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Snr Business Analyst, UK, GBP40K-60Kpa (neg.)

Location:	Johannesburg, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Job Type:	Permanent
Posted:	13th Oct 2010
Closing Date:	10th Nov 2010
Posted By:	EngineeringJobs
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Snr Business Analyst, UK, GBP40K-60Kpa (neg.) Snr Business Analyst, UK, GBP40K-60Kpa (neg.) A leading Software Solutions company for the Wholesale Insurance and Reinsurance Sector is looking to employ a young Snr (Lead) BA to manage several streams of complex software implementations at their UK offices. The company is a software and services supplier to the insurance industry with a number of new engagements with global carriers and intermediaries. An opportunity has arisen for a young and highly skilled, business and delivery focused senior business analyst/function leader to join this entrepreneurial team. The company’s reputation and brand is built upon delivery and service excellence, prospective candidates will therefore be evaluated on criteria that include; professionalism, drive, business / industry acumen and problem-solving capabilities. BA is the foundation and core service within their overall proposition and a key competitive differentiator. Requirements: • A minimum of a Bachelors degree (B.Eng, BSc, B.Bus Sci, BCom Info Systems, Comp Sci, Hons) preferably a M/MBA. • A minimum of 4 > 5 years experience in a similar role. • If you have experience / background in a Software Development role before having moved on to BA it would be an advantage. • Excellent communication skills. • Experience in managing teams. • Good track record with clients. • Excellent (proven) report writing skills. • Hands on BA capabilities on complex Software implementations. • A British passport or dual citizenship would be ideal. Effectively manage and lead the business analysis function: • Lead a growing team of talented business analysts and owning the overall analysis deliverables on all projects. • Resource planning across analysis streams. • Improve the quality of the analysis function through; process improvement, the development of people and the recruitment of new staff. Deliver specific analysis projects as the lead analyst responsible: • Lead the interaction with customers to ensure the accuracy of their business and project requirements. • Ensure timeliness and quality of analysis deliverables. • Cross-functional management to ensure timeliness and quality of all project deliverables. • Be an effective ambassador for the Company’s brand. You will be measured against: • Evidence of ability to delivery software projects as a consultant or 3rd party supplier. • Established experience / skills as Lead / Senior BA or Consultant, where the focus has been on delivery of IT-driven business solutions. • Evidence of managing complexity both from a requirements and project perspective. • Evidence of progression from operational / technical roles to business-focused and delivery-oriented responsibilities. • People management and people-influencing skills. • Affinity for or experience in the financial services / insurance sector • Strong academic profile. What can you expect from the company and the recruitment process? The company offers a flexible, dynamic and can-do environment. They pride themselves on the quality and capabilities of its team. Career growth is based on ability, attitude and ownership of the problem rather than longevity of service. ‘Work hard and play hard’ is synonymous with this team. They take pride in their products, their people and their track record. In turn you would need to be adaptable, intelligent, solution-driven and compelling in your desire to join this team. Offer: • The package is negotiable plus airfare and accommodation assistance in first couple of weeks. • Please send a detailed CV headlining your skills and career history to date. • Send a one page motivation letter. This should reflect your specific interest in and fit for the company culture, and give an example highlighting your skills and experience against the requirements as summarized above. • Attach a copy of valid passport. • Short-listed candidates will initially be telephonically interviewed. • Final short-listed candidates will undergo a panel interview at their London office. • Please note that credit, criminal, qualification, employment history checks and a police clearance certificate will be required for this position. • Please send a detailed CV • If you haven’t had a response in 10 days please consider your application as unsuccessful.

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