Business Analyst

FirstRand Bank Limited; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the financial sector is looking for a Business Analyst who will analyze business needs, translate requirements, and contribute to system testing. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in IT or related, along with 3+ years of relevant experience. Strong analytical and communication skills, along with familiarity with Agile methodologies, will be crucial for this role. This position offers exciting opportunities to innovate and collaborate, making it ideal for dynamic individuals ready to make a real impact.

Benefits

Opportunities to network and collaborate.

Opportunities to innovate.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in IT business analysis or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) and system integration.
• Business Analysis certification (e.g., CBAP, IIBA endorsed) is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Elicit and validate business requirements with stakeholders.
• Conduct gap analysis between current and required specifications.
• Oversee the planning and execution of systems testing.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Bachelor’s degree in Business Information Systems

Tools

SQL

Power BI

Agile methodologies

Job description

Welcome to FNB, the home of the #changeables. We design for the shapeshifters and deliver products and services that make us incredibly proud of people that make it happen.

As part of our talent team, you will be surrounded by unique talents, diverse minds, and an adaptable environment that lives up to the promise of staying curious. Now’s the time to imagine your potential in a team where experts come together and ignite effective change.

Responsible to elicit and validate business requirements with stakeholders and to analyse and translate business requirements into requirement packages from which applications solutions are developed. The business analyst is responsible for defining business needs for new and / or enhanced products, services or optimised business processes

Are you someone who can :

• Analyse business from all aspects to develop in in-depth understanding of the business
• Work with end users and project owners to identify business, functional and technical requirements
• Do gap analysis between current and required specifications
• Oversee the planning and execution of systems testing
• Analyse exiting business processes and facilitate with stakeholders to make improvements
• Identify and define business processes and system development or configuration requirements to realise the process end goal
• Work with project team members to define metrics / performance goals / acceptance criteria for the solution or system
• Assist in translating requirements into test conditions and expected results for unit development, system integration and UAT
• Participate in quality reviews or set reviews of designs, prototypes, and other work products.

What you will need :

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Information Systems, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in IT business analysis or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) and system integration.
• Proficiency in requirements management tools and techniques.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Experience with Agile, Scrum, or other iterative development methodologies.
• Knowledge of data analysis and reporting tools (e.g., SQL, Power BI).
• Business Analysis certification (e.g., CBAP, IIBA endorsed) is an advantage.

We can be a match if you can :

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work under pressure

You will have access to :

• Opportunities to network and collaborate.
• Opportunities to innovate.

Are you interested to take the step? We look forward to engaging with you further. Apply now!

Post

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Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.

27 / 06 / 25

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.

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