Business Analyst

Parvana; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global investment firm based in South Africa is seeking a Business Analyst to analyze business processes and collaborate with R&D teams. The role involves managing the product backlog, ensuring system design aligns with business goals, and providing support post-deployment. Candidates should have a relevant degree and at least 3 years of experience in the financial services sector. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to drive performance and innovation in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience as a Business Analyst in financial services.
• Ability to bridge business and R&D teams.
• Experience with system testing and quality control.

Responsibilities

• Analyze business processes and document system requirements.
• Manage the product backlog and prioritize features.
• Assist R&D teams with documentation and deliverables.
• Provide support and training during system rollout.

Skills

Agile methodology

SQL

Business process analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Technical documentation

Education

Relevant tertiary degree

Qualification in Business Analysis

Job description

Job Description
About our client:

With a focus on Africa, China, the UK and the US, this global investment firm offers you an opportunity to be involved with a unique approach to responsible investing whilst driving performance and innovation. This client is guided by a philosophy of investing with care and seeks out top achievers who are looking to redefine and shape the future of the investment industry. Our client holds a firm belief that their work goes beyond financial gains and numbers, recognising the impact of their actions on the lives and futures of those they serve. With a specialised focus on emerging markets and a passion for Africa and China, our client offers independent advice, analysis, and reporting services to a diverse range of asset owners, investment managers, hedge funds, private equity firms, service providers, and brokers.

What you will be doing:

• Analyse business processes, engage stakeholders to define and document system requirements, conduct design sessions, and ensure alignment with business impact and goals.
• Act as a bridge between business and R&D teams, managing the product backlog, prioritising features, and coordinating delivery while representing user needs throughout development cycles.
• Assist R&D teams with documentation, deliverables, and sprint participation; ensure system design aligns with performance, security, scalability, and usability requirements.
• Support system testing and quality control, help ensure solution reliability, and participate in post-implementation tasks including user training and rollout support.
• Deliver first-line support for system and training-related issues, and provide continued assistance to business and development teams post-deployment.
• Leverage software development principles (Agile, SDLC) and SQL, produce and maintain accurate, user-friendly documentation; communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.

What our client is looking for:

• A relevant tertiary degree would be beneficial
• A qualification in Business Analysis would be advantageous.
• 3 years' plus experience as a Business Analyst in a financial services environment would be great.

Job ID:

• J106932

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