Business Analyst

Network Recruitment; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Recruitment is seeking a curious, commercially minded Business Analyst to tackle root causes of complex challenges and drive value.

You will use SQL to validate assumptions, collaborate with tech teams, and translate findings into practical improvements. 3–5 years' experience is preferred, with strong communication and willingness to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years' experience in Business Analysis, Product, Operations, Consulting, Data Analysis, or similar role.
• Strong SQL skills to analyze data and derive insights.
• Experience collaborating with technology or software development teams.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking abilities.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and solving complex business challenges.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Investigate pain points across products, systems and processes to identify root causes.
• Analyse data using SQL to validate assumptions, identify trends and support recommendations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand operational challenges and improve performance.
• Break down complex problems into practical, actionable solutions.
• Work with stakeholders and development teams to define and implement improvements.
• Create user stories, process flows, specifications and documentation when needed.
• Test and validate solutions before implementation to ensure business needs are met.
• Identify opportunities to simplify, automate and enhance processes.
• Communicate insights and recommendations to technical and non-technical audiences.

Skills

SQL

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Travel willingness

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Job description

Are you a naturally curious problem solver who enjoys getting to the root cause of complex business challenges? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where you can use data, critical thinking, and collaboration to drive meaningful change? If so, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Investigate business and customer pain points across products, systems, and processes to identify root causes.
• Analyse data using SQL to validate assumptions, identify trends, and support recommendations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand operational challenges and improve business performance.
• Break down complex problems into practical, actionable solutions.
• Work closely with stakeholders and development teams to define and implement improvements.
• Create user stories, process flows, specifications, and documentation where necessary.
• Test and validate solutions before implementation to ensure business needs are met.
• Continuously identify opportunities to simplify, automate, and enhance business processes.
• Communicate insights and recommendations effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• 3 to 5 years' experience in Business Analysis, Product, Operations, Consulting, Data Analysis, or a similar problem-solving role.
• Strong SQL skills with the ability to analyse data and uncover actionable insights.
• Experience working alongside technology or software development teams.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking abilities.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and solving complex business challenges.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Relevant tertiary qualification advantageous.
• Experience within financial services, lending, or African markets beneficial but not essential.
• Willingness to travel when required.

What We're Looking For:

We are seeking an inquisitive and commercially minded individual who challenges the status quo, enjoys solving problems through evidence-based decision-making, and can build strong relationships across diverse teams. You should be someone who can turn uncertainty into clarity and deliver practical solutions that create real business value.