Apprentice Business Analyst

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training in BA methods

Mentorship from industry professionals

Clear career progression pathways

Structured learning experience

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting an Apprentice Business Analyst in Mossel Bay to support our client, a prominent financial services institution. You will learn requirements gathering, process modelling, and solution design while collaborating with experienced analysts.

You will contribute to documenting business needs, testing solutions, and creating user training materials within a structured apprenticeship program.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Business, Finance, IT, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, and Visio.
• A keen interest in understanding business operations and technology solutions.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• A proactive approach to learning and problem-solving.
• Must be able to work from the Mossel Bay office on a full-time basis.
• A foundational understanding of data analysis is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior Business Analysts in gathering and documenting business requirements from stakeholders.
• Participate in the analysis of current business processes and identify areas for improvement.
• Help create process flow diagrams and use case documentation.
• Support the testing and validation of proposed solutions against business requirements.
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure clear understanding of project objectives.
• Conduct user acceptance testing (UAT) and gather feedback.
• Contribute to the creation of training materials for end-users.
• Assist in identifying and documenting business risks and dependencies.
• Attend project meetings and contribute to discussions regarding business needs.
• Maintain documentation related to business analysis activities.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in Business/Finance/IT

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Visio)

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent financial services institution, is seeking an ambitious **Apprentice Business Analyst** to join their dedicated team in Mossel Bay . This is an invaluable opportunity to embark on a career path focused on understanding business needs and translating them into effective technology solutions. You will work alongside experienced Business Analysts, gaining practical insights into requirements gathering, process modelling, and solution design. This role offers a solid foundation in analytical thinking and problem-solving within a corporate environment. The position is based at our client's offices in Mossel Bay , providing direct collaboration with key stakeholders and team members. We are committed to nurturing talent and offering a structured learning experience to help you excel in the field of business analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior Business Analysts in gathering and documenting business requirements from stakeholders.
• Participate in the analysis of current business processes and identify areas for improvement.
• Help create process flow diagrams and use case documentation.
• Support the testing and validation of proposed solutions against business requirements.
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure clear understanding of project objectives.
• Conduct user acceptance testing (UAT) and gather feedback.
• Contribute to the creation of training materials for end-users.
• Assist in identifying and documenting business risks and dependencies.
• Attend project meetings and contribute to discussions regarding business needs.
• Maintain documentation related to business analysis activities.

Requirements

• A degree or diploma in Business, Finance, IT, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, and Visio.
• A keen interest in understanding business operations and technology solutions.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• A proactive approach to learning and problem-solving.
• Must be able to work from the Mossel Bay office on a full-time basis.
• A foundational understanding of data analysis is beneficial.

Benefits

• Comprehensive training in business analysis methodologies and tools.
• Exposure to a variety of business challenges and technological solutions.
• Mentorship from experienced professionals in the financial services industry.
• Clear career progression pathways within the organization.
• Opportunity to contribute to significant business improvements.
• A stable and professional work environment.
• Gain valuable experience in a reputable institution.
• Potential for professional certifications upon completion of the apprenticeship.