Junior Data Analyst (Graduate Programme)

How2Apply Talent Network
Newcastle, KwaZulu-Natal
Full-time
Posted 1 hour ago
Full-time IT & Software
R39 000 – R52 000/month
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Job Description

Questions come to you at a telecoms provider in Newcastle, and you answer them with data. This role rewards consistency more than flash.

The site is in Newcastle; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying. Start date: as soon as possible for the right person.

The work, day to day

  • Mask or remove personal information in data sets under POPIA
  • Write SQL to pull, join and clean data from several sources
  • Check data quality and trace odd numbers back to the source
  • Keep a data dictionary so everyone uses the same definitions
  • Build ETL pipelines in SSIS, Azure Data Factory or Python

Must-haves

  • Careful with sensitive customer data
  • Hands-on Power BI, Tableau or a similar tool
  • At least 2 years in a data or reporting role (not needed for graduate posts)
  • Degree in statistics, maths, computer science, economics or a related field

Extra points for

  • Industry knowledge in retail, insurance or credit
  • Experience with Databricks, Snowflake or Fabric
  • Microsoft PL-300 Power BI Data Analyst certification

What's in it for you

  • Hybrid work with two office days
  • Annual bonus tied to company performance
  • Paid cloud and BI certifications
  • Latest laptop with extra screen

How to apply

  1. Make sure the role, the hours and working in Newcastle really suit you before you apply.
  2. Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: certification transcripts plus academic record showing statistics or maths modules.
  3. Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
  4. If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 9 working days, usually by phone.

Your application joins the How2Apply talent pool for this role, and we put shortlisted people forward to employers hiring in and around Newcastle.

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Tips to get shortlisted

  • Put SQL and your BI tool in the first line of your CV; these are the keywords every data recruiter searches.
  • Show a before-and-after, like "replaced a 6-hour manual report with an automatic daily dashboard".

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Job details
SalaryR39 000 – R52 000/month
Job TypeFull-time
LocationNewcastle, KwaZulu-Natal
CategoryIT & Software
Experience3+ years
Posted30 October 2026
Closing Date26 November 2026
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