Business Analyst - Stellenbosch

SUMMARY:
Flexible Hours | First 6 Months In-Office, Then Hybrid My client, a prominent player in the secure payments and fintech space, is seeking a seasoned Business Analyst to join their team in Stellenbosch. This is a hybrid role (after the initial 6 months in-office) with flexible working hours.

POSITION INFO:

Please note: Experience in the fintech, payments, or digital financial services industry is non-negotiable for this role.

You will play a central role in translating business needs into clear, actionable requirements that guide the development of critical payment solutions. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable working across multiple projects in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

🔍 Key Responsibilities

• Gather and document business, system, and reporting requirements
• Translate business needs into detailed functional specifications and user stories
• Create and maintain process documentation, workflows, and procedures
• Collaborate with stakeholders to refine and groom the product backlog
• Support user acceptance testing (UAT) and ensure deliverables meet business needs
• Maintain BA documentation throughout project lifecycles
• Continuously improve analysis frameworks, templates, and processes

✅ Minimum Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Business Analysis, Information Systems, or a related discipline
• 5–8 years of proven experience in a Business Analyst role
• Fintech, payments, or financial services industry experience is essential (non-negotiable)
• Proficient with Jira, Confluence, Draw.io, Visio, and the Microsoft Office suite
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong documentation, process mapping, and analytical skills
• Fluent in business English; additional languages are advantageous
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport

🌐 Work Environment & Benefits

• Location: Stellenbosch – initial 6 months in-office, then hybrid (3 days in, 2 remote)
• Flexible working hours to support work-life balance
• Join a collaborative, fast-moving fintech environment with opportunities for professional growth
• Contribute to meaningful products at the heart of South Africa’s digital payments landscape

If you''re a confident Business Analyst with deep fintech experience and a passion for turning business needs into scalable solutions, this opportunity is tailor-made for you.

Apply today and help shape the future of financial technology.