Senior Business Systems Analyst

We are seeking a Senior Business Systems Analyst III to support a high-impact initiative for a leading client in the life sciences industry. This role bridges business needs with technical execution across a range of strategic focus areas, including reporting enhancement, process optimization, and technology enablement. The successful candidate will work with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, support project execution, and help design user-centered solutions. This position requires strong analytical skills, technical understanding, and the ability to facilitate alignment between business stakeholders and delivery teams. Key Responsibilities Business Analysis & Process Improvement · Conduct discovery sessions to gather and document business and technical requirements. · Translate stakeholder needs into clear specifications that guide solution design. · Identify dependencies, potential risks, and improvement opportunities across business processes. Project Coordination · Assist in developing project timelines and tracking milestones. · Maintain documentation including meeting notes, action items, and progress reports. · Help ensure alignment with organizational standards, goals, and delivery timelines. Technology & Tool Enablement · Support the evaluation, rollout, and adoption of new tools and platforms. · Gather feedback from end users to help refine system features or processes. · Collaborate with internal teams to improve tool usability and efficiency. Testing & Quality Assurance · Participate in testing activities including test planning, script development and execution, and defect tracking. · Help ensure that delivered solutions meet agreed-upon requirements and standards. · Maintain testing documentation and contribute to issue resolution. Reporting & Data Visualization · Assist in defining key performance metrics and data visualization needs. · Help develop intuitive dashboards or reporting frameworks based on user input. · Apply user experience principles to improve clarity and effectiveness of reporting tools. Required Qualifications · Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, or related field. · 8+ years of experience as a Business Analyst or similar role in a technology or business transformation environment. · Strong understanding of project delivery methodologies (Agile, hybrid, etc.). · Experience translating complex requirements into functional specifications. · Proficiency in tools such as Excel, MS Office, and collaboration/project platforms. Preferred Qualifications · Experience with enterprise platforms (e.g., ticketing systems, workflow tools, or reporting software). · Familiarity with infrastructure, cloud, or development lifecycles is a plus. · Exposure to regulated industries, particularly healthcare or life sciences. · Professional certifications (e.g., CBAP, PMI-PBA, CSM) are beneficial. Soft Skills · Excellent communication and facilitation skills. · Ability to think strategically and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment. · Strong analytical mindset with a focus on problem-solving. · Collaborative attitude with a commitment to continuous learning and improvement. Show more Show less