Job Title: Business Analyst

Location: Richmond, VA

100% Onsite

Job Summary:

The Business Analyst (Mid-Level) will be responsible for driving complex projects by collaborating with stakeholders to gather high-level requirements, conducting in-depth business process analyses, and recommending actionable, data-driven solutions. This role requires a proactive professional with a strategic mindset and the ability to thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with senior stakeholders to define and document complex business objectives, workflows, and requirements.
• Perform deep-dive analyses of business processes and systems to identify inefficiencies, risks, and areas for improvement.
• Translate intricate business requirements into comprehensive functional specifications and technical documentation.
• Lead cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on project goals, deliverables, and timelines.
• Develop and maintain advanced reports, dashboards, and KPIs to monitor business performance and project outcomes.
• Conduct feasibility studies, impact assessments, and cost-benefit analyses to support strategic decision-making.
• Facilitate and manage workshops and stakeholder meetings to capture and validate requirements.
• Oversee end-to-end testing processes, including developing UAT scripts and coordinating testing efforts with stakeholders.
• Provide strategic guidance on industry best practices, emerging trends, and innovative solutions.
• Monitor and evaluate the success of implemented solutions, recommending adjustments as necessary to ensure optimal performance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.
• 5+ years of proven experience as a Business Analyst or in a related role, with a strong track record of delivering successful projects.
• Deep understanding of business process modeling, requirements elicitation techniques, and project lifecycle methodologies.
• Advanced proficiency in tools such as Microsoft Excel, Visio, JIRA, Confluence, and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to solve complex problems effectively.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting to executive-level stakeholders.
• Expertise in Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experience with enterprise systems, ERP platforms, or cloud-based technologies is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of regulatory and compliance frameworks relevant to the industry is a plus.