Sandton: Data Analyst I

Job Description Gathers data from various sources such as databases, spreadsheets, APIs and surveys Cleans and preprocesses data to ensure accuracy and consistency Creates dashboards and visualizations using tools such as Tableau, Power BI or Excel Writes queries using SQL to extract and manipulate data Presents findings in a clear and compelling manner to stakeholders Generates regular reports to track performance metrics and KPIs Uses statistical techniques to identify trends, patterns and correlations Performs exploratory data analysis to uncover insights Segments data to understand different user behaviours or market segments Collaborates with teams to understand business goals and data needs Translates business questions into data queries and analysis Provides recommendations based on data driven insights Ensures data privacy and security standards are met Follows organisational and legal guidelines for data handling Performs predictive modelling to forecast trends and behaviours Evaluates model performance using metrics such as accuracy and precision Deploys models into production environments for real time decision making Collaborates with stakeholders to understand business problems Translates complex data findings into actionable recommendations Influences product development, marketing strategies and operational efficiency Stays updated with the latest techniques in AI, ML and data science Experiments with new algorithms and approaches Prevents wastage and identifies process improvements to contain and reduce costs Creates, updates, reviews and maintains defined processes Assesses, analyses and optimises end to end business processes to improve efficiencies, customer and employee experience and remove inefficiencies Facilitates and coordinates end to end implementation of prioritised and approved projects Analyses business processes and workflows to identify improvement or automation opportunities and facilitates implementation Develops, encourages and nurtures collaborative relationships Assesses own performance through seeking timely and clear feedback and requests training where appropriate Develops new insights into situations and applies innovative solutions to make organisational improvements Ensures compliance with legislative and audit requirements and adherence to relevant processes Compiles reports that track progress and guide business decision making Compiles reports relating to building technical equipment Focuses on providing optimal services and improving service delivery processes to meet or exceed customer expectations Builds working relationships across teams and functional lines to enhance work delivery, collaboration and innovation Performs user acceptance testing Collaborates with stakeholders including Risk, Compliance, Operations, Legal, Sales, Brand and Customer Experience and Fleet and Leasing Translates business requirements into functional requirements Evaluates business processes, anticipates requirements, uncovers areas for improvement and designs and implements solutions Minimum Qualification Relevant degree in BSc Information Systems, BCom Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Technology, Bachelor of Business Science or related 5 years experience within Financial Services or Automotive, of which 1 to 2 years experience as a Data Analyst or Data Scientist Knowledge Required Knowledge of data analysis, interpretation and presentation to stakeholders in a simplified manner Experience in development and interpretation of reports Ability to write SQL queries to extract and manipulate data Use of programming languages such as Python or R for deeper analysis