Junior Business Analyst

Placements24; Willows (CA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Training and development

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24’s client is a rapidly expanding financial services firm seeking a Junior Business Analyst to join a fully remote team. You will bridge business needs and technology, document requirements, and support development teams.

The role emphasizes strong problem-solving, communication, and eagerness to learn within the financial sector. Extensive remote-friendly training and development opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Finance, or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel, and Visio.
• Understanding of business processes and systems analysis.
• Ability to work independently and manage time in a remote setting.
• Detail-oriented with accuracy.
• Eagerness to learn and grow in business analysis.
• Experience with data analysis tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Gather and document business requirements from stakeholders through interviews, workshops, and surveys.
• Analyze business processes and identify areas for improvement.
• Translate business needs into functional and non-functional specifications.
• Create process flow diagrams, use cases, and other requirement docs.
• Collaborate with development and QA teams to ensure accurate implementation.
• Assist in UAT and support end-users.
• Communicate project status and requirements to all levels.
• Help develop business cases and feasibility studies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Time management

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Excel

Word

Visio

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a rapidly expanding financial services firm looking for an analytical and driven Junior Business Analyst to join their team. This role is based in Welkom and is offered on a fully remote basis, providing flexibility and the opportunity to work from anywhere. You will play a crucial role in bridging the gap between business needs and technology solutions, helping to improve processes and drive efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills, excellent communication abilities, and a keen interest in understanding business operations and requirements. You will work closely with stakeholders across different departments to gather, document, and analyze business requirements, and then translate them into functional specifications for development teams. This is an excellent entry-level position for a graduate eager to build a career in business analysis and contribute to significant projects within the financial sector. Our client is committed to fostering a supportive remote work environment and offers extensive training.

Key Responsibilities

• Gather and document business requirements from stakeholders through interviews, workshops, and surveys.
• Analyze business processes and identify areas for improvement.
• Translate business needs into clear and concise functional and non-functional specifications.
• Create process flow diagrams, use cases, and other documentation to illustrate requirements.
• Collaborate with development and QA teams to ensure accurate implementation of requirements.
• Assist in user acceptance testing (UAT) and provide support to end-users.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization regarding project status and requirements.
• Contribute to the development of business cases and project feasibility studies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Finance, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and Visio.
• Understanding of business processes and systems analysis.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy.
• Eagerness to learn and develop professionally in the field of business analysis.
• Experience with data analysis tools is a plus.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. As a fully remote role, you will enjoy excellent work-life balance and the flexibility to work from home. Opportunities for professional development, including certifications and training programs, are readily available. You will be part of a supportive team environment and have the chance to work on impactful projects within the financial services industry. Our client is dedicated to fostering talent and provides a clear path for career advancement for its employees. This role offers a fantastic entry point into the world of business analysis within a reputable organization.