Graduate Analyst

About the Company

This opportunity is with a boutique consulting firm specialising in solving complex client challenges through the application of science, analytics, technology, and commercial insight.

The business partners with organisations to unlock performance by enabling a deeper understanding of operations, markets, and external environments — supporting better decision-making and execution through high-impact data-driven solutions.

The team consists of high-performing professionals across data science, engineering, development, actuarial and finance disciplines, combining strong diagnostic and modelling capability with practical business understanding to deliver meaningful insights and measurable value.

With a strong focus on innovation and automation, the company continues to grow its talent base and is always looking for ambitious individuals who thrive in fast-paced, solution-focused environments.

Job Overview

The Graduate Analyst role is suited to a top-performing graduate who enjoys analytical thinking, structured problem solving, and commercial impact.

You will work alongside highly capable teams to analyse client environments, identify opportunities for optimisation, and support the development of data-driven solutions. This role provides exposure to technical and consulting environments, and is ideal for individuals seeking a strong foundation in analytics, technology-driven performance improvement, and client engagement.

A strong mathematics background is essential, and candidates must demonstrate academic excellence and potential.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support consulting teams in diagnosing business challenges and translating them into structured analytical problems
• Analyse datasets, trends, and operational performance indicators to produce insights and recommendations
• Contribute to building models, simulations or decision-support tools (where applicable)
• Work collaboratively with technical specialists such as data scientists, engineers, and developers to support solution delivery
• Present findings clearly and professionally through structured documentation and reports
• Maintain a disciplined, detail-focused approach to analysis and delivery

Minimum Requirements

• BSc Degree in a strongly analytical/scientific discipline, such as:
• Actuarial Science
• Finance & Economics
• Mathematics / Statistics
• Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, or Mechatronics)
• Honours qualification (non-negotiable)
• Strong academic track record with proof of excellence (Matric results and university transcripts will be reviewed)
• Strong mathematics background (essential)

Advantageous

• Technical ability or exposure to one or more of the following:
• Databases
• Programming
• Software development
• Simulation modelling
• Understanding of markets, business environments, and industry trends
• Strong financial acumen and commercial awareness

Personal Attributes

• Highly analytical with strong complex problem-solving ability
• Curious, ambitious, and solution-driven
• Strong team orientation and collaboration style
• Able to think critically while remaining practical and execution-focused
• Professional communicator with strong attention to detail

How to Apply?

If you are a high-performing graduate with strong analytical ability, a solid mathematics foundation, and the ambition to build your career in consulting and analytics, we’d love to hear from you.

Email your CV to charne@skillzpage.com and use “Graduate Analyst” in the subject line.

To ensure your application is complete and can be considered, please submit the following:

1. CV
2. Full academic transcripts
3. Matric results
4. Copy of South African ID
5. Completed application questions

Applications with missing documentation will not be considered.

(If you do not receive a response within 14 days, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.)