Junior Business Analyst

A Junior Business Analyst plays a vital role in assisting organizations to improve their processes and systems. They work closely with senior analysts and stakeholders to gather requirements, analyze data, and identify areas for improvement. This role serves as an entry point into the business analysis world, providing foundational skills and knowledge essential for advancing in the field. Junior Business Analysts engage in various tasks such as problem-solving, data interpretation, and project coordination. They need to have excellent communication skills, an analytical mindset, and the ability to work collaboratively with different teams within the organization. This position is ideal for recent graduates or those with some initial experience in business analysis who are looking to grow their career in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior analysts in gathering and organizing business requirements from stakeholders.
• Analyze data to identify trends and patterns for process improvements.
• Document and communicate findings and recommendations effectively to stakeholders.
• Coordinate meetings with stakeholders to understand their needs and constraints.
• Support the creation and development of process maps and workflow documents.
• Participate in testing activities to ensure solutions meet business requirements.
• Assist in preparing presentations and reports for management review and approval.
• Monitor and report on project progress and escalating any issues promptly.
• Contribute to the development of training materials and user guides.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and business analysis techniques.
• Assist in the management and prioritization of the backlog of project requirements.
• Provide administrative support as needed for project documentation and records.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement.
• Basic understanding of business process modeling and analysis techniques.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment with various stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with project management tools and software is a plus.