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Business Intelligence Analyst

Business Intelligence Analyst

NTT DATA, Inc.WorkFromHome, Western Cape, South Africa
30+ days ago
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Overview

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The Business Intelligence Analyst is a seasoned subject matter expert, tasked with transforming data into insights that drive business value using data analytics, data visualization, and data modelling techniques and technologies. This role is responsible for transforming data into critical information and knowledge used to make sound business decisions and for establishing systems and tools that record, organize, store, secure, and access data.

Key Responsibilities

  • Analyzes complex business problems and issues using data from internal and external sources to provide insight to decision-makers.
  • Creates specifications for reports and analyses based on business needs and available data elements.
  • Contributes to the definition, development, enhancement and tracking of metrics and dashboard requirements to deliver results and provide insights and recommendations on trends.
  • Works across multiple teams to ensure analytics are valid, meaningful, and provide actionable and comprehensive insights.
  • Extracts and analyzes data, statistics, and information from various sources and interprets and produces the relevant reports, summaries, and briefing notes that inform business decisions.
  • Collaborates with internal stakeholders to translate needs into data reports, insights, and extracts.
  • Provides the client with required support to implement recommendations and solutions.

Knowledge and Attributes

  • Good understanding of data mining principles, predictive analytics, and data mapping; experience collecting data from multiple on-premises and cloud-based data sources.
  • Ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to identify solutions in large data sets and convert insights into strategic opportunities.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multiple teams and build strong working relationships.
  • Understanding of current data protection and privacy laws.
  • Strong drive to achieve results and statistics; familiarity with statistical concepts.
  • Technical expertise and knowledge of statistical concepts.
  • Ability to identify trends and business opportunities.
  • Awareness of critical business issues and priorities.
  • Strong understanding of statistical analysis and reporting packages.

    • Academic Qualifications and Certifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Data Science, Business Analytics, Mathematics, Economics, Statistics, Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or another quantitative field is preferred.

    • Required Experience

  • 3+ years of experience in BI development, with a strong focus on Power BI.
  • Proficiency in :

    • Power BI Desktop and Power BI Service

  • DAX (Data Analysis Expressions)
  • Power Query (M language)
  • SQL for querying and transforming data
  • Experience with data modeling, star / snowflake schemas, and performance tuning.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Azure (e.g., Azure SQL, Synapse, Data Factory) is a plus.
  • Understanding of data governance, security, and compliance (e.g., POPIA, GDPR).

    • Workplace type

    Hybrid Working

    About NTT DATA

    NTT DATA is a $30+ billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long-term success. We invest over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure, and connectivity. We are also one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group and headquartered in Tokyo.

    Equal Opportunity Employer

    NTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category. Join our growing global team and accelerate your career with us. Apply today.

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