Business Analyst

Job title : Business Analyst
Location : Sydney
Job type : Contract or Temp
Job reference : 1533160
Location: Sydney CBD
Industry: Legal/Professional Services/Financial Services
Employment Type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term Contract (12 Months)

About the Role
We are seeking a skilled and dynamic Business Analyst to join a Technology Projects team for a 12-month Fixed term contract. In this role, you will assess and analyse business processes, document business and technical requirements for IT-enabled projects, and engage with stakeholders to drive process improvements and technological change across the firm.

Key Responsibilities
  • Capture end-to-end business requirements for systems and processes using our Project Management framework.
  • Develop 'as-is' and 'to-be' process diagrams and identify risks, issues, and benefits of existing and proposed solutions.
  • Collect current state metrics, highlight optimization opportunities, and create project concept and business case documentation.
  • Collaborate with implementation teams to ensure project outcomes align with business requirements and expectations.
  • Maintain documentation throughout the design and development process until the solution is in production.
Essential Skills and Attributes
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in Professional Services, or Financial Services as a BA or Technical Analyst.
  • Proficient in process mapping tools (e.g., flowcharting software, UML).
  • Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint).
  • Strong attention to detail, curiosity, and a thirst for knowledge.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proven ability to build relationships at all levels of an organization.
  • Capable of managing priorities across multiple projects effectively.
  • Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
Desirable Skills
  • Business Analyst qualifications (BABOK or similar).
  • Experience with project management platforms such as Jira.
  • Understanding of project lifecycles and methodologies.
Key Relationships
  • Technology Projects Team
  • Technology Leadership Team
  • IT Governance Committee
  • Project Sponsors and Owners
  • Shared Services and Legal Teams
If you are an instinctive problem-solver with a keen eye for detail and a passion for driving business efficiency through technology, we want to hear from you!