Business Intelligence (BI) Developer

Recruiter: Salix Recruitment

Job Ref: JHB003367/RM

Date posted: Wednesday, September 16, 2026

Location: Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary: 500000 Annually

SUMMARY: Business Intelligence (BI) Developer | Insurance industry | Permanent | Hybrid | Johannesburg North POSITION INFO: Our client is looking for a highly analytical Business Intelligence (BI) Developer to take ownership of a core reporting function and transform complex business data into meaningful insights. Our client is a well-established organisation within the insurance industry, operating in a dynamic environment where data and technology play an important role in improving business performance. With a strong focus on operational excellence and the continued evolution of its data capabilities, this is an opportunity to work in an environment where innovative reporting solutions can directly influence commercial outcomes. We are looking for a BI professional with experience in Business Intelligence development, data analysis or a similar quantitative role. You should have expert-level experience working with large and complex SQL Server databases, strong knowledge of Microsoft Power BI, data warehousing, OLAP, ETL, SSRS and SSIS, and the ability to translate business requirements into effective reports and dashboards. Insurance or broader Financial Services experience will be advantageous. This role gives you the opportunity to take ownership of a key BI and reporting function while working closely with leadership and internal stakeholders. You will have the opportunity to develop innovative reporting solutions, work with complex data environments and turn business information into actionable insights that influence commercial decisions and operational performance. If you are ready to use your BI and data expertise to make a measurable business impact, send your CV to and take the next step in your career. Duties & Responsibilities Analyse data from multiple sources and develop integrated data views for reporting and decision-making. Work with large and complex SQL Server databases to maintain data quality and accessibility. Develop and maintain OLAP/Tabular models within SQL environments. Design and implement BI reports and dashboards based on business requirements. Engage with leadership and stakeholders to understand and define reporting requirements. Analyse and optimise legacy reports and standardise performance metrics. Administer and maintain BI tools, infrastructure and data integrations. Identify trends, performance anomalies and commercial opportunities within data. Present meaningful BI insights and recommendations to executive audiences. Drive improvements and best practices across reporting solutions. Job Experience & Skills Required Qualifications: Matric (Grade 12) Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Statistics, Mathematics or a related quantitative field. Experience: Minimum 5 years' experience in Business Intelligence development, data analysis or a similar quantitative role. Proven experience with data warehouse concepts. Expert-level proficiency with SQL Server databases. Advanced development experience with Microsoft Power BI. Strong knowledge of OLAP and ETL frameworks. Experience with SSRS and SSIS. Insurance or broader Financial Services experience will be advantageous. Experience working with PowerApps will be beneficial. Skills & Competencies: Business Intelligence & Data Analytics SQL Server Microsoft Power BI Data Warehousing & ETL SSRS & SSIS Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills Stakeholder Management Commercial Insight If you have not had any response within 21 days, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles/positions.