Senior Business Analyst - Enterprise Solutions

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health benefits

Professional development

Retirement plan

Tech training

Supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Business Analyst for a renowned management consultancy in Centurion. This hybrid role blends remote flexibility with essential in‑office collaboration to bridge business needs and technology, driving enterprise‑wide system implementations.

You will elicit, analyze, and document requirements, translate business needs into functional specifications (BPMN aware), and facilitate workshops with stakeholders to gain consensus and sign‑off.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Elicit, analyze, and document business requirements from stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Translate business needs into detailed functional and non-functional specifications for IT systems.
• Facilitate workshops and meetings to gather requirements, present findings, and gain consensus.
• Collaborate closely with development teams to ensure solutions meet business needs and are delivered on time.
• Conduct user acceptance testing (UAT) and provide support during system implementation phases.
• Analyze existing business processes, identify inefficiencies, and propose process improvements.
• Develop comprehensive project documentation, including use cases, user stories, and process flows.
• Act as a liaison between business units and IT, ensuring clear communication and understanding.
• Contribute to strategic planning and the evaluation of new technology solutions.

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a renowned management consultancy, is seeking a skilled Senior Business Analyst to join their expanding team. This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, blending remote flexibility with essential in-office collaboration, based in Centurion, Gauteng, ZA. You will be responsible for bridging the gap between business needs and technological solutions, driving the successful implementation of enterprise-wide systems. This includes gathering requirements, defining system functionalities, and ensuring that solutions align with strategic business objectives. You will play a crucial role in analyzing complex business processes, identifying opportunities for improvement, and translating these insights into effective technical specifications. This position requires a blend of strong analytical acumen, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of business operations. You will work closely with stakeholders across various departments to deliver transformative solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Elicit, analyze, and document business requirements from stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Translate business needs into detailed functional and non-functional specifications for IT systems.
• Facilitate workshops and meetings to gather requirements, present findings, and gain consensus.
• Collaborate closely with development teams to ensure solutions meet business needs and are delivered on time.
• Conduct user acceptance testing (UAT) and provide support during system implementation phases.
• Analyze existing business processes, identify inefficiencies, and propose process improvements.
• Develop comprehensive project documentation, including use cases, user stories, and process flows.
• Act as a liaison between business units and IT, ensuring clear communication and understanding.
• Contribute to strategic planning and the evaluation of new technology solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Business Analyst, with a focus on enterprise solutions.
• Proven experience in requirements gathering, process modeling (e.g., BPMN), and system analysis.
• Strong understanding of SDLC methodologies (Agile, Waterfall).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams in a hybrid work environment.
• Proficiency in business analysis tools and techniques.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks effectively in a hybrid setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility and in-office collaboration.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and training.
• Supportive team environment.