Senior Data Insights & Analytics Lead

Old Mutual Life Assurance Company (SA) Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 720,000 - 960,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Mutual Life Assurance Company (SA) Ltd is seeking a Senior Data Analyst to lead the delivery and enhancement of data-driven dashboards, calculators and decision-support tools within the Corporate Data Team. The role focuses on translating complex data into actionable insights for strategic decisions, fund design and client outcomes.

You will work with SQL, Python, R and Power BI to ensure data accuracy, governance and scalability, collaborating with the Head of Data to shape data flows and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in data analysis, statistics, mathematics, data science, BI, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in data analysis, BI or related field.
• Proficient in R, Python, SQL, Power BI and other data analysis tools.
• Strong project management skills; able to manage multiple projects.
• Excellent ability to communicate complex data insights to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of retirement and financial services industry.

Responsibilities

• Collect, sanitise, analyse and interpret data to provide internal insights.
• Visualise data flows and sets for meaningful insights.
• Design and develop reports, dashboards and data visualisation tools for stakeholders.
• Maintain and operate data-driven tools ensuring accuracy and reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify data-driven solutions.
• Stay up-to-date with BI trends and best practices.
• Present insights and results to internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

SQL

Python

R

Power BI

Education

Bachelor's degree in data analysis / statistics / mathematics / data science / BI

NQF Level 7 – Degree or equivalent

Job description

Old Mutual Life Assurance Company (SA) Ltd is seeking a Senior Data Analyst to lead the delivery and enhancement of data-driven dashboards, calculators and decision-support tools within the Corporate Data Team. The role focuses on translating complex data into actionable insights for strategic decisions, fund design and client outcomes.

You will work with SQL, Python, R and Power BI to ensure data accuracy, governance and scalability, collaborating with the Head of Data to shape data flows and