Senior Business Analyst Project Lead

Overview

A premier financial services company is in search of a Senior Business Analyst Project Lead to spearhead intricate business and HR transformation projects. This position demands a skillful mix of project leadership and business analytical expertise to manage strategic initiatives involving various stakeholders and departments.

Key Responsibilities and Experience

• Lead large-scale business change, transformation, and technology projects primarily focused on HRMS/HRIS systems, necessitating at least 7 years of relevant experience.
• Manage complex programmes that include coordination with multiple stakeholders, diverse workstreams, and third-party vendors.
• Conduct detailed business analysis through requirements collection, process flow mapping, documentation, and facilitating stakeholder workshops.
• Oversee project risk management, dependency tracking, governance frameworks, and progress reporting.
• Collaborate within methodologies such as Agile, Waterfall, or Hybrid approaches.
• Exhibit strong stakeholder engagement capabilities that encourage collaboration across all organizational levels.
• Support testing procedures and ensure the smooth deployment of solutions.
• Communicate clearly with excellent presentation and facilitation skills while prioritizing tasks effectively under dynamic conditions.

Mandatory Skills and Industry Knowledge

• Proven track record in HR transformation, business process improvements, and enterprise-wide change initiatives.
• Experience in finance or other strictly regulated sectors is essential.
• Competency in business process optimization and operational transformation programmes.
• Understanding of reporting mechanisms, data analytics, and management information systems.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise software deployments and external technology partners.
• Expertise in change management and preparing organizations for transition.

Educational and Professional Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Information Technology, Business, Project Management, or related field.
• Certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, Scrum, or equivalent are considered advantageous.