Business Analyst jobs in United Arab Emirates

Middle East Executive has been retained to manage a confidential search project for a Business/Data Analyst for a leading chemical company based in Dubai. If you have minimum 2 years of experience with any manufacturing or chemical organization this role is for you ! As a Business/Data Analyst you will be responsible for analyzing business processes, identifying improvement opportunities, supporting data-driven decision-making, and coordinating with cross-functional teams to deliver strategic and operational initiatives. The role involves collecting and analyzing data, preparing business reports, defining requirements, and supporting project implementation.

• Business Data Analysis
  • Collect, analyze, and interpret data to identify trends, performance gaps, and areas of improvement.
  • Develop dashboards, KPIs, and business performance reports for management review.
  • Conduct market, competitor, and financial analysis as required.
  • Prepare cost–benefit analyses and business cases to support decision‑making.
• Process Improvement
  • Map existing processes and identify inefficiencies or bottlenecks.
  • Recommend process improvements and assist with workflow optimization.
  • Support automation initiatives and digital transformation projects.
  • Work with cross‑functional teams to implement new or improved processes.
• Requirements Gathering Documentation
  • Gather and document business requirements through interviews, workshops, and stakeholder meetings.
  • Translate business needs into functional specifications and project briefs.
  • Create clear documentation: BRDs, SOPs, user stories, process maps, and workflows.
  • Ensure requirements are aligned with organizational objectives and project goals.
• Project Support Coordination
  • Support key projects by tracking milestones, timelines, risks, and deliverables.
  • Coordinate between technical teams, business units, and external vendors.
  • Assist in UAT (User Acceptance Testing) and ensure successful deployment of solutions.
  • Prepare presentations, project updates, and reports for leadership.
• Stakeholder Management
  • Work closely with management and department heads to understand business priorities.
  • Communicate analysis findings, recommendations, and insights clearly.
  • Facilitate cross‑department collaboration to resolve issues and achieve project outcomes.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related field.
• MBA or professional certification (CBAP, PMI‑PBA, Lean Six Sigma) is an advantage.
• Experience 2–5 years of experience as a Business Analyst, Data Analyst, or similar role with Manufacturing or chemical company.
• Experience with data analysis, reporting, and process improvement.
• Exposure to system implementation or digital transformation projects is a plus.

• Strong proficiency in MS Excel, Power BI/Tableau, and reporting tools.
• Ability to work with SQL or basic data querying (preferred).
• Strong documentation skills (BRD, SOPs, process maps, workflows).
• Familiarity with project management tools (Jira, Asana, MS Project, Trello, etc.).

• Analytical and critical‑thinking ability.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• High attention to detail with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Problem‑solving mindset with a proactive approach.

• Curious, adaptable, and eager to learn.
• Collaborative team player.
• Professional and solution‑oriented.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment.