Analyst – Economics & Data Insights

About Eighty20

Eighty20 is a Cape Town-based data-driven consumer strategy, analytics and research consultancy. We help leading brands use data properly to create value by combining strategy, analytics, research, data science and technology to solve real business problems. Our work spans customer strategy, loyalty, market and customer insights, segmentation, personalisation, financial modelling, data products and analytics-led execution. We are pragmatic, curious and delivery-focused, and we pride ourselves on turning complex data and business questions into clear, practical recommendations that deliver measurable value.

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Analyst with approximately 3–5 years’ experience and a strong economics/commerce background to join our team. This role is suited to someone who enjoys working with data, solving commercial problems, building evidence-based recommendations, working confidently with clients, and translating complex analysis into clear business insights for clients and stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

In this role, you will be responsible for turning data and market context into meaningful insights that support decision-making. Responsibilities will include: 

• Analysing data to identify trends, risks, opportunities and commercial insights.
• Applying economic thinking to business problems, market analysis and client recommendations.
• Preparing reports, dashboards, presentations and clear narratives for clients and internal stakeholders.
• Developing business cases, scenario models, impact assessments and ad hoc analytical outputs.
• Working with stakeholders to understand business questions and translate these into analytical approaches.
• Supporting analytical solution design and contributing to the development of practical, data-led recommendations.
• Manage client engagements

What we are looking for

• Approximately 3–5 years’ experience in an analyst, economics, consulting, research, data analytics or commercial insight’s role.
• A strong academic background in Economics, Econometrics, Commerce, Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Engineering or a related quantitative field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work with complex information and draw practical conclusions.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint.
• Experience with SQL, Power BI or similar data and visualisation tools would be highly advantageous.
• The ability to communicate insights clearly and professionally to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• A curious, commercially minded individual who enjoys asking good questions and finding practical answers through data.
• Strong client-facing skills, with the confidence to engage professionally, ask the right questions, build trust and communicate insights clearly.

The ideal candidate

• Is comfortable moving between detailed analysis and high-level strategic thinking.
• Has a solid understanding of economic principles and can apply these to real-world business challenges.
• Can work independently, manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outputs.
• Has strong attention to detail and takes pride in producing clear, accurate and useful work.
• Enjoys working as part of a project team with diverse skill sets
• Is confident engaging directly with clients and stakeholders in a professional, credible way.

Why join us?

You will join a team that works on interesting, data-led business challenges across a range of industries. This is an opportunity to deepen your analytical capability, apply your economics background in a practical consulting environment, and contribute to insights that shape real business decisions.

How to apply

Interested candidates should submit their CV and a brief cover note outlining their relevant experience, economics background and interest in the role. Applications can be sent to recruiting@eighty20.co.za with the subject line: Analyst – Economics & Data Insights Application.