Reference Number MMH240430-4
Job Title Data Analyst
Position Type Permanent
Role Family Business Intelligence
Cluster Momentum Life
Remote Opportunity None of the time
Location - Country South Africa
Location - Province Gauteng
Location - Town / City Centurion
Introduction
Through our client-facing brands Metropolitan and Momentum, with Multiply (wellness and rewards programme), and our other specialist brands, including Guardrisk and Eris Property Group, the group enables business and people from all walks of life to achieve their financial goals and life aspirations.
We help people grow their savings, protect what matters to them and invest for the future. We help companies and organisations care for and reward their employees and members. Through our own network of advisers or via independent brokers and utilising new platforms Momentum Metropolitan provides practical financial solutions for people, communities and businesses. Visit us at www.momentummetropolitan.co.za
Role Purpose
Are you a data wizard with a passion for business analysis? We are seeking a talented and experienced individual to join our team as a Data Analyst!
As our new Data Analyst, you will be responsible for cleaning, transforming, and drawing insights from small and structured datasets. In addition, you will work closely with our IT team to create specifications for automating essential reports.
We need someone who not only loves crunching numbers but also has a desire to learn about our business and products. Your natural curiosity and ability to connect with our team will be key to your success in this role.
Attention to detail is a must, and you must be willing to spend time investigating data quality issues with the wider team. But don't worry, we also need someone who can balance the imperfections of real-world data with a focus on achieving our goals.
While some knowledge of software is necessary, we are looking for someone who prefers traditional tools such as Excel and SQL. If you specialize in machine learning, this may not be the role for you, as we will be focused on analyzing historical data rather than predicting the future.
We need someone with a strong numerical background, ideally in mathematical statistics or applied mathematics. And, while we appreciate a diverse skill set, we are not looking for someone whose training is primarily focused on IT.
With 4 to 6 years of real-world experience, you will be a self-starter who is goal-oriented and passionate about delivering on your promises. You won't need constant guidance or micro-management because you take ownership of your work and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Please note that this is a hybrid role. While we acknowledge the benefits of remote working, you will need to be able to work in our office building 2 to 3 times a week.
If you're excited about the prospect of working with a dynamic team to tackle real-world data challenges, we want to hear from you!
Requirements
- Honours degree in Mathematical Statistics or Applied Mathematics. Other postgraduate qualifications with a numerical and statistical aspect and/or experience will be considered.
- 4 to 6 years of experience in data analysis or a related field.
- Strong proficiency in traditional tools such as Excel and SQL
- Life Insurance experience will be beneficial
- Clean, transform, and analyze small and structured datasets to generate insights and recommendations.
- Create specifications for IT teams to automate important reports.
- Collaborate with business teams to understand the product and process being analyzed.
- Investigate data quality issues with the wider team and suggest solutions.
- Communicate complex data insights to technical and non-technical stakeholders, and provide recommendations for action.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop data-driven solutions and strategies.
- Develop and implement data validation checks to ensure accuracy and completeness of data.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to translate abstract business problems into data queries.
- Perform well under pressure.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex data insights in a clear and concise manner.
- Teamwork: Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and willingness to collaborate with other departments and stakeholders.
- Business Acumen: Desire and ability to learn about the business and product, and connect data insights to business goals.
- Goal-Oriented: Self-starter with a passion for delivering on promises and achieving goals.
- Adaptability: Ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, and adapt to changing requirements.
- Exceptional numerical and technical skills
- Attention to Detail
- Passionate about data
