Job Description
Are you looking to kickstart your career in corporate strategy and analysis? Strategic Data Solutions is currently seeking a driven Junior Business Analyst to join our team in New Orleans, LA. We value potential and attitude over prior experience, offering full training to the right candidate.
In this entry-level position, you will support our senior analysts in gathering business requirements, documenting processes, and analyzing data to drive decision-making. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates or career changers looking to break into the tech and business sector.
What You Will Do:
- Assist in gathering and documenting detailed business requirements from stakeholders.
- Translate complex business needs into clear functional specifications.
- Support data collection efforts and assist in the creation of process maps.
- Facilitate communication between technical teams and non-technical business units.
- Conduct research on industry trends to provide actionable insights.
- Prepare reports and presentations for management review.
We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative work environment in the heart of the French Quarter.
Responsibilities
- Participate in workshops and meetings to identify business needs and process gaps.
- Create and maintain accurate documentation, including User Stories, Use Cases, and Process Diagrams.
- Analyze existing business processes to identify areas for improvement and efficiency.
- Collaborate with the IT team to ensure technical solutions align with business requirements.
- Track project milestones and report on progress to project managers.
- Conduct basic market and competitor research as directed by senior leadership.
Qualifications
- Education: High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field is a strong plus.
- Experience: No prior experience required. We are looking for candidates eager to learn and grow.
- Skills: Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Technical Proficiency: Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex concepts simply.
- Work Ethic: Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.