Junior Data Analyst

A fast-growing data consultancy is looking for Junior Data Analysts to support the delivery of Azure-based analytics solutions across industries. You’ll work on end-to-end data projects involving pipelines, semantic models, and Power BI dashboards, all within a modern Microsoft stack.

The role follows a hybrid setup: in-office on Mon/Wed/Fri, remote on Tues/Thurs, based in Pinelands, Cape Town. Ideal for recent graduates or professionals with 1–2 years of experience who are passionate about data and eager to grow.

Responsibilities

• Wrangle and model data using Azure SQL, Data Factory, and Fabric
• Design full BI flows: ingestion → model → dashboard
• Build accurate, performant DAX calculations and semantic models
• Apply analytics and validate results using clear statistical checks
• Work directly with stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver usable insights
• Contribute to deployments using Git-based workflows and promotion between environments
• Occasionally visit client sites for walkthroughs, training, or support

Requirements

Must-haves

• 2+ years’ experience in BI/analytics using Power BI, DAX, SQL
• Hands-on with Azure data services (Data Factory, Fabric, Azure SQL)
• Solid grasp of dimensional modelling, relationships, and data refresh cycles
• Ability to troubleshoot across the pipeline → model → report
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience with Git workflows and Dev/Test/Prod promotion

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with Databricks, Spark, Delta, or Python for data prep
• Experience with CI/CD for Power BI (Deployment Pipelines, PBIP)
• Relevant Microsoft certifications: PL-300, DP-500, DP-203

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Proven experience delivering BI solutions (consulting or internal)

Apply for this role today, contact Sune Pienaar at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn.

You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: [email protected]

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy.

If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise