BI Data Analyst | Sanlam

Santam presents a career opportunity for a BI Data Analyst within the B.I.T.S. environment, situated in Bellville, Cape Town.

Job Description

Under the guidance of the Data Management Lead, this position entails sourcing and transforming diverse data across the organization into usable formats for developing insightful business analyses. We seek an individual adept at employing various data tools, analysis techniques, and visualization methods to convert data into actionable insights with tangible business value.

The role involves specifying complex business rules using designated toolsets to enable the creation of analytical models. The incumbent must continuously enhance their understanding of data and information.

Additionally, they will analyze data models, test outputs, troubleshoot data issues, and devise solutions in line with best practices. Effective communication with both technical and business teams is crucial, as is recognizing the strategic importance of data management solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Data Preparation:

• Gather data from multiple sources and transform it into interpretable datasets, reports, or dashboards.
• Evaluate new data sources and gathering techniques for effectiveness and accuracy.
• Enhance company data with third-party information when necessary.
• Cleanse, process, and verify data integrity for analysis.
• Perform data profiling of source system data.
• Provide detailed analysis and data mapping for each data item.

Analysis and Visualization:

• Interpret data, analyze results, and provide reports/dashboards.
• Identify trends or patterns in complex data sets.
• Utilize data to address key business questions.
• Maintain dashboards, reporting, and ad hoc requests.
• Assist in maintaining project data models at various levels of detail and functionality.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Collaborate with management and other stakeholders to gather requirements and build relationships.
• Present information using data visualization techniques.
• Facilitate requirements gathering workshops with business units.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to analyze information needs and business processes.

Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma/Bachelor Degree in Information Systems, Statistics, Data Science, or equivalent.
• 2-5 years of experience in data analysis within a BI environment.
• Experience with reporting packages and SQL.
• Ability to translate business requirements into non-technical terms.
• Familiarity with data sources, databases, and data governance.
• Agile development experience preferred.
• Financial services industry experience advantageous.

Knowledge

• Understanding of Data Management and governance.
• Proficiency in project management and business acumen.
• Knowledge of portfolio/program/project management methods and tools such as Agile.

Competencies

• Collaboration and client focus.
• Results-driven and adaptable.
• Innovative problem-solving and decision-making.
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.

Additional Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Customer service orientation and relationship-building skills.
• Thorough knowledge of business, data, and technology environments.
• Ability to manage workload and timelines independently.