Senior Data Analyst

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 650,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical & dental insurance

Professional development

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Data Analyst to join our Upington team, transforming large datasets into actionable insights that inform strategic decisions. You will collect, clean, analyze, and interpret data, and present findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders in a hybrid work setting.

The ideal candidate holds a quantitative bachelor’s degree, 5+ years of data analysis experience, and proficiency in SQL plus Tableau or Power BI.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of experience in data analysis, business intelligence, or a similar role.
• Proficiency in SQL for data extraction and manipulation.
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to work effectively in a hybrid setting.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and process large datasets from various sources to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
• Perform in-depth data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and insights that inform business strategy.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to visualize key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics.
• Communicate complex analytical findings and recommendations effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate with business units to understand their data needs and provide analytical support.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and data quality enhancements.

Skills

Data analysis

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in quantitative field

Tools

SQL

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly analytical and insightful Senior Data Analyst to join their team, supporting operations from their Upington location. This role is crucial for transforming complex datasets into actionable business insights that drive strategic decision-making. You will be responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities. Working collaboratively with various departments, you will present findings and recommendations clearly and concisely. The ideal candidate is proficient in data analysis tools and techniques and thrives in a hybrid work environment that blends focused analytical work with team collaboration, contributing to a data-driven culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and process large datasets from various sources to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
• Perform in-depth data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and insights that inform business strategy.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to visualize key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics.
• Communicate complex analytical findings and recommendations effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate with business units to understand their data needs and provide analytical support.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and data quality enhancements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of experience in data analysis, business intelligence, or a similar role.
• Proficiency in SQL for data extraction and manipulation.
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to work effectively in a hybrid setting.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Hybrid work model offering a blend of remote and in-office flexibility.
• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance.
• Opportunities for professional development and training in data analytics.
• A collaborative environment focused on leveraging data for business success in Upington .