Graduate Business Analyst

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Graduate salary

Remote work

Training programs

Diverse projects

Supportive culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Graduate Business Analyst to join their fully remote team in South Africa. You will bridge business needs and technology, gathering requirements, analyzing processes, and supporting delivery across projects.

The role is remote-first, collaborative with stakeholders, and offers structured training in business analysis, Agile methodologies, and project management. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree and are eager to learn, with strong communication and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Finance, or related field.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, essential for remote work.
• Familiarity with UML and Agile methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Gather and document business requirements from various stakeholders through interviews and workshops.
• Analyze business processes and identify areas for improvement and efficiency gains.
• Translate business needs into functional specifications and user stories for the development team.
• Support testing and implementation phases of projects, ensuring solutions meet business objectives.
• Create process flow diagrams, use cases, and other documentation to communicate requirements effectively.
• Liaise between business stakeholders and the technical team to ensure clear communication.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

UML

Agile

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Finance, or related field

Tools

UML

Agile methodologies

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic technology firm located in Vereeniging , is seeking motivated Graduate Business Analysts to join their fully remote team. This role is perfect for individuals who are passionate about bridging the gap between business needs and technological solutions. You will work collaboratively with stakeholders to define requirements, analyze processes, and contribute to the development of effective business strategies. Embrace the flexibility of a remote-first culture while gaining exposure to a wide array of business challenges and software development cycles.

Key Responsibilities

• Gather and document business requirements from various stakeholders through interviews and workshops.
• Analyze business processes and identify areas for improvement and efficiency gains.
• Translate business needs into functional specifications and user stories for the development team.
• Support the testing and implementation phases of projects, ensuring solutions meet business objectives.
• Create process flow diagrams, use cases, and other documentation to communicate requirements effectively.
• Liaise between business stakeholders and the technical team to ensure clear communication and understanding.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Finance, or a related field.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, essential for a remote role.
• Familiarity with business analysis tools and methodologies (e.g., UML, Agile).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a virtual team environment.
• Proactive attitude with a strong desire to learn and contribute.

Benefits

• Competitive graduate salary with opportunities for bonuses.
• Full support for a remote working environment, fostering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive training programs in business analysis and project management.
• Exposure to diverse business challenges and innovative technology projects.
• A supportive and inclusive virtual team culture focused on growth.