Senior Data Analyst: Turning Data into Strategic Impact

Sabenza IT & Recruitment; Eersterivier; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Sabenza IT & Recruitment is seeking a Data Analyst to unlock value from data by turning complex information into actionable insights for stakeholders across the organisation. The role collaborates with analysts, engineers, data scientists and business teams to translate needs into data requirements and deliver high-quality analysis and dashboards.

You will develop KPIs, forecasts and models, apply advanced statistics, ensure data quality and governance, and mentor junior analysts while

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Data Analysis, banking/financial services preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in SQL, including complex queries and large datasets.
• Strong Python or R skills, with data manipulation and visualization libraries.
• Advanced Excel, including macros and VBA.
• Experience with Power BI or Tableau and dashboarding.
• Knowledge of data modelling techniques and data structures.
• Experience with data quality, validation and analytical controls.
• Exposure to AI/GenAI and modern data/analytical tools is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced data analysis across multiple business areas to identify trends and opportunities.
• Translate analytical findings into clear business insights for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Lead data analysis projects with planning, scoping, timelines, delivery and quality.
• Develop and maintain KPIs, reports, forecasting, scenario analysis and dashboards.
• Apply advanced statistical techniques and simple predictive models.

Skills

SQL

Python

R

Excel VBA

Education

Bachelor's or Honours Degree in Data/Analytical/Technical field

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Sabenza IT & Recruitment is seeking a Data Analyst to unlock value from data by turning complex information into actionable insights for stakeholders across the organisation. The role collaborates with analysts, engineers, data scientists and business teams to translate needs into data requirements and deliver high-quality analysis and dashboards.

You will develop KPIs, forecasts and models, apply advanced statistics, ensure data quality and governance, and mentor junior analysts while