Graduate Trainee Business Analyst (Remote)

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work environment

Mentorship and training

Career growth opportunities

Inclusive virtual team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Graduate Trainee Business Analyst for a fully remote role. You will gather requirements, map current processes, and propose technology-enabled improvements across departments.

This role is ideal for recent graduates who are eager to learn and develop analytical skills in a remote-first environment. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, create use cases, assist in testing solutions, and gain exposure to business analysis methodologies.

Qualifications

• Recent degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Economics, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking capabilities.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Gather and document business requirements from stakeholders through interviews and workshops.
• Analyze current business processes and identify areas for improvement or automation.
• Create process flow diagrams, use cases, and functional specifications.
• Liaise between business users and technical teams to ensure clear understanding and alignment.
• Assist in testing solutions to ensure they meet the defined business requirements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Recent degree in Business Admin / IS / Economics

Tools

Business analysis tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a sharp and analytical Graduate Trainee Business Analyst to join their team on a fully remote basis. This role is ideal for recent graduates who possess strong problem-solving skills and are keen to understand and improve business processes. You will work with various departments to gather requirements, analyze business needs, and propose solutions that leverage technology and enhance efficiency. Collaborating virtually with teams across the organization, you will play a crucial role in bridging the gap between business objectives and technical implementation, developing your skills in a dynamic, remote-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Gather and document business requirements from stakeholders through interviews and workshops.
• Analyze current business processes and identify areas for improvement or automation.
• Create process flow diagrams, use cases, and functional specifications.
• Liaise between business users and technical teams to ensure clear understanding and alignment.
• Assist in testing solutions to ensure they meet the defined business requirements.

Requirements

• A recent degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Economics, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking capabilities.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with business analysis tools and methodologies is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work environment providing flexibility and autonomy.
• Extensive training and mentorship in business analysis techniques.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• A collaborative and inclusive virtual team culture.