Business Analyst (Level Up Usa)

A Business Analyst plays a crucial role in analyzing and improving business processes within an organization. They work closely with stakeholders, including management, clients, and technical teams, to gather requirements, identify problems, and propose solutions. The Business Analyst leverages their analytical skills to translate complex business needs into clear and actionable specifications for system development or process improvement. They contribute to project planning, documentation, and implementation, ensuring successful outcomes.

Responsibilities:

1. Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business objectives, processes, and requirements.
2. Conduct thorough analysis of current business processes, systems, and workflows.
3. Identify areas for improvement, efficiency gains, and cost reductions.
4. Develop detailed documentation of business requirements, user stories, and functional specifications.
5. Facilitate communication between business stakeholders and technical teams.
6. Participate in project planning, including defining scope, objectives, and deliverables.
7. Perform gap analysis to identify system or process deficiencies.
8. Propose innovative solutions that align with business goals and constraints.
9. Assist in the testing and quality assurance process, ensuring solutions meet requirements.
10. Provide training and support to end users during implementation and post-implementation phases.
11. Monitor project progress, identify risks, and propose mitigations.
12. Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies relevant to business analysis.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field.
2. Proven experience as a Business Analyst or similar role.
3. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
4. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels.
5. Proficient in gathering and documenting business requirements, user stories, and functional specifications.
6. Familiarity with Agile methodologies and project management principles.
7. Knowledge of process modeling and analysis techniques.
8. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
9. Detail-oriented with a focus on delivering high-quality results.
10. Proficiency in using business analysis tools and software.
11. Experience in data analysis and SQL queries is a plus.
12. Relevant certifications such as Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) are desirable.