Junior Business Analyst - IT Projects

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Business Analyst in Sandton, Gauteng, to join a dynamic IT consulting team. This hybrid role offers an entry point for graduates to bridge business needs and technology solutions, collaborating with project managers, developers, and stakeholders to gather requirements and document processes.

You will support IT projects' planning and delivery, contribute to UAT, and help maintain project documentation and training materials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Visio for process mapping.
• Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in eliciting, analyzing, and documenting business requirements from stakeholders.
• Create functional specifications, user stories, and process flows.
• Support project managers in planning and executing IT projects.
• Facilitate communication between business users and the technical team.
• Participate in user acceptance testing (UAT) and support issue resolution.
• Analyze business processes and identify areas for improvement.
• Contribute to the development of project documentation and training materials.
• Help manage project scope and track progress against requirements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

SDLC understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems

Business Administration

Computer Science

Tools

Visio

Job description

About the Role Our client, a leading IT consulting firm, is seeking an enthusiastic Junior Business Analyst to join their project team in Sandton, Gauteng. This hybrid role offers a fantastic entry point for graduates keen to bridge the gap between business needs and technology solutions. You will work closely with project managers, developers, and business stakeholders to gather requirements, document processes, and ensure IT projects align with business objectives. This is a great opportunity to develop essential analytical and communication skills in a dynamic consulting environment. Located in Sandton, you'll contribute to a variety of challenging IT projects, gaining valuable experience in system analysis and project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in eliciting, analyzing, and documenting business requirements from stakeholders.
• Create functional specifications, user stories, and process flows.
• Support project managers in planning and executing IT projects.
• Facilitate communication between business users and the technical team.
• Participate in user acceptance testing (UAT) and support issue resolution.
• Analyze business processes and identify areas for improvement.
• Contribute to the development of project documentation and training materials.
• Help manage project scope and track progress against requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Visio for process mapping.
• Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and adapt to changing project needs.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Eagerness to learn and develop skills in business analysis and IT project management in Sandton.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement fund contributions, and extensive opportunities for professional development and certifications.
• The hybrid work model allows for flexibility, combining in-office collaboration with remote work efficiency in Sandton, Gauteng.
• You will gain exposure to diverse projects and industries, working alongside experienced consultants.
• Enjoy a supportive team culture and a clear career progression path within the IT consulting sector.