Senior Business Analyst

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Professional development

Pension plan

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 is hiring a Senior Business Analyst in Kimberley, Northern Cape. You will gather and document business requirements, analyze complex data, and bridge business needs with IT solutions, working with stakeholders across IT, operations and management.

The role requires 5+ years of BA experience in financial services, strong analytical and communication skills, and proficiency with UML/BPMN and Agile/Waterfall methods.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience as a Business Analyst, preferably within the financial services industry.
• Experience in requirements gathering, documentation, and analysis.
• Strong understanding of business process modeling and analysis techniques.
• Proficiency in UML and BPMN; familiarity with Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Elicit, analyze, and document business requirements from stakeholders through interviews, workshops, and surveys.
• Translate business requirements into detailed functional specifications, user stories, and process flows.
• Analyze existing business processes and identify areas for improvement and optimization.
• Collaborate with IT and development teams to ensure accurate implementation of requirements.
• Facilitate user acceptance testing (UAT) and ensure solutions meet business needs.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, including requirements documents and training materials.
• Act as liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams for clear communication.
• Identify and document risks and dependencies related to requirements.
• Support change management activities related to system and process implementations.
• Contribute to business case development and feasibility studies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Facilitation

Education

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

Tools

UML

BPMN

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent financial services institution, is seeking a highly analytical and experienced Senior Business Analyst to join their team in Kimberley, Northern Cape. This role is critical for facilitating business process improvements and technology solutions that align with strategic objectives. You will be responsible for gathering and documenting business requirements, analyzing complex data, and collaborating closely with stakeholders across various departments, including IT, operations, and management. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with a proven ability to bridge the gap between business needs and technical implementation. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to significant projects within a stable and reputable organization in Kimberley. We are looking for a detail-oriented professional who can drive clarity and efficiency in business operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Elicit, analyze, and document business requirements from stakeholders through interviews, workshops, and surveys.
• Translate business requirements into detailed functional specifications, user stories, and process flows.
• Analyze existing business processes and identify areas for improvement and optimization.
• Collaborate closely with IT and development teams to ensure accurate implementation of business requirements.
• Facilitate user acceptance testing (UAT) and ensure that solutions meet business needs.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, including requirements documents, process maps, and training materials.
• Act as a liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams, ensuring clear communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify and document risks and dependencies related to business requirements.
• Support change management activities related to system and process implementations.
• Contribute to business case development and feasibility studies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience as a Business Analyst, preferably within the financial services industry.
• Proven experience in requirements gathering, documentation, and analysis.
• Strong understanding of business process modeling and analysis techniques.
• Proficiency in using business analysis tools and methodologies (e.g., UML, BPMN).
• Experience with Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong facilitation and negotiation skills.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual performance review.
• Comprehensive health insurance plan.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Stable and supportive work environment in Kimberley.
• Contribution to key business transformation initiatives.
• Pension fund and other retirement benefits.
• Generous annual leave and public holidays.