A Business Analyst (BA) in the financial industry bridges the gap between business needs and technical solutions, ensuring that technology aligns with the organization's strategic objectives. Senior feature analysts with financial services experience are required to have 8 years of experience in business applications and exposure to IT functions. Key responsibilities include business and data analysis, solutions design, data modeling, and testing. The BA will document requirements, work with systems analysts and project managers to design and implement solutions, and ensure adherence to testing protocols. They are responsible for user acceptance testing and the implementation of new or updated applications. The role also involves investigating and defining requirements for business processes, conducting feasibility studies, and formulating strategies to improve the business environment. BAs analyze system or business processes to identify problems, risks, and opportunities for improvement, facilitating the implementation of new processes and conducting audits when needed. They also provide support, including end-user training, design new business processes, and consult with management on business procedures and policies. A matric qualification, a BA qualification, and 5 years of relevant experience are required for this role.
