Seasoned Business Analyst offering 4 years of IT, Retail & Marketing industry success. Expert on business and systems requirements, user acceptance testing and end-user training. Accomplished at leveraging past lessons to inform future decision-making. Experienced in meeting needs, improving processes and exceeding requirements in team environments. Diligent worker with strong communication and task prioritization skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certificates
1
1
Language
Work History
Business Analyst
Cancer Research UK
City Of London, LND
01.2023 - 10.2023
Process Optimization Project:
● Strategic Problem Solving: Collaborated with leadership to analyze business challenges and drive innovative solutions.
● Efficient Requirements: Led workshops using gap analysis and stakeholder management for streamlined requirements gathering.
● Visualized System Functionality: Created comprehensive use case diagrams documenting system improvements.
● Agile Delivery: Transformed epics into detailed user stories, boosting development efficiency by 40% and defining UAT criteria that reduced testing/implementation time by 20%.
● Data Migration & Quality: Developed and executed a seamless data migration strategy for financial data to Salesforce, including data cleansing and mapping for accurate transfer.
● Productivity & Support: Organized bug identification workshops to improve product development by 10% and provided post-migration support to ensure operational effectiveness.
● Team Leadership: Mentored junior Business Analysts/accelerate scheme participants, fostering their growth.
User Research & UX Project:
● User-Centered Design: Scoped, planned, and facilitated user research projects, ensuring an Agile and user-centric approach.
● Actionable Insights: Collaborated with cross-functional teams to translate user needs into actionable insights and recommendations.
● Data-Driven Optimization: Utilized qualitative and quantitative data to inform research, analyze user focus, and drive outcomes.
● Improved Efficiency: Re-engineered user stories, resulting in a 40% increase in product team efficiency and a 15% reduction in development time.
● Automated Workflows: Designed user journey and flow maps, automating workflows with APIs to cut post-implementation testing by 50%.
● Agile User Stories: Created detailed, user-focused Agile stories for increased development efficiency.
● Testing Efficiency: Supported development of testing automation frameworks, increasing testing efficiency by 30%.
Business Analyst
Alexander Maclean
Leeds, WYK
07.2022 - 11.2022
Evaluated and optimized current business and operational processes, providing actionable recommendations for enhancement
Documented process flows and formulated requirements for functional improvements
Translated requirements into Agile User Stories and Acceptance Criteria
Conducted User Acceptance testing to ensure MVP and end-product functionality
Created wireframes, site maps, and content inventories for new LMS website design
Extracted essential business information from files, records, and historical data for development requests and conducted workshops to determine business requirements and identify pain points
Contributed to strategic planning initiatives for LMS application, aligning with end-user goals
Collaborated with leadership to analyze complex business problems and build compelling business cases
Documented current system functionalities with use case diagrams, laying the groundwork for future improvements
Led workshops using advanced techniques (gap analysis, stakeholder management, etc.) to gather detailed requirements
Developed a clear Target Operating Model showcasing the benefits of the new LMS
Translated broad epics into concise user stories, facilitating understanding for both business and technical teams
Created wireframes using Balsamiq Cloud for clear communication of solutions and risk mitigation
Defined rigorous UAT criteria with detailed and accurate user stories, ensuring high quality standards
Completed benefits realization documentation, demonstrating the project's significant value add
Major Achievement:
Led the successful development and migration to a new LMS, resulting in a 32% increase in student satisfaction.
CS Finance Specialist
CAZOO
Leeds, WYK
05.2022 - 08.2022
Excelled at managing customer financial plans and options, utilizing both Slack and Salesforce for efficient organization and communication
Tailored financial advice to each customer's unique needs and goals, ensuring prompt resolution to their inquiries and concerns
Proactively identified and presented alternative solutions that maximized value and exceeded expectations by leveraging understanding of customer requirements
Increased customer satisfaction by 20% through personalized financial advice, and successfully negotiated payment plans for customers facing hardship, exceeding company recovery rate by 15%
Demonstrated strong communication, problem-solving, and customer-centric approach, making me a valuable asset for any team focused on optimizing financial solutions
Implemented Salesforce, driving a 50% cross-selling and down-selling rate, significantly increasing revenue
Leveraged Salesforce data to tailor financial advice, enhancing customer convenience and satisfaction
Utilized Salesforce for automated follow-up schedules, improving the overall customer experience
Performed financial and sales analysis and determined best practices to mitigate risk with customers.
Maintained an organized customer database in Salesforce, ensuring streamlined operations
Resolved over 60% of customer issues within 24 hours, leading to a stronger retention rate.
CS Billing Specialist
EE
Leeds, WYK
11.2021 - 05.2022
Played a key role in supporting client financial wellbeing by providing personalized guidance on bill repayment options
Working directly with clients, I tailored solutions to their unique needs and circumstances, demonstrating both empathy and proactive support
Strong communication skills allowed me to navigate difficult situations and secure timely bill payments, while minimizing potential delinquencies and improving cash flow
Partnered with external debt recovery services when necessary, ensuring responsible and ethical collection practices
Generated and submitted invoices based upon established accounts receivable schedules and terms.
Importantly, I recognized when clients needed deeper support and connected them to appropriate debt advice services for expert guidance and long-term financial solutions
This holistic approach not only increased on-time payments by 15% through personalized plans but also garnered positive client feedback, highlighting my effectiveness in supporting their financial well-being
Increased revenue through successful cross-selling and down-selling of company offerings
Resolved customer complaints, network queries, and finance issues, escalating complex cases for further support
Designed customer-centric payment plans leading to reduced late payments and charges
Major Achievement:
Identified, researched, and resolved billing variances to maintain system accuracy and currency.
Achieved a 5% increase in customer satisfaction while reducing debt repayment rates, demonstrating effective solutions and enhanced service quality.
Project Business Analyst
Handy DOPHS Resources Ltd.
Abuja, FCT
03.2017 - 08.2017
By delving into current international goods procurement processes, I uncovered cost-saving potential through in-depth analysis and trend identification
My focus transformed into spearheading initiatives to streamline these processes, prioritizing efficiency and expense reduction
By implementing strategic cost-saving solutions, I achieved measurable improvements in areas like human resource outsourcing by 50%
This success wasn't achieved solely; I fostered collaboration with cross-functional teams (e.g., logistics, finance, legal) to ensure effective implementation and garner stakeholder buy-in
Tackled complex challenges related to used goods acquisition and delivery by leveraging my strong problem-solving abilities, ultimately demonstrating significant impact on the organization's bottom line
Managed international procurement with meticulous record-keeping and financial oversight, leveraging sales reports for precise profit and loss analysis
Cultivated a motivated team committed to best practices, leading to enhanced customer experience and performance