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Business Analyst

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About Vintti

Vintti is a staffing agency that acts as an economic enabler. By connecting US-based SMBs, startups, and firms with top-tier Latin American talent, we drive growth on both sides of the equation. For US businesses, we offer access to a pool of highly skilled professionals at competitive rates, allowing for increased efficiency and scalability. For Latin American workers, we provide opportunities to engage with the US market, fostering professional development and economic advancement. Vintti stands at the intersection of global talent and American enterprise, facilitating partnerships that stimulate economic prosperity across borders.

Description

A Business Analyst serves as a key liaison between various business departments and technology teams, focusing on understanding and analyzing business processes, requirements, and goals. This role involves gathering, documenting, and evaluating data to provide actionable insights that support decision-making and drive organizational improvements. Business Analysts work to identify opportunities for enhancing efficiency, establish innovative solutions, and ensure that projects align with business objectives. Their analytical skills and strategic thinking are crucial for bridging the gap between business needs and technical capabilities, ensuring successful project outcomes.

Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or related field
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a Business Analyst or in a similar role
- Proficiency in business analysis tools and methodologies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in creating workflow diagrams, data models, and technical specifications
- Experience with project management tools and techniques
- Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC)
- Ability to write clear and concise user stories and acceptance criteria
- Experience with user acceptance testing (UAT) and developing test plans
- Familiarity with key performance indicators (KPIs) and dashboard creation
- Understanding of cost-benefit analysis and return-on-investment (ROI) analysis
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams including IT, finance, and operations
- Familiarity with market research and competitive analysis
- Proficiency in preparing and delivering presentations
- Ability to train end users and provide support during system rollouts
- Experience in coordinating with vendors and third-party service providers
- Knowledge of industry trends and emerging technologies relevant to the business
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong documentation and report writing skills

Responsabilities

- Gather and analyze business requirements from stakeholders
- Conduct market research and competitive analysis
- Create detailed business analysis, outlining problems, opportunities, and solutions
- Develop project plans and track progress against timelines
- Create workflow diagrams, data models, and technical specifications
- Facilitate meetings and workshops to elicit requirements and feedback
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including IT, finance, and operations
- Identify gaps in business processes and propose improvements
- Prepare and deliver presentations to communicate findings and recommendations
- Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and create dashboards
- Write user stories and acceptance criteria for development teams
- Validate business requirements against technical implementation
- Provide ongoing support to project teams during the development lifecycle
- Develop test plans and coordinate user acceptance testing (UAT)
- Maintain project documentation and update status reports
- Assist in resource allocation and budgeting for projects
- Conduct cost-benefit and return-on-investment (ROI) analysis
- Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies relevant to the business
- Train end users and provide support during system rollouts
- Coordinate with vendors and third-party service providers to ensure project deliverables

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate for the Business Analyst role will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or a closely related field, coupled with a minimum of 3-5 years of demonstrated experience as a Business Analyst or in a similar capacity. They will be adept at employing advanced business analysis tools and methodologies, underpinned by strong analytical and problem-solving skills. The candidate will exhibit outstanding communication and interpersonal proficiencies and will be capable of creating detailed workflow diagrams, data models, and technical specifications. Proficiency with project management tools and a profound understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) are imperative. The ideal candidate will excel in writing clear and actionable user stories and acceptance criteria, coordinating user acceptance testing (UAT), and creating KPIs and dashboards. They should be experienced in conducting cost-benefit and ROI analyses and familiar with market research and competitive analysis. Demonstrated ability to collaborate efficiently with cross-functional teams, including IT, finance, and operations, alongside experience in vendor management, is crucial. The candidate will be meticulously organized, possessing a high attention to detail, and capable of managing multiple priorities and complex projects simultaneously. They will have a strategic and forward-thinking mindset, strong technical aptitude, and a willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment. Furthermore, the ideal candidate will be a highly motivated, innovative, and creative thinker, with strong writing, documentation, and presentation skills, complemented by high emotional intelligence and exceptional negotiation and conflict-resolution abilities. Their proactive, customer-focused, and solution-oriented approach, combined with professionalism, integrity, and the ability to work independently under minimal supervision, will set them apart for this position.

On a typical day, you will...

- Gather and analyze business requirements from stakeholders
- Conduct market research and competitive analysis
- Create detailed business analysis, outlining problems, opportunities, and solutions
- Develop project plans and track progress against timelines
- Create workflow diagrams, data models, and technical specifications
- Facilitate meetings and workshops to elicit requirements and feedback
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including IT, finance, and operations
- Identify gaps in business processes and propose improvements
- Prepare and deliver presentations to communicate findings and recommendations
- Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and create dashboards
- Write user stories and acceptance criteria for development teams
- Validate business requirements against technical implementation
- Provide ongoing support to project teams during the development lifecycle
- Develop test plans and coordinate user acceptance testing (UAT)
- Maintain project documentation and update status reports
- Assist in resource allocation and budgeting for projects
- Conduct cost-benefit and return-on-investment (ROI) analysis
- Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies relevant to the business
- Train end users and provide support during system rollouts
- Coordinate with vendors and third-party service providers to ensure project deliverables

What we are looking for

- Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Effective communication and presentation skills
- Highly organized with strong time management
- Detail-oriented and meticulous
- Proactive and self-motivated
- Adaptability and flexibility in a fast-paced environment
- Collaborative team player
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Ability to handle multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
- Strong technical aptitude and willingness to learn
- Strategic and forward-thinking mindset
- High degree of professionalism and integrity
- Customer-focused and solution-oriented approach
- Strong writing and documentation skills
- Innovative and creative thinker
- Ability to work independently and under minimal supervision
- High emotional intelligence and empathy
- Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills
- Openness to feedback and continuous improvement

What you can expect (benefits)

- Competitive salary range: $70,000 - $90,000 per year
- Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Flexible working hours
- Remote work options
- Professional development opportunities
- Access to online courses and certifications
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Employee wellness programs
- Life and disability insurance
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Commuter benefits
- Gym membership discounts
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment
- Regular team-building activities and social events
- Career advancement and promotion opportunities
- Mentorship programs
- Recognition and rewards programs

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