Graduate Business Analyst Trainee

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured training

Mentorship program

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional development courses

Exposure to diverse business units

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking ambitious and analytical graduates to join their Business Analyst Trainee program. This role bridges business needs and technology, offering exposure to multiple functions and opportunities to drive process improvements while learning to develop effective business strategies.

The hybrid work model combines in-office collaboration with remote work, supporting a structured training regime and mentorship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite , particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and business methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Support senior analysts in gathering and documenting business requirements from stakeholders.
• Analyze business processes, identify inefficiencies, and propose solutions for improvement.
• Assist in the creation of reports, presentations, and dashboards to communicate findings and recommendations.
• Participate in user acceptance testing (UAT) to ensure delivered solutions meet business needs.
• Contribute to project planning and execution by tracking tasks and progress.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving

Team interaction

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking ambitious and analytical graduates to join their Business Analyst Trainee program in Cape Town . This role is designed for individuals with a keen interest in bridging the gap between business needs and technological solutions. You will gain exposure to various business functions, learn to identify opportunities for process improvement, and contribute to the development of effective business strategies. The hybrid work model offers flexibility, combining collaborative in-office days with the convenience of remote work, fostering a balanced and productive environment for learning and contribution within a leading organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Support senior analysts in gathering and documenting business requirements from stakeholders.


• Analyze business processes, identify inefficiencies, and propose solutions for improvement.


• Assist in the creation of reports, presentations, and dashboards to communicate findings and recommendations.


• Participate in user acceptance testing (UAT) to ensure delivered solutions meet business needs.


• Contribute to project planning and execution by tracking tasks and progress.

Requirements

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


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse teams.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite , particularly Excel and PowerPoint.


• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and business methodologies.

Benefits

• Structured training and mentorship program for career development.


• Competitive salary with regular performance reviews.


• Hybrid work arrangement for work-life balance.


• Access to company-sponsored professional development courses.


• Exposure to diverse business units and strategic projects within Cape Town .