degree in Information Technology, Business Management, Mathematics, or Statistics

Minimum Experience

• 10 years of IT Operations Experience
• 8-10 years of relevant job experience
• 5 years SSIS, SSAS, SSMS/Database Design, Tabular Models, Power BI, SQL experience
• 4 years DAX, Visual Studio experience
• Banking experience is an advantage
• Relevant regulatory knowledge and business writing skills