Lead Business Analyst

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Annual performance reviews

Bonuses

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Lead Business Analyst in Cape Town to drive business process analysis and strategic improvements. You will bridge business stakeholders and technical teams, translate complex requirements into actionable plans, and lead scope definition and elicitation for key initiatives.

You will mentor junior analysts, collaborate with delivery teams, and help enhance BA practices while delivering measurable gains in efficiency and client satisfaction across a dynamic

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field.
• 5+ years as a Business Analyst in lead/senior capacity.
• Strong BPMN understanding and requirements management skills.
• Excellent analytical, documentation, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient stakeholder management and cross-team communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead requirements gathering and analysis for key projects with stakeholders at all levels.
• Create detailed business process models, use cases, and functional specs for current and future states.
• Facilitate workshops to elicit and validate stakeholder requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate with development and QA to ensure solutions meet business needs and quality standards.
• Mentor junior business analysts and contribute to BA practice improvements.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Business analysis

Leadership

Requirements elicitation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Information Systems or related field

Tools

BPMN

Job description

Our client seeks an experienced Lead Business Analyst to spearhead business process analysis and strategic improvement initiatives in Cape Town . In this crucial role, you will bridge the gap between business stakeholders and technical teams, translating complex requirements into actionable plans that drive operational efficiency and enhance client satisfaction. You will be instrumental in defining project scope, eliciting requirements, and ensuring the successful implementation of solutions that align with the company's strategic objectives. This position offers a significant opportunity to influence business strategy and lead impactful projects within a growing organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the requirements gathering and analysis process for key business projects, working closely with stakeholders at all levels.
• Develop detailed business process models, use cases, and functional specifications to document current and future state processes.
• Facilitate workshops and meetings to elicit, validate, and manage stakeholder requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with development and QA teams to ensure solutions accurately meet business needs and quality standards.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior business analysts and contribute to the continuous improvement of BA practices within the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience as a Business Analyst, with a proven track record in a lead or senior capacity.
• Strong understanding of business process modeling (BPMN) and requirements management tools.
• Excellent analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in stakeholder management and effective communication across diverse teams.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package with annual performance reviews and potential bonuses.
• Exposure to a wide range of strategic projects within a dynamic industry.
• Opportunities for professional development, certifications, and ongoing training.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• A collaborative work environment that values continuous improvement and innovation.