Junior Business Analyst

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Presencial; ZAR 180.000 - 260.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Mentorship program

Hands-on training

Career development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Business Analyst in Pietermaritzburg. This entry-level role is ideal for recent graduates eager to start a career in business analysis and data interpretation.

You will work with senior analysts to document processes, gather requirements, and support data-driven improvements across projects, gaining hands-on experience in a supportive environment.

Formación

• Recent graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Economics, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a Pietermaritzburg team.

Responsabilidades

• Assist in gathering and documenting business requirements from stakeholders through interviews and workshops.
• Create clear and concise process flow diagrams, use cases, and other business analysis artifacts.
• Support the analysis of data to identify trends, patterns, and areas for process improvement.
• Collaborate with development and QA teams to ensure accurate understanding and implementation of requirements.
• Participate in user acceptance testing (UAT) and provide feedback on system functionality.
• Help prepare reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to management.

Conocimientos

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems

Bachelor's degree in Economics

Herramientas

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

MS Office

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is seeking an ambitious and detail-oriented Junior Business Analyst to join their dynamic team in Pietermaritzburg . This entry-level position is designed for recent graduates eager to launch their careers in business analysis and data interpretation. You will work closely with senior analysts and project managers to understand business needs, document processes, and contribute to the development of innovative solutions. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in a supportive environment, learn essential analytical skills, and make a tangible impact on our client's strategic initiatives. You will be integral in bridging the gap between business objectives and technical implementation.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in gathering and documenting business requirements from stakeholders through interviews and workshops.
• Create clear and concise process flow diagrams, use cases, and other business analysis artifacts.
• Support the analysis of data to identify trends, patterns, and areas for process improvement.
• Collaborate with development and QA teams to ensure accurate understanding and implementation of requirements.
• Participate in user acceptance testing (UAT) and provide feedback on system functionality.
• Help prepare reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to management.

Requirements

• A recent graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Economics, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities in English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment in Pietermaritzburg .

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary and opportunities for performance-based increases.
• Comprehensive training and mentorship program for career development.
• Exposure to diverse business projects and industry best practices.
• A positive and collaborative work environment fostering professional growth.
• Contribution to challenging and rewarding projects that impact the business.