Job Description
Join our innovative data team as a Junior Data Analyst and kickstart your career in the heart of Chicago! No prior experience required – we provide comprehensive training to transform your passion for numbers into professional expertise. At Nexus Analytics, you'll work with Fortune 500 clients to transform raw data into actionable insights that drive business decisions. Our collaborative culture values curiosity and continuous learning, offering mentorship from senior analysts and exposure to cutting-edge tools. This is your gateway to a future-proof career in one of Illinois' fastest-growing tech sectors.
Responsibilities
- Clean, preprocess, and analyze structured datasets using SQL and Excel
- Create interactive dashboards and visualizations using Tableau/Power BI
- Identify trends and patterns to support strategic business recommendations
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate data needs into solutions
- Document analysis processes and maintain data quality standards
- Present findings to stakeholders through clear, compelling reports
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related field
- Proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUP, PivotTables, basic formulas)
- Familiarity with SQL queries (SELECT, JOIN, GROUP BY)
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Attention to detail with data accuracy and integrity
- Eagerness to learn new tools and technologies