Business Analyst IV

As a Business Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between the technical team and our business clients. You will be responsible for advocating for the business's needs throughout the complex solution development lifecycle, from initiation to post-implementation follow-up. This role requires strong analytical skills, exceptional communication abilities, and a deep understanding of both business processes and technical solutions.

Our client is a leading financial institution committed to serving customers and communities across the nation. With a focus on innovation and customer satisfaction, we strive to deliver cutting-edge solutions that meet the evolving needs of our clients.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Information Systems, or related field

• Eight (8) years of experience in Business/Systems analysis or a related field

• Experience writing User Stories in an Agile environment

General Requirements

• Ability to learn additional systems as needed

• Strong research and data analysis skills

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)

• Strong project management skills

• Excellent verbal, written communication, and organizational skills

• Strong work ethic and self-motivation

Preferred Requirements

• Master of Business Administration (MBA) or closely related degree

Essential Functions

• Advocate for business clients throughout the solution development lifecycle, including initiation, analysis, development, testing, implementation, and post-implementation follow-up

• Perform complex analysis to identify core business issues and map out potential solutions in collaboration with business clients

• Develop business cases for proposed solutions, outlining the need, method, and benefits of implementation

• Work closely with development teams to refine solution designs, methods, and outcomes

• Monitor progress to ensure that emerging solutions meet the demands outlined in requirement documents

• Resolve conflicts arising from technical deviations and ensure alignment with agreed-upon requirements

• Collaborate with testing teams to ensure identified issues are fully resolved prior to rollout

• Evaluate user interactions with solutions during implementation and make necessary modifications as needed

• Stay updated on best practices, resources, and trends in the industry

• May work on assignments spanning multiple business or technical areas

• Conduct research to guide the development and implementation of new initiatives

• Act as a trainer, mentor, and advisor to all levels within the organization

• May lead large and/or high-impact projects

• Perform other tasks as required