Data Analyst (Cape Town)

The Intelligent Debt Management (IDM) Group, South Africa’s largest and multi-award winning debt management company, has a position available for a Data Analyst.

This individual will join the Business Intelligence Team and will be accountable for mostly (but not limited to only) data analytics and reporting.

What’s in it for you?

Being South Africa’s largest company of its kind – IDM is continuously growing, with no signs of stopping.

One of our core values is ‘growing people’ and we take that very seriously. We have internal learning opportunities to better our people, and leaders who are experts in their fields and freely impart knowledge and are open to new ideas. As one of our people said, “you can speak to anyone here. Your rank doesn’t matter. You are listened to.”

Our culture is one of collaboration, diversity, and helpfulness. That goes for our people internally and how we deal with our clients.

At IDM, you can play a part in educating and assisting real South Africans get out of tough financial situations. You can make a difference with the work you do. Our people believe this too – one said, “I wake up each day knowing I am going to make a difference.”

Other key benefits:

• We make sure our employees are mentally and physically healthy with Healthy Together campaigns throughout the year.
• We offer various rewards and awards as tokens of recognition for hard work.
• We have a vibrant office in a lively part of the city, meaning you have easy access to stores and outlets if you need.
• We offer company benefits – like a half day off on your birthday, medical aid, retirement annuity, and further study opportunities should you meet relevant requirements.
• We have a culture of growth, meaning you have access to move both upwards or across in the business if you want to.

Requirements

Candidates must be able to demonstrate:  

• A university degree; preferably in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science, Informatics or Information Systems, Data Engineering or Operational Research.
• At least two years experience working as a Data Analyst or in a similar role e.g. Business Intelligence Analyst, SQL Developer, Insights Analyst etc.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of SQL.
• Proven ability to develop reports and dashboards using presentation tools such as Power BI (preferred), Tableau or Looker.
• Experience using Microsoft Fabric would be an advantage.
• Outstanding analytical and conceptual skills and the ability to problem solve in complex environments.

• The ability to work in a dynamic team environment as well as the capability to work independently, whilst taking responsibility as an individual.

 Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to: 

• Regular and ad-hoc analysis of complex data sources to answer important business questions.
• Build reports to supercharge the multiple business areas and allow for effective and efficient decision making and business management.
• Collaborate with the IDM data community to maximise the value that can be derived from the data platforms and data assets that have been built.
• Identify opportunities that are available to the various businesses areas to improve their performance and help them meet their KPI’s.

Characteristics that a winning candidate should possess:

• Results driven with a focus on quality and client service.
• Honest, responsible, accountable and live the IDM values.
• Excellent verbal and written skills in English.

• A positive and engaging attitude in dealing with people.

• Planning, prioritising, organising and resource management.
• Attention to detail with a focus on accuracy.
• Managing and decision-making abilities.

Work Level: Intermediate to Senior Level

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: Market Related

EE Position: No

Location: Cape Town Pinelands