Blockchain Business Analyst - Strategy & Implementation

Placements24; East London; Híbrido; ZAR 600.000 - 900.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Annual bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Generous leave

Professional development

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is partnering with a forward-thinking financial services client in East London, Eastern Cape, to hire a Blockchain Business Analyst. You will bridge business needs with blockchain solutions, capture requirements, and shape functional specs for development teams.

You will work with stakeholders, analyze market opportunities, prepare use cases, and support testing and rollout while staying informed on blockchain trends in fintech.

Formación

• 3+ years as a Business Analyst, preferably with blockchain/fintech experience.
• Strong understanding of financial services processes and terminology.
• Solid grasp of distributed ledgers, smart contracts, and consensus mechanisms.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Gather and document business requirements for blockchain-related projects from stakeholders.
• Analyze current business processes and identify areas where blockchain technology can provide solutions.
• Translate business needs into detailed functional specifications and user stories for development teams.
• Facilitate workshops and meetings with business users and technical teams.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis related to blockchain applications in financial services.
• Evaluate the feasibility and potential ROI of proposed blockchain initiatives. Assist in the development of use cases and business cases for blockchain adoption.
• Support the testing and implementation phases of blockchain solutions.
• Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies in the blockchain and fintech space.
• Prepare reports and presentations on findings and recommendations for management in East London.

Conocimientos

Blockchain concepts

Financial services domain

Requirements gathering

Process mapping

Use case development

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Agile familiarity

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Finance/CS

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking financial services firm exploring innovative applications of distributed ledger technology, is seeking a sharp Blockchain Business Analyst to join their team in East London, Eastern Cape . This role is crucial for bridging the gap between business needs and technical blockchain solutions. You will be responsible for understanding client requirements, analyzing market opportunities, and defining the functional specifications for blockchain-based products and services. Your insights will guide the development teams and ensure that the implemented solutions deliver tangible business value. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the adoption of blockchain technology in the financial sector and beyond. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, a good understanding of financial markets and blockchain concepts, and excellent communication abilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Gather and document business requirements for blockchain-related projects from stakeholders.
• Analyze current business processes and identify areas where blockchain technology can provide solutions.
• Translate business needs into detailed functional specifications and user stories for development teams.
• Facilitate workshops and meetings with business users and technical teams.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis related to blockchain applications in financial services.
• Evaluate the feasibility and potential ROI of proposed blockchain initiatives.Assist in the development of use cases and business cases for blockchain adoption.
• Support the testing and implementation phases of blockchain solutions.
• Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies in the blockchain and fintech space.
• Prepare reports and presentations on findings and recommendations for management in East London .

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience as a Business Analyst, preferably with exposure to blockchain, cryptocurrency, or fintech.
• Strong understanding of financial services industry processes and terminology.
• Solid grasp of core blockchain concepts, including distributed ledgers, smart contracts, and consensus mechanisms.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in requirements gathering, process mapping, and use case development.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment and collaborate with cross-functional groups.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies is a plus.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and business challenges.
• Understanding of the local business landscape in East London is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for annual bonuses.
• Opportunity to work on innovative blockchain projects within the financial services sector.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Professional development opportunities and support for relevant certifications.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment in East London .
• Exposure to cutting-edge financial technology.