Junior Data Analyst

Confidential Employer

Job Overview

Location

Lagos Mainland, Lagos, Nigeria

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Arrangement

On-site

Sector

Finance & Banking

Experience Level

Junior (1-3 years)

Application Deadline

August 25, 2026

Job Description

We are seeking a meticulous and analytical Junior Data Analyst to join our dynamic team.

In this role, you will be instrumental in supporting critical business decisions by extracting, analyzing, and presenting data from our Oracle and SQL-based databases. You will collaborate closely with departments such as Loans, Operations, Marketing, and Risk to deliver actionable insights.

Your contributions will drive operational efficiency, enhance customer experiences, and directly support the bank's strategic objectives.

To apply for this role, click the Apply button on this page and follow the instructions.

Required Skills

SQLOracle SQLPL/SQLExcelPower BITableauData VisualizationReportingData AnalysisDatabase Knowledge

Key Responsibilities

Write complex SQL queries (Oracle SQL, PL/SQL) to extract data from production databases
Develop and maintain regular reports (daily, weekly, monthly) on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as loan disbursements, repayments, portfolio quality, and customer acquisition
Automate recurring reporting processes to improve efficiency and reduce manual effort
Ensure data accuracy and completeness through regular validation and quality checks
Analyze customer data to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies (e.g., repayment behavior, product uptake, customer demographics)
Perform exploratory data analysis (EDA) to understand data distributions and relationships
Monitor portfolio performance metrics including Portfolio at Risk (PAR), delinquency rates, and write-off trends
Support the Risk team by providing data for credit assessments and portfolio reviews
Design and maintain interactive dashboards using Power BI, Tableau, or similar tools
Present complex data in simple, visual formats for non-technical stakeholders
Ensure dashboards are updated regularly and reflect real-time or near-real-time data
Work closely with business units to understand their data needs and deliver relevant insights
Translate business questions into analytical frameworks and data queries
Present findings to management and cross-functional teams in clear, actionable terms
Collaborate with the Database Administration team to ensure data availability and integrity

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
Relevant certifications (e.g., Oracle SQL, Microsoft Power BI, Tableau) are a plus
2 years of experience in data analysis, reporting, or a related role
Strong proficiency in SQL, with experience in Oracle SQL or PL/SQL (joins, subqueries, aggregate functions, stored procedures)
Advanced Excel skills (PivotTables, VLOOKUP, Power Query, charts, formulas)
Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent BI tools
Basic programming skills in Python/R for data manipulation and analysis (Optional but a plus)
Understanding of relational database concepts and data warehousing
Experience creating and automating reports

How to Apply

Qualified Candidates should send their applications to Dect.recruitment@gmail.com

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The Nigerian financial sector is experiencing significant growth, driven by digital transformation and increasing demand for data-driven insights. This role is crucial for leveraging this data to enhance operational efficiency and customer engagement within commercial or microfinance banking. Key technical skills include advanced SQL querying (Oracle SQL, PL/SQL), data visualization with Power BI and Tableau, and robust reporting automation. The impact of this role extends to improving business ROI through actionable insights, supporting strategic decision-making, and driving organizational growth by optimizing financial operations.