Remote Junior Business Analyst

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary

Extensive training & development

Mentorship from experienced analysts

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Remote Junior Business Analyst to join a global software solutions team. The role is fully remote and ideal for a recent graduate eager to bridge business needs with technical solutions, contributing to innovative software projects from anywhere.

You will gather and analyze requirements, document processes, and collaborate with developers and product managers to define scope and ensure successful delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Admin, IT, CS, or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, essential for remote collaboration.
• Familiarity with SDLC and agile methodologies.
• Ability to interpret business needs and translate them into technical requirements.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to manage time effectively in a remote setting.
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills for effective remote interaction.
• Proficiency in standard office software.
• Occasional collaboration with teams connected to Benoni, Gauteng.

Responsibilities

• Elicit, analyze, and document business requirements from stakeholders.
• Translate business needs into functional specifications for the development team.
• Create process flow diagrams and user stories.
• Collaborate with product managers and developers to define project scope and objectives.
• Facilitate requirement gathering sessions and workshops.
• Assist in testing and validation of software solutions to ensure they meet business needs.
• Support the product management team in backlog grooming and prioritization.
• Communicate requirements and project updates to relevant stakeholders.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of business analysis methodologies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Remote collaboration

Time management

Education

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

Tools

SDLC knowledge

Agile methodologies

Office software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a cutting-edge software solutions provider with a global reach, is looking for a motivated Remote Junior Business Analyst to join their agile product development team. This position is ideal for a recent graduate passionate about bridging the gap between business needs and technical solutions, all within a fully remote work environment. You will be instrumental in gathering and analyzing business requirements, documenting processes, and collaborating closely with development teams to ensure the successful delivery of innovative software products. This role offers extensive opportunities for professional growth, learning, and contributing to impactful projects from anywhere. We are seeking individuals who are excellent communicators, analytical thinkers, and eager to immerse themselves in the world of business analysis and technology, contributing to our client's success from their location in or near Benoni, Gauteng , while working remotely.

Key Responsibilities

• Elicit, analyze, and document business requirements from stakeholders.
• Translate business needs into functional specifications for the development team.
• Create process flow diagrams and user stories.
• Collaborate with product managers and developers to define project scope and objectives.
• Facilitate requirement gathering sessions and workshops.
• Assist in testing and validation of software solutions to ensure they meet business needs.
• Support the product management team in backlog grooming and prioritization.
• Communicate requirements and project updates to relevant stakeholders.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of business analysis methodologies.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, essential for remote collaboration.
• Familiarity with business analysis tools and techniques is a plus.Understanding of software development life cycles (SDLC) and agile methodologies.
• Ability to interpret business needs and translate them into technical requirements.
• Self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, and able to manage time effectively in a remote setting.
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills for effective remote interaction.
• Proficiency in standard office software.
• While the role is remote, occasional collaboration with teams connected to Benoni, Gauteng , is beneficial.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement, offering flexibility and work‑life balance.
• Competitive salary and performance‑based incentives.
• Extensive training and professional development opportunities.
• Exposure to diverse projects and cutting‑edge technologies.
• Mentorship from experienced business analysts and product managers.
• A collaborative and inclusive remote work culture.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on product development.