Business Analyst/Project Manager Hybrid Role

Role & responsibilities:

Business Analysis

• Gather, analyze, and document business requirements from stakeholders across different departments.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify business opportunities and risks.
• Create detailed business process maps and workflow documentation.
• Collaborate with technical teams to translate business requirements into functional specifications
• Conduct gap analysis between current and desired business states
• Support product development with user stories, acceptance criteria, and feature prioritization

Project Management

• Lead cross-functional projects from initiation to closure using Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, and resource allocation strategies
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies
• Facilitate daily standups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and stakeholder meetings
• Manage project budgets and ensure deliverables meet quality standards
• Coordinate with internal teams, vendors, and external partners
• Maintain project documentation and provide regular status updates to leadership
• Ensure projects align with business objectives and deliver expected outcomes

Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams
• Facilitate workshops and requirements gathering sessions
• Present findings, recommendations, and project updates to senior management
• Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure clear communication throughout project lifecycle

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in project management tools (Jira)
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
• Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies
• Basic knowledge of SQL for data analysis (preferred)
• Familiarity with process mapping tools (Visio, Lucidchart, Draw.io)

Certifications (Preferred)

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent
• Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP)
• Scrum Master certification

Preferred candidate profile:

Analytical Skills

• Strong problem solving capabilities
• Ability to translate complex requirement into simple easy to understand format
• Critical thinking and attention to detail

Communication & Leadership

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to influence and negotiate with stakeholders at all levels
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills
• Leadership qualities with ability to motivate cross-functional teams

Personal Attributes

• Highly organized with strong time management skills
• Adaptable and comfortable with ambiguity in a startup environment
• Proactive and self-motivated with entrepreneurial mindset
• Collaborative team player with customer-focused approach

Growth Opportunities

• Potential to lead larger, more complex projects as the company scales
• Opportunity to build and lead a business analysis or project management team
• Exposure to various aspects of startup operations and strategy
• Career advancement into senior management roles