Senior Data Analyst

Reference: JHB000964-AS-1

An industry leading Bank has an exciting opportunity available for a Senior Data Analyst to join the team that transforms data into actionable insights that support strategic decision-making. Duties & Responsibilities

Why this role exists The team exists to unlock value from data — making it accessible and meaningful to decision makers across the organisation. The team transforms data into actionable insights that support strategic decision-making, optimise operations and drive business performance. By identifying trends, patterns and opportunities, the team enables informed, data-driven decisions and contributes directly to the organisation's strategic objective of being an insights-driven organisation. As a Data Analyst III, you'll operate at the intersection of data, strategy and leadership. This isn't an individual contributor role — you'll lead, mentor and influence, using data to shape how the business thinks and moves

What you'll do

• Make data accessible and meaningful to stakeholders across the organisation

• Transform complex datasets into clear insights that senior decision-makers act on

• Identify trends, patterns and opportunities that drive informed business decisions

• Align data analysis with business strategy and goals

• Provide data-driven recommendations to senior management and influence decision-making

• Lead and mentor less experienced analysts and data teams — sharing knowledge and building capability across the organisation

• Oversee adherence to industry regulations and compliance requirements in the analytics space

Minimum Experience

• At least 8 years of experience in data analysis, with a significant portion in the financial services or banking sector

• Proven track record leading large-scale data analysis projects and driving business impact through data insights

• Mastery of advanced data analysis tools — SQL, Python, R, Tableau and Power BI

• Experience with machine learning algorithms and their application in predictive analytics

• Aligning data analysis with business strategy and goals

• Providing data-driven recommendations to senior management and influencing decision-making

• Leading and mentoring less experienced analysts and data teams — knowledge sharing and training

• Overseeing adherence to industry regulations and compliance requirements in the analytics space

• Market analysis and understanding of economic factors affecting the business

Qualifications (Ideal or Preferred)

• Honours Degree in Analytical/Data/Technical or Other

Knowledge

• Expert mastery in SQL, including query optimization, database design, and ETL processes.

• Expertise in designing and implementing complex dashboards and visualizations.

• Knowledge of machine learning algorithms and their application in predictive analytics.

• Advanced programming skills in Python or R, including experience with machine learning libraries (e.g., scikit-learn, TensorFlow).

• Proficiency in advanced statistical modelling techniques and their application in financial analysis.

• Expertise in advanced predictive analytics techniques and their application in financial services.

• Ability to derive strategic insights from data and align them with business goals.

• Advanced knowledge of risk management techniques and their application in financial analysis.

Skills

• Analytical Skills

• Communications Skills

• Leadership Skills

• Problem solving skills

• Strategic Thinking Skills

Conditions of Employment

• Clear criminal and credit record

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