Business Analyst | Centurion

The Recruitment Council; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for an Intermediate Business Analyst to join a dynamic team focused on enhancing operational efficiencies in a trading and balance sheet management environment. This role is pivotal in identifying inefficiencies and aligning initiatives with strategic business objectives. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in business analysis, coupled with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. You will engage with stakeholders to gather requirements, conduct gap analyses, and recommend process optimizations. This role offers a chance to influence strategic decisions and make a significant impact within the financial sector. If you are passionate about driving improvements and thrive in a collaborative environment, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of business analysis or process improvement experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or Information Systems required.

Responsibilities

• Develop a deep knowledge of trading-related processes and their integration.
• Lead workshops to gather business requirements and translate them into specifications.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Problem-Solving

Requirements Gathering

Process Design

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Stakeholder Management

Attention to Detail

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Bachelor’s degree in Finance

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems

CBAP Certification

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for an Intermediate Business Analyst to drive operational improvements within a trading and balance sheet management environment. This role focuses on addressing inefficiencies, optimizing processes, and aligning initiatives with strategic business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Business Understanding: Develop a deep knowledge of trading-related processes (Front Office, Middle Office, Back Office, Collateral Management, and Treasury) and how they integrate with broader balance sheet management goals.
2. Requirements Gathering: Lead workshops and engage with stakeholders to identify and define business requirements, translating complex needs into clear specifications that guide project delivery.
3. Gap Analysis: Analyze current and future states to identify inefficiencies and improvement opportunities across processes, tools, data, and people.
4. Change Impact Analysis: Assess the impacts of proposed changes on systems, processes, and personnel, ensuring readiness for implementation.
5. Process Mapping and Documentation: Create detailed process flows and architectural diagrams to illustrate dependencies, risks, and areas for optimization. Ensure traceability of all business requirements throughout project lifecycles.
6. Process Optimization: Recommend and document tactical improvements to streamline operations and enhance efficiency, providing actionable insights to stakeholders.
7. Stakeholder Engagement: Manage relationships with key stakeholders to align on goals, facilitate collaboration, and ensure clear communication throughout projects.
8. Solution Testing and Validation: Support solution design, validate implementation through testing, and gather user feedback to ensure successful delivery.
9. Data Analysis: Analyze data to provide meaningful insights and recommendations that support process and decision-making improvements.
10. Risk Management: Identify potential operational risks and work with stakeholders to develop mitigation strategies that ensure business continuity.
11. Decision Support: Provide well-reasoned recommendations and insights to senior management, influencing strategic decisions.

Qualifications and Experience:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or Information Systems.
2. Certifications such as CBAP (Certified Business Analysis Professional) are an advantage.
3. 5–7 years of business analysis or process improvement experience, preferably within financial markets, banking, or insurance industries.

Core Competencies:

1. Analytical Thinking and Problem-Solving
2. Requirements Gathering and Process Design
3. Change Impact Assessment
4. Data Analysis and Interpretation
5. Communication and Presentation Skills
6. Stakeholder Relationship Management
7. Attention to Detail and Risk Management