Senior Business Analyst

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Business Analyst to join our client in Polokwane. You will understand business needs, translate them into functional specifications, and act as a bridge between business stakeholders and IT teams.

This role emphasizes delivering value through clear requirements and effective collaboration. Responsibilities include eliciting requirements, documenting user stories, supporting UAT, and guiding solution delivery in a hybrid work environment that blends in-office

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Business Analyst in a corporate or IT environment.
• Strong understanding of business analysis methodologies and tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and managing stakeholder expectations.
• Familiarity with project management principles and agile methodologies is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Elicit, document, and manage business requirements from various stakeholders.
• Analyze business processes and identify areas for improvement through technology solutions.
• Develop detailed functional specifications, user stories, and use cases for software development.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration between business units and technical teams.
• Conduct user acceptance testing (UAT) and support the implementation of new systems.
• Provide insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Problem-solving

BA methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Business Analyst to join their growing team in Polokwane. This pivotal role focuses on understanding business needs, analyzing requirements, and translating them into effective technical solutions. You will act as a key liaison between business stakeholders and the IT development teams, ensuring that projects align with strategic business objectives. This hybrid position offers a blend of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility, making it ideal for a detail-oriented professional seeking impact and balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Elicit, document, and manage business requirements from various stakeholders.
• Analyze business processes and identify areas for improvement through technology solutions.
• Develop detailed functional specifications, user stories, and use cases for software development.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration between business units and technical teams.
• Conduct user acceptance testing (UAT) and support the implementation of new systems.
• Provide insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Business Analyst in a corporate or IT environment.
• Strong understanding of business analysis methodologies and tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and managing stakeholder expectations.
• Familiarity with project management principles and agile methodologies is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Hybrid work model offering a balance of office and remote work.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.