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Agile Business Analyst

Software Guidance & Assistance

New York, NY

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$85–$87 Per Hour
SKILLS
Agile Programming Methodologies, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Banking Services, Best Practices, Business Analysis, Computer Science, Contract Analysis, Customer Support/Service, Data Analysis, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Financial Services, Genetics, GitHub, Interpersonal Skills, Investment Services, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Power BI, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Project/Program Management, Query Analysis, Requirements Management, SQL (Structured Query Language), Staff Development, Test Case, Test Design, Time Management, User Documentation, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX), Writing Skills
LOCATION
New York, NY
POSTED
4 days ago
Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for an Agile Business Analyst for a CONTRACT assignment with one of our premier Financial Services clients in New York, NY.

A good candidate will have a track record of strong business analysis and project management and experience working within an Agile framework.

Responsibilities:
  • Work with business partners to identify opportunities and define goals for various initiatives
  • Play a key role in articulating detailed requirements and acceptance criteria
  • Coordinate across business, user experience and technology teams to drive delivery
  • Prepare detailed specifications and supporting documents to guide development teams as needed, including assisting in designing and reviewing test cases
  • Meet deadlines and communicate delays in a timely manner
  • Collaborate with other teams within the organization on project work and to further best practices
Required Skills:
  • 3+ years of experience in a business analyst, product owner, or user experience role
  • Experience in an Agile setting writing user stories, acceptance criteria, epics and organizing the backlog according to the overall roadmap
  • Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact effectively with business stakeholders to understand the business and gather requirements
  • Highly detail-oriented with a strong ability to manage and execute simultaneous projects and tasks
  • Self-motivated, with a high level of initiative
  • Ability to work efficiently and independently
  • Proficiency in MS Office and related applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
Preferred Skills:
  • A degree in computer science, business or related fields
  • Experience at an investment bank or other leading financial services firms
  • Comfort working with ambiguity, managing and resolving complex issues
  • Experience with SQL and tools such as Power BI to query data for analysis and visualization.
  • Experience leveraging AI tools to create business requirements and other documentation (GitHub Copilot, JIRAGEN, etc.)
SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at https://sgainc.com/ .

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SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company EEO page to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.

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