Business Analyst Associate

Requisition ID: 254472

Thanks for your interest in ScotiaTech, Scotiabanks new and innovative Technology hub in Bogota.

Join a purpose driven winning team that promotes creativity and innovation in a fast-paced environment, where we’re always committed to results, in an inclusive, diverse, and high-performing culture.

Purpose

Detail-oriented and business-driven Business Analyst with a strong background in data discovery, cross-functional collaboration, and analytical reporting. Proven ability to bridge the gap between business needs and technical solutions by translating complex requirements into actionable insights. Skilled in identifying data-driven opportunities, enhancing business processes, and enabling informed decision-making across organizational levels.

Experienced in working with SMEs, data engineers, and stakeholders across diverse domains, with a solid foundation in data analytics, process optimization, and modern reporting tools. Adept at managing end-to-end analysis workflows in Agile and hybrid environments, with a strong focus on accuracy, clarity, and delivery impact.

Accountabilities

Data Discovery

• Identify and document data sources, flows, and gaps relevant to business initiatives.
• Collaborate with data engineering teams to understand infrastructure, schemas, and data lineage.
• Conduct stakeholder interviews to uncover analytical needs and use cases.
  
  

SME Collaboration

• Partner with subject matter experts (SMEs) across business lines to gather functional requirements.
• Facilitate cross-functional workshops to ensure shared understanding and alignment of goals.
• Translate business needs into clear, actionable technical specifications.
  
  

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Analyze structured and unstructured data to derive insights and support decision-making.
• Build and maintain dashboards, scorecards, and ad hoc reports to track KPIs and business performance.
• Validate data accuracy and integrity across systems and reports.
  
  

Process Improvement

• Assess current-state business processes and recommend improvements leveraging data insights.
• Support the development of automated reporting workflows and streamlined intake models.
• Track process enhancement outcomes and generate value-based reporting for stakeholders.
  
  

Education / Experience / Other Information

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Data Analytics, Computer Science, or related field.
• A master’s degree is considered an asset.
  
  

Experience

• 3+ years of experience as a Business Analyst in data-centric or analytics-driven environments.
• Prior experience working with cross-functional teams in Agile or hybrid delivery models.
• Exposure to financial services, banking, or regulated industries preferred.
  
  

Technical Skills

• Proven experience in Excel, SQL, and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Looker).
• Familiarity with data mapping, process modeling (BPMN, Visio), and documentation tools (Confluence, JIRA).
• Understanding data governance, metadata, and quality frameworks.
  
  

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership, stakeholder communication, and problem-solving abilities. Candidates must demonstrate adaptability and a growth mindset
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in Business Analysis (CBAP, CCBA, PMI-PBA, or similar).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., GCP, Azure, AWS) and data migration projects.
• Knowledge of data modeling concepts or experience in data platform migrations.
  
  

Working Conditions

• Work in a standard office-based environment, with standard hours.
  
  

Location(s): Colombia : Bogota : Bogota

ScotiaTech is a business unit within ScotiaGBS, a Scotiabank Group company located in Bogota, Colombia. The ScotiaTech hub was created to support different technology systems and processes of the Bank. We offer an inclusive, positive work environment, and competitive benefits.

At ScotiaTech, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at ScotiaTech; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

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