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Data Lead

Job in Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa
Listing for: LabourNet
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-01
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    Data Analyst, Data Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below

The Data Lead is responsible for overseeing the organization's data architecture ensuring structured data management and guiding data design strategies. This role requires a strong technical foundation in data structuring governance and integration along with proven leadership experience in managing data teams. The Data Lead will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity optimize data flows and support strategic decision-making.

Experience

required
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in data management data architecture or a similar role.
  • Proven experience in leading and managing data teams for 3 years.
  • Strong knowledge of database management systems (SQL No

    SQL etc.) data modeling and ETL processes.
  • Experience with data governance compliance regulations and security best practices.
  • Proficiency in cloud data platforms (AWS Azure Google Cloud) and data integration tools.
  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills with the ability to translate complex data concepts into business terms.
  • Experience with data warehousing and big data technologies (Snowflake Hadoop Spark etc.).
  • Familiarity with BI and data visualization tools (Power BI Tableau etc.).
  • Knowledge of machine learning and predictive analytics is a plus.
  • Agile project management experience.
Salary

Benefits:
As part of the Labournet team you'll enjoy benefits designed to support your wellbeing and career growth. These include a wellness programme that covers up to 8 family members or friends partner discounts structured career paths accredited training study assistance retirement and group risk benefits hybrid work options for applicable roles as well as a suit-up and vehicle branding allowance where relevant.

Qualifications
  • Bachelors degree in data science Computer Science Information Technology.
  • Honours or masters degree in data science Computer Science Information Technology or a related field would be advantageous.

Additional Information :

Why Join Labournet

At Labournet you're joining more than a company - you're becoming part of a platform built to empower people and drive purpose. With over 28 years of innovation in compliance and people solutions we invest in our employees so they can grow make a national impact and help shape the future of work across South Africa.

What We Offer
  • You’ll obtain a wealth of experience and knowledge at a much faster pace than you would in an internal compliance-focused role due to our national footprint across different industries.
  • You’ll have access to structured career paths accredited training performance coaching and mentorship to support your professional growth.
  • You’ll be part of a team that drives compliance and transformation across South Africa giving your work real purpose and impact.
  • You’ll benefit from hybrid work options and a culture that supports work-life integration because we believe wellbeing fuels performance.
  • You’ll enjoy competitive salaries holistic benefits and a lucrative sales commission policy.
  • You’ll thrive in a collaborative tech-enabled environment where we value output over hours and encourage innovation at every level.
How We Work

Gone are the days of rigid office hours and long commutes. Our hybrid working model allows teams to co-create flexible arrangements that support productivity and personal wellbeing.

Who We Are

Labournet is a proudly South African company offering integrated solutions in Payroll Labour Law Health & Safety Transformation Training Technology and Commercial Compliance. We serve over 6500 businesses nationwide helping them stay compliant and competitive.

Remote Work :
No

Employment Type

:
Full-time

Key Skills

Administrative Skills,Facilities Management,Biotechnology,Creative Production,Design And Estimation,Architecture

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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