Business Analyst - Financial Services

Placements24; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary range

Comprehensive medical benefits

Retirement fund benefits

Professional development opportunities

Central role in strategic projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a sharp Business Analyst to drive strategic initiatives in the financial services sector, based in Queenstown, New Zealand. You will bridge business needs and technology solutions, defining requirements and guiding delivery.

You will collaborate with stakeholders, translate needs into functional specs and user stories, facilitate workshops, and support testing to ensure solutions meet objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Finance, or a related field.
• 4-6 years of experience as a Business Analyst, preferably in banking/financial services.
• Proven ability to gather and document complex business and functional requirements.
• Strong understanding of business analysis tools and methodologies (e.g., UML, Agile).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact with all levels.

Responsibilities

• Elicit, analyze, document, and validate business requirements for financial systems and processes.
• Translate business needs into functional specifications and user stories for development teams.
• Facilitate workshops and meetings with stakeholders to gather requirements and scope.
• Analyze business processes, identify areas for improvement, and recommend technology solutions.
• Support testing and implementation phases to ensure solutions meet objectives.
• Liaise between business units, technology teams, and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Business analysis

UML

Agile

Analytical thinking

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Finance, or a related field

Tools

UML modelling

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a sharp and experienced Business Analyst to contribute to their strategic initiatives within the financial services sector in Queenstown . You will play a crucial role in bridging the gap between business needs and technology solutions, defining requirements, and ensuring successful project delivery. This position demands strong analytical skills, excellent communication, and a deep understanding of financial processes and systems. You will be integral to driving innovation and operational efficiency for the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Elicit, analyze, document, and validate business requirements for new and existing financial systems and processes.


• Translate business needs into functional specifications and user stories for development teams.


• Facilitate workshops and meetings with business stakeholders to gather requirements and clarify project scope.


• Analyze business processes, identify areas for improvement, and recommend solutions that leverage technology.


• Support the testing and implementation phases of projects, ensuring solutions meet business objectives.


• Act as a liaison between business units, technology teams, and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Finance, or a related field.


• Minimum of 4-6 years of experience as a Business Analyst, preferably within the banking or financial services industry .


• Proven ability to gather and document complex business and functional requirements.


• Strong understanding of business analysis tools and methodologies (e.g., UML, Agile).


• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.


• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with all levels of the organization.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package including performance bonuses.


• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.


• Opportunities for professional development and training.


• A role central to strategic projects within a respected financial institution.


• The chance to work in the scenic Eastern Cape region.