Senior Data Analyst - Banking

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Training programs

Hybrid work Randburg

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking a Senior Data Analyst to turn raw data into actionable business insights within the banking sector. You will collect, clean, analyze, and interpret complex datasets, and build dashboards and reports for stakeholders across the organization.

The role supports a hybrid work model with collaboration between office and remote teams, requiring strong technical and communication skills to explain complex findings to non-technical audiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a quantitative field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in data analysis or BI.
• Proficiency in SQL and data visualization tools.
• Strong statistical analysis and programming skills (Python/R).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and transform large datasets from various sources.
• Perform in-depth data analysis to identify trends and insights.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports using Tableau/Power BI to communicate findings.
• Collaborate with business units to translate data needs into analytics requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve data collection, analysis, and reporting processes.

Skills

SQL

Tableau

Power BI

QlikView

Python

R

Statistical analysis

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Statistics/Math/CS/Economics

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

QlikView

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled and experienced Senior Data Analyst to join their dynamic team in Randburg . This role is critical for leveraging data to drive business insights, improve decision‑making, and enhance customer experiences within the banking sector. You will be responsible for collecting, cleaning, analyzing, and interpreting complex datasets, as well as developing reports and visualizations to communicate findings effectively. Working in a hybrid capacity, you’ll collaborate with business stakeholders and data engineers both in the office and remotely, transforming raw data into actionable intelligence. If you have a passion for data and a keen eye for detail, this position offers a challenging and rewarding career path.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and transform large datasets from various sources to ensure data quality and integrity.
• Perform in-depth data analysis using statistical techniques and tools to identify trends, patterns, and insights.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports using data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) to present findings to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with business units to understand their data needs and translate them into analytical requirements.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements in data collection, analysis, and reporting to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Data Analyst, Business Intelligence Analyst, or similar role, preferably within the banking or financial services industry.
• Proficiency in SQL for data extraction and manipulation, and experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, QlikView).
• Strong statistical analysis skills and experience with programming languages like Python or R is a significant advantage.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex findings to non-technical audiences.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for annual bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and insurance benefits.
• Opportunities for advanced training and professional certifications in data analytics.
• A stimulating work environment with cutting-edge technology and data-driven culture.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement in Randburg , balancing office collaboration and remote flexibility.