Senior Data Business Analyst 

SUMMARY:
We’re looking for a highly skilled Senior Data Business Analyst to join our clients dynamic team and lead the charge in redefining business processes through data-driven strategies, system enhancements, and continuous improvement initiatives.

POSITION INFO:
Are you passionate about transforming data into powerful business insights and driving meaningful process improvements?

As a Senior Data Business Analyst, you will play a key role in owning data analysis and process improvement initiatives - from current state assessments to post-implementation support. Your efforts will drive efficiencies, increase standardization, and promote automation with clearly defined exception management protocols. You will act as a subject matter expert in system migrations, data and insights, and process optimization, while working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful business solutions.


Duties:

• Facilitate workshops, conduct interviews, and perform research to capture business needs.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand the current and desired state of business processes.
• Evaluate technology solutions and highlight impacts on existing systems.
• Write and interpret complex data queries using tools such as SQL, Power BI, QlikView, or Excel.
• Analyse large datasets to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for value creation.
• Map and improve processes using visual tools (e.g. Lucidchart, Bizagi).
• Facilitate process workshops and design future-state process flows.
• Identify root causes of inefficiencies and recommend solutions.
• Support UAT and quality assurance of data and analytics solutions.
• Assist with change management, training materials, and post-go-live support.
• Lead data solution roadmaps and mentor technical teams and stakeholders.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement through structured feedback and monitoring.

• Matric (Grade 12)
• Degree inIT, Informatics, Data Science, or a related field.

• 8+ yearsof business analysis, data modelling or data analysis experience.
• Financial services industry experience is highly advantageous.
• Proven experience inAgile environments and knowledge of AI/ML concepts (preferred).
• Strong experience with BI tools, databases, and process mapping software.
• Familiarity with platforms likeJira, Lucid, and the Microsoft Suite.

• A deep affinity for data and the ability to translate it into actionable insights.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, facilitation, and influencing skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and investigative abilities.
• The ability to lead initiatives independently and see them through from concept to execution.
• A collaborative mindset with a passion for continuous learning and innovation.