Job Description: The Senior Business Analyst within Product Supply is a critical role that has the responsibility of ensuring that the bespoke systems are managed efficiently, to the benefit of the system users and with a future view on sustainability and robustness. Due to the fact that the Product Supply Area has such a wide range of functions, the senior Business Analyst role will overlap with various functions / initiatives / responsibilities. [the_ad id="21943"] Job Responsibilities: System owner for the whole suite of bespoke developed systems (approx. 9 systems) Regular reporting to stakeholders (Management, Business owners) Opportunity to get involved with business during the launch/setup phases of any new initiatives as well as operational exposure to the business CONSTANTLY be on the lookout for enhancements/automations that can be implemented in the Product Supply area but also within the bigger Finance Area. We also often deliver small enhancements/automations to other teams within Discovery Invest – as the need arises Overseeing the current systems team (tasking / reviewing / guiding / mentoring) Overseeing/Monitoring the external service provider Constant Technical Debt Servicing on the existing systems Version (Stadium\Linx\Office\SQL) upgrades Job Requirements: Knowledge Base build up & maintenance Ability to operate in a pressurised environment Ability to function in a team, be self-motivated and disciplined Ability to lead others in a constructive way and help them grow Highly motivated self-starter who takes initiative Analysis and Problem assessment skills Ability to plan and organize Ability to manage deadlines and plan, organise and control work-flow Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to identify and implement process optimizations Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing Qualification & Experience: 6 years in IT role at senior level Strong system design & analysis skills BSc in Informatics / Computer Sciences or related qualification Exposure to 5th generation configuration tools Linx & Stadium – Advantageous SQL Syntax – must be excellent 2 – 3 years of experience in an investment environment Exposure to an Investor Registration System – Advantageous Exposure to a Fund Administration/Pricing System – Advantageous Strong data analysis skills MS Excel – must be excellent Job Details: Company: Discovery Limited Vacancy Type: Full Time Job Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa Application Deadline: N/A [the_ad id="21944"] Apply Here jobsrican.com