Analyst, Business
Standard Bank Group · Roodepoort, Gauteng, South Africa
Financial Services · 10,001+ employees
About the role
Lead the discovery, design, and implementation of business capabilities and technology-enabled solutions to deliver value across the Insurance business. Partner with stakeholders and technology teams to optimize processes and drive digital transformation using AI and automation.
What they look for
Requirements
Requires a first degree in Business, IT, or a related field with 5-7 years of business analysis experience, including at least 3 years in Financial Services or Insurance. Must hold certifications such as CBAP/CCBA, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, and certifications in process automation or AI.
Full description
Company Description
Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.
Job Description
To lead the discovery, analysis, design and implementation of business capabilities, operating model improvements and technology-enabled solutions that deliver measurable business value across the Insurance business. The Business Analyst partners with business stakeholders, technology teams and delivery partners to identify opportunities for process optimisation, automation and digital transformation. The role is responsible for translating strategic business objectives into implementable business solutions while ensuring that initiatives improve customer experience, operational efficiency, risk management and financial performance.
The role leverages data, business analysis methodologies, process improvement techniques and emerging technologies, including Artificial Intelligence, to accelerate analysis, improve decision-making and support continuous improvement across the organisation.
Qualifications
Type of Qualification: First Degree
Field of Study: Business, Commerce, Information Technology or related discipline.
Certification in:
- CBAP or CCBA certification.
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt.
- Process Automation certification (Power Platform, UiPath, Automation Anywhere or similar).
- AI-related business analysis or digital transformation certification.
Experience Required
Insurance Legacy & Enablement
5 - 7 years Business Analysis experience. Minimum 3 years within Financial Services or Insurance. 
5-7 years Experience delivering medium to large business transformation initiatives. Experience in business process modelling and optimisation and developing business cases and benefits realisation Experience working with Agile and Waterfall delivery methodologies as well as working with vendors and third-party technology partners.
5 - 7 years experience supporting digital transformation, automation or AI-enabled initiatives.
 
Behavioural Competencies:
- Learning Agility
- Results Orientation
- Attention to Detail
- Facilitation
- Commercial Acumen
Technical Competencies:
- Business Process Improvement
- Data Analysis
- AI-enabled Business Analysis
- Emerging Technology Monitoring
- Process Automation
- Project Management
- Value Stream Mapping
Additional Information
 
- Business Segment: Insurance & Asset Management
