Junior Business Analyst Opportunity at Pepkor Payments

A Junior Business Analyst at Pepkor Payments & Lending plays a pivotal role in bridging the gap between business needs and technological solutions within the dynamic financial services sector. This entry-level opportunity is designed for ambitious individuals eager to kickstart their career in business analysis, contributing to the development and enhancement of payment and lending products. The successful candidate will work closely with various departments, including product development, IT, and operations, to understand business processes, identify areas for improvement, and translate requirements into actionable specifications. This role offers an unparalleled chance to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment, learning from seasoned professionals and contributing to projects that directly impact customer experience and business efficiency. Pepkor Payments & Lending is committed to fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning, making this an ideal environment for a budding business analyst to thrive and develop a robust skill set essential for a successful career in fintech. The role involves a blend of analytical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication, preparing the incumbent for future leadership opportunities within the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in gathering, documenting, and analysing business requirements from stakeholders.
• Support the creation of detailed functional and non-functional specifications for new and existing systems.
• Participate in the design and review of business processes, identifying opportunities for optimisation.
• Conduct data analysis to support decision-making and identify trends or issues.
• Collaborate with development and testing teams to ensure solutions meet business needs.
• Prepare and present reports, findings, and recommendations to project teams and management.
• Assist in user acceptance testing (UAT) and provide support during system implementation.
• Maintain clear and concise documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Stay updated with industry best practices and emerging technologies in payments and lending.

Why Join the Company

How to Apply

* Salary is estimated based on market research and may not be accurate.

• A Bachelor's degree in Business Analysis, Information Technology, Computer Science, Finance, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex information clearly.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio).
• A foundational understanding of business processes and systems.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated eagerness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior exposure to financial services or payments industry is advantageous but not mandatory.