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Business Analyst

The Business Analyst responsibilities within the company include:

  • Demonstrating service delivery excellence by creating and maintaining high-quality deliverables for clients
  • Contributing and leveraging our client's knowledge base during the course of service delivery
  • Maintaining existing and creating new relationships at the client site
  • Identifying potential opportunities for work at existing clients
  • Leading small teams of consultants to support larger projects
  • Increasing domain and consulting knowledge through self-study, on-line training and class room training

Qualifications:

  • Domain experience in Business Analysis is required. 3-4 years of experience is required in the following activities:
  • Working with business users to help identify and document features and product requirements
  • Eliciting business, user and system requirements using techniques such as facilitated workshops, user task analysis and focus groups
  • Analyzing and documenting the requirements using client templates such as Process Flows, Use Cases Models and System Requirement Specifications and User Stories
  • Specifying functional and non-functional system requirements
  • Validating the requirements through peer reviews and consistency checks
  • Managing the requirements through the software life-cycle ensuring proper change control
  • Maintaining requirements traceability
  • Leading the requirements management process for a project team
  • Working in RUP and/or Agile Software Development Life-Cycle processes

This position requires someone with:

  • Strong communication (both verbal and written) skills
  • Proactive and mentoring leadership style
  • Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Excellent skills in the use of MS PowerPoint, Visio, Excel, and Word

Previous Big 4 experience is preferred.

Ideally located major metropolitan with airport hub: Nashville, Cleveland, Atlanta, Chicago



Frequently asked questions

Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Business Analyst?

A: To succeed as a Business Analyst, key technical skills include proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, and data visualization software, as well as knowledge of business intelligence platforms and project management methodologies like Agile. Soft skills like effective communication, active listening, and stakeholder management are also crucial, as Business Analysts must collaborate with cross-functional teams and present findings to various audiences. By combining these technical and soft skills, Business Analysts can drive business growth, improve process efficiency, and build strong relationships with stakeholders, ultimately supporting their career advancement and effectiveness in the role.

Q: What is the career path for a Business Analyst?

A: A Business Analyst's typical career progression involves starting as a Junior Business Analyst, where they assist in requirements gathering, data analysis, and process improvement. As they gain experience, they can move into mid-level roles such as Business Analyst or Senior Business Analyst, where they take on more complex projects, lead teams, and develop strategic recommendations. Ultimately, senior Business Analysts can transition into leadership positions like Business Systems Analyst Manager, IT Project Manager, or even move into roles like Product Manager or Operations Manager, leveraging their analytical and problem-solving skills to drive business growth and innovation.



blueStone Solutions Group job posting for a Business Analyst in Chicago, IL with a salary of $38 to $64 Hourly with a map of Chicago location.