Intermediate - Senior Business Systems Analyst

DVT; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading South African technology services provider seeks a Senior Business Systems Analyst in Johannesburg. This pivotal role involves eliciting and documenting complex business requirements, particularly in financial services. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Information Technology, has extensive experience in business analysis, and is skilled with tools such as PowerBI and SQL. This position requires excellent communication skills and experience working collaboratively in an Agile environment. Join a dynamic team to drive successful project outcomes.

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of experience as a Business Analyst in banking or financial sectors.
• Knowledge of FICA regulations and Conduct Risk.
• Proven ability to elicit and document complex business requirements.

Responsibilities

• Elicit and analyze business requirements through various techniques.
• Translate business needs into functional specifications.
• Collaborate with development teams for project success.

Skills

Business analysis

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Agile methodology

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

FTI Business Analyst Diploma

Tools

PowerBI

SQL

C#

MySQL

PostgreSQL

Oracle

SOAP

Job description

DVT Global Scale. Local Engagement.

DVT is a proudly South African founded and operated technology services provider. As a BEE level 2 company we are a committed local partner to South African clients, providing experienced software technology teams or staff to build, enhance or maintain your AI, data and software solutions.

About the Role:

As a Senior Business Systems Analyst, you will play a critical role in bridging the gap between business needs and technical solutions. You will be responsible for eliciting, analyzing, and documenting complex business requirements, translating them into functional specifications, and collaborating with development teams to ensure successful implementation. This role requires a strong understanding of the financial services landscape, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, FTI Business Analyst Diploma or a related field.
• 6-10 years of experience as a Business Analyst, preferably within the banking, financial investment, or insurance industries.
• Knowledge of FICA regulations.
• Background in Conduct Risk or Credit Card Compliance.
• Experience with PowerBI, SQL, C#, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, SOAP
• Familiarity with project management methodologies.
• Strong understanding of the financial services landscape, including relevant regulations and compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to elicit, analyze, and document complex business requirements.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in business analysis tools and techniques.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working in an Agile environment is a plus.

Key Responsibilities:

• Elicit and analyze business requirements through various techniques, including workshops, interviews, and document analysis.
• Translate business needs into detailed functional specifications, use cases, and user stories.
• Develop and maintain process maps, data flow diagrams, and other relevant documentation.
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure a clear understanding of requirements and facilitate effective communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct user acceptance testing (UAT) and validate that solutions meet business requirements.
• Identify and manage project risks and issues.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of business analysis methodologies and best practices.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organization.

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