Graduate Business Analyst (Management Sciences)

Fortray Global Service Limited; Dublin; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortray Global Service Limited invites applications for a Graduate Business Analyst role in Dublin. This entry-level position is ideal for a recent Management Sciences graduate who enjoys analysing business processes, data, and identifying improvement opportunities to support strategic decisions.

No prior professional experience is required, and you will gain hands-on experience across operations, reporting, and project coordination while collaborating with multiple departments to drive

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a degree in Management Sciences or related discipline.
• 1 year of experience or less.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good understanding of business and management principles.
• Strong communication and presentation abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Willingness to learn and develop professionally.

Responsibilities

• Analyze business processes, workflows, and operational requirements.
• Collect and analyse data to identify trends and improvements.
• Prepare reports, dashboards, presentations, and performance summaries.
• Support requirements gathering from internal teams and stakeholders.
• Document business requirements, processes, and project activities.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency.
• Assist project teams with planning, coordination, and progress tracking.
• Conduct market, competitor, and industry research.
• Monitor KPIs and assist with reporting.
• Collaborate with finance, operations, technology, marketing, and management teams.
• Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independent work

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Management Sciences or related

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Power BI (Basic)

SQL (Basic)

Job description

Are you a recent Management Sciences graduate looking to start your career in business analysis, operations, and strategic decision-making?

We are seeking a motivated, analytical, and organised Graduate Business Analyst to join our growing team. This entry-level opportunity is ideal for graduates who enjoy analysing business processes, working with data, identifying improvement opportunities, and supporting organisations in making informed business decisions.

No prior professional experience is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in analysing business processes, workflows, and operational requirements.
• Collect and analyse business data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Prepare business reports, dashboards, presentations, and performance summaries.
• Support requirements gathering from internal teams and stakeholders.
• Document business requirements, processes, workflows, and project activities.
• Assist with identifying opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency.
• Support project teams with planning, coordination, and progress tracking.
• Conduct market, competitor, and industry research.
• Monitor KPIs and assist with performance reporting.
• Collaborate with finance, operations, technology, marketing, and management teams.
• Assist with implementing new processes, systems, and business initiatives.
• Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Management Sciences, Business Management, Business Administration, Commerce, Economics, Finance, Operations Management, or a related discipline.
• Recent graduate or up to 1 year of experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good understanding of business and management principles.
• Strong communication and presentation abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and develop professionally.

Preferred Skills

• Basic knowledge of Business Analysis and process improvement.
• Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, or other project delivery methodologies.
• Basic knowledge of Power BI, SQL, or data analysis tools.
• Familiarity with process mapping and business requirements documentation.
• Knowledge of CRM or ERP systems is an advantage.
• University projects, internships, case studies, or business-related research are beneficial but not required.

What You'll Gain

• Structured graduate training and mentoring.
• Hands-on experience with real-world business analysis projects.
• Exposure to business operations, process improvement, project management, and strategic planning.
• Experience working with business data, KPIs, reporting, and stakeholder requirements.
• Career progression opportunities in Business Analysis, Management Consulting, Project Management, Operations Management, Business Intelligence, Product Management, and Strategy.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.

Ideal Candidate

You are someone who:

• Has recently completed a degree in Management Sciences or a related discipline.
• Enjoys analysing business problems and finding practical solutions.Has strong analytical, logical, and critical-thinking skills.
• Is organised, proactive, and detail-oriented.
• Communicates confidently with different stakeholders.
• Is eager to learn new business and technology tools.
• Wants to build a long-term career in business analysis and management.

Skills

• Business Analysis
• Business Process Analysis
• Process Improvement
• Requirements Gathering
• Business Reporting
• Data Analysis
• KPI Analysis
• Market Research
• Project Coordination
• Stakeholder Management
• Microsoft Excel
• Power BI (Basic)
• SQL (Basic)
• Agile Methodology
• Problem Solving
• Analytical Thinking
• Critical Thinking
• Communication Skills
• Time Management

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from graduates of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed.