Business Analyst

Business Analyst - Design

We have an exciting opportunity for a Business Analyst where you will be responsible for the analysis and development of business systems. Our Client is an international luxury interior furnishings company that designs, manufactures and markets wallpapers and fabrics together with a wide range of ancillary interior products.

Responsibilities

• Create AS IS / TO BE processes for various areas of the business
• Facilitate the discussion of business problems and opportunities amongst stakeholders
• Provide business requirements to the Business Systems Manager following appropriate analysis and requirements-gathering exercises
• Effective collection of User Stories to drive a quality Business Product
• Act as an advocate for the implementation, governance and continuous improvement of the business roadmap, project framework and agile delivery processes
• Contribute to the definition and continuous improvement of business analysis best practices, including self-development, to maximise effectiveness and productivity
• Promote MVP principles at all times to ensure the requirements deliver what the business needs and to eliminate scope creep
• Create and support business case development across the organisation

Measures of Success

• Proficient in the analysis and development of system processes (IT) and business processes (Operations)
• A passion for problem-solving
• Ability to work independently on projects or other initiatives
• Quick results with an AGILE mindset

Skills & Experience

• Degree in Business Systems or a related field and/or equivalent
• At least five years’ experience as a Business Analyst
• User Story generation (SCRUM or other AGILE practice) / Requirements gathering at a detailed level for at least 5 years
• Worked with IT-related projects for at least five years, from business case development to implementation
• Excellent customer service focus/delivering exceptional service to support a service led proposition
• Excel skills (Intermediate)
• Ability to solve complex problems, while maintaining creativity to generate flexible solutions in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrable experience of understanding and interpreting broad business requirements to deliver customer-focused outcomes
• Adaptable skill set with exceptional organisational skills (ability to plan and manage multiple priorities)
• Strong verbal & written communication skills