Data & Reporting Manager | Umhlanga / Hybrid



Hybrid work flexibility – 3 days in office per week

We’re looking for a Data & Reporting Manager to take ownership of business reporting and analytics. This is a pivotal role that ensures all data insights are accurate, consistent, and actionable, enabling informed decision-making across the business. You will work closely with stakeholders from underwriting, product, finance, sales, and marketing, as well as external partners. Position based in Umhlanga, Durban.

What You’ll Do

  • Data Processes & Reporting: Manage and validate all regular data processes to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance. Develop and maintain clear documentation, reporting standards, and processes that are as automated as possible
  • Power BI Ownership: Take full ownership of Power BI dashboards, ensuring data integrity, improving usability, and developing new dashboards as business needs evolve
  • Team Leadership: Lead and mentor to 2 direct reports, building team capacity and capability to meet business reporting objectives
  • Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline reporting, resolve data quality issues, and implement process improvements that drive efficiency and reliability

What We’re Looking For

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Data Analytics, Statistics, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Experience: 8+ years in reporting, data analytics, or information systems environments
  • Skills & Competencies:
    • Proficiency in Excel and a BI/reporting tool (Power BI, Tableau, or Qlik)
    • Strong SQL knowledge and understanding of data structures
    • Scripting/automation skills (Python, R, VBA) are advantageous
    • Experience in data validation, report development, and documentation
    • Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving ability
    • Strong written and verbal communication; able to explain complex data to non-technical stakeholders


Hybrid work flexibility – 3 days in office per week


If you want to be part of a dynamic team and make a real impact in the business by driving transparency, consistency, and efficiency in reporting while shaping strategic initiatives and operational excellence, apply now.

Email your CV to samantha@dixierecruitment.co.za – we’d love to hear from you!

We will be in contact with shortlisted candidates who meet the requirements detailed above. If you have not received a reply within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

By applying, you confirm that:

  • We may retain your personal information in our database for future matching of suitable opportunities
  • We may contact you when suitable opportunities arise
  • The information you have provided to us is true, correct and up to date

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