Junior Business Analyst

SavageOne Pty Ltd; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

SavageOne Pty Ltd is seeking a motivated Junior Business Analyst to join our team in a dynamic, collaborative environment. The role involves analyzing business processes, gathering requirements, and supporting the implementation of new solutions to deliver stakeholder value.

You will work with stakeholders, perform data analysis, and create documentation and use cases. Familiarity with Tableau/Power BI and Agile/Scrum is a plus; excellent communication and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 0–2 years of experience in business analysis or related roles.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Interpersonal and collaborative teamwork abilities.
• Attention to detail and adaptability.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Gather detailed business requirements with stakeholders.
• Analyze data to identify trends, issues, and opportunities.
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive documentation including BRs, process flows, and use cases.
• Assist in the implementation of new processes and systems by supporting project teams.
• Participate in testing and validation to ensure solutions meet requirements.
• Maintain effective stakeholder communication to manage expectations and provide updates.
• Conduct market research to support decision making and strategy development.
• Suggest improvements to business processes and systems to enhance efficiency.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

Visio

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Business Analyst to join our team. The ideal candidate will assist in analyzing business processes, identifying needs, and recommending solutions that deliver value to our stakeholders. This role is perfect for someone looking to grow their career in business analysis and gain hands-on experience in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Requirements Gathering: Work with stakeholders to understand their needs and gather detailed business requirements.
• Data Analysis: Analyze data to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement.
• Documentation: Prepare and maintain comprehensive documentation including business requirements, process flows, and use cases.
• Support Project Implementation: Assist in the implementation of new processes and systems by providing support to project teams.
• Testing and Validation: Participate in the testing phase to ensure that solutions meet business requirements and perform as expected.
• Stakeholder Communication: Maintain effective communication with stakeholders to manage expectations and provide updates on project progress.
• Market Research: Conduct market research to support business decisions and strategy development.
• Continuous Improvement: Suggest improvements to business processes and systems to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Experience: 0-2 years of experience in business analysis, project management, or a related role.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio). Familiarity with business analysis tools and software is a plus.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data and business requirements.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Attention to Detail: High attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing business environments and priorities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum).
• Certification in Business Analysis (e.g., CBAP, CCBA) is a plus.