Business Analyst at Accenture

Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, Public ServicesIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a technology or business-related field
  • BCS Business Analysis Certification or equivalent
  • At least 4 years’ IT background, including experience in software delivery, with 2 years’ experience in business analysis
  • Ability to nurture lasting relationships with clients and manage stakeholder expectations
  • Personal and professional attributes to influence stakeholders constructively and coach them through change
  • Proven success in contributing to a team-oriented environment
  • Experienced storyteller with effective verbal and written communication skills, able to communicate to non-technical audiences
  • Highly experienced in conducting functional requirements workshops, documenting requirements, and driving decision making
  • Providing guidance and support to QA/Test teams (test experience desirable)
  • Risk management and escalation
  • Proficient in adoption of Agile delivery methods
  • Competent in estimating effort/duration on assessment of functional business requirements
  • Demonstrable problem-solving skills and proficiency in Problem and Incident Management processes & procedures
  • Proven ability to manage deliverables from inception through design to end-state support
  • Desirable
  • Knowledge of, and passion for, business and technology trends such as GenAI, Cloud, Microservices/APIs, Internet of Things
  • Experienced in managing requirements for technology and digital transformation projects
  • Exposure to working within the public sector industry
  • Proven knowledge of Application Lifecycle Management and Project Management tools
  • Experienced in working with both Waterfall and Agile methodologies
  • BABOK / Agile / Jira certifications

Responsibilities

  • Drive out requirements for, and support delivery of, multiple software solutions across enterprise-wide systems within clients
  • Facilitate meetings with business and application owners to understand problems, define functional requirements, and workshop potential solutions
  • Perform analysis of existing processes, systems, and data, and present comprehensive findings to support business cases for change
  • Map user experience through leveraging tools such as personas and customer journeys, including illustration of As-Is and To-Be solutions
  • Document clear functional and non-functional requirements and co-ordinate stakeholder review and approval
  • Develop a deep understanding of the business context and domain in which stakeholders operate
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and serve as a subject matter expert
  • Support the Business in planning and designing strategic solutions that encourage best practice and instil sustainable long-term value
  • Collaborate closely with business users and development teams to ensure quality and timely deliverables
  • Complete a cost/benefit analysis and capture a summary of expected vs actual benefits realised from a project delivery
  • Support ongoing application maintenance and continuous improvement

Skills

Business Analysis
Requirements Gathering
Stakeholder Management
Process Analysis
User Experience Mapping
Functional Requirements
Non-Functional Requirements
Customer Journeys
Personas
Cost/Benefit Analysis
Digital Transformation

Accenture

Global professional services for digital transformation

About Accenture

Accenture provides a wide range of professional services, including strategy and consulting, technology, and operations, to help organizations improve their performance. Their services assist clients in navigating digital transformation, enhancing operational efficiency, and achieving sustainable growth. Accenture's offerings include cloud migration, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and data analytics, which are tailored to meet the needs of various industries such as financial services, healthcare, and retail. What sets Accenture apart from its competitors is its extensive industry knowledge and ability to deliver comprehensive solutions that address both immediate challenges and long-term goals. The company's aim is to support clients in reducing their environmental impact while driving innovation and growth.

Dublin, IrelandHeadquarters
1989Year Founded
$8.5MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Consulting, Enterprise Software, CybersecurityIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Rapid AI advancements may outpace Accenture's current capabilities, risking competitive disadvantages.
Integration challenges from multiple acquisitions could affect Accenture's operational efficiency.
The rise of AI-driven startups may disrupt Accenture's market share in customer service solutions.

Differentiation

Accenture's acquisitions enhance its capabilities in digital twin technology for financial services.
The company is expanding its expertise in net-zero infrastructure through strategic acquisitions.
Accenture's focus on software-defined vehicles positions it as a leader in automotive innovation.

Upsides

Accenture's investment in EMTECH supports central bank modernization amid digital currency evolution.
The acquisition of Award Solutions boosts Accenture's presence in the growing 5G and IoT markets.
Accenture's strategic acquisitions align with high-growth markets like digital twins and net-zero projects.

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