Junior Data Analyst
The Junior Data Analyst at Confidential Client supports the Technology Team by assisting in the creation of business intelligence dashboards and standard reports using tools like Microsoft Excel and Power BI. This entry-level role involves data interpretation, project coordination, and continuous professional development within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment focused on meeting client objectives.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Professional Services.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
This entry-level role supports business intelligence and reporting efforts for a Confidential Client in the Professional Services industry. Typical responsibilities include:
- Assist in developing and delivering business intelligence dashboards and visualizations (Power BI preferred)
- Prepare standard and ad-hoc reports using Microsoft Excel and reporting tools
- Support data validation, interpretation, and trend analysis to inform project decisions
- Help define schedules and objectives for assigned tasks and deliverables
- Collaborate with cross-functional project teams and coordinate project tasks
- Seek mentorship, pursue training, and begin to take independent ownership of technical tasks
- Stay current on industry trends and best practices in data analysis and BI
Who You Are
Minimum qualifications and attributes we’re looking for:
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in a related field
- 0–1 years of related experience (entry-level candidates encouraged)
- Basic experience with Excel; familiarity with Power BI or other BI tools is a plus
- Strong system-analysis mindset with the ability to interpret and explain data, trends, and conditions
- Attention to quality when using programs and applications to produce technical deliverables
- Eagerness to learn, grow, and produce high-quality work with guidance
- Comfortable working in multi-discipline teams and asking for mentorship when needed
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation range (Newark, NJ): $72,700–$76,960 per year
- Benefits typically include medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement savings, paid time off, parental leave, and other standard employer-provided benefits (final package provided by the Confidential Client)
- This role is full-time and based in Newark, NJ. The Confidential Client may offer a flexible workplace model depending on business needs.
Other Requirements & Notes
- The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
- This posting is for a Confidential Client; the hiring organization will be the Confidential Client if you are selected.
- Notice to third-party agencies: Careertakes works as the recruiting partner for this posting. Please do not submit candidates without a signed agreement with Careertakes.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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