Graduate Business Analyst

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Structured graduate training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a bright and analytical Graduate Business Analyst to join the Centurion team. This role is ideal for recent graduates who enjoy translating business needs into practical solutions and working with stakeholders across departments.

You will gather requirements, analyze processes, and recommend improvements while participating in a structured graduate training program with learning opportunities and career progression in a forward-thinking organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills are expected.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to understand complex business processes and systems.
• Eagerness to learn and develop in an office-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Elicit, document, and analyze business requirements from stakeholders.
• Map current state processes and identify areas for improvement.
• Translate business needs into functional specifications and user stories for technical teams.
• Support the implementation of new systems and processes with alignment to objectives.
• Conduct user acceptance testing (UAT) and provide feedback.
• Prepare reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

MS Office (Excel/PowerPoint)

Business process understanding

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Information Systems/Finance

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Our client is seeking a bright and analytical Graduate Business Analyst to join their team in Centurion . This position is perfect for recent graduates with a passion for understanding business needs and translating them into effective solutions. You will work closely with stakeholders across various departments to gather requirements, analyze processes, and recommend improvements. This role offers a structured career path, significant learning opportunities, and the chance to make a real impact on business operations. You will be an integral part of a forward-thinking organization dedicated to innovation and efficiency, working within a professional office setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Elicit, document, and analyze business requirements from stakeholders.
• Map current state processes and identify areas for improvement.
• Translate business needs into functional specifications and user stories for technical teams.
• Support the implementation of new systems and processes, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Conduct user acceptance testing (UAT) and provide feedback.
• Prepare reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Finance, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to understand complex business processes and systems.
• Eagerness to learn and develop in a professional, office-based environment.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Structured graduate training and development program.
• Opportunities for advancement and specialization within the business analysis field.
• Supportive team environment and regular performance feedback.
• Exposure to diverse business challenges and strategic initiatives.