PETER AFOLABI
Edinburgh,Edinburgh
Summary
Accomplished Business Analyst with extensive experience in requirements engineering, facilitation, and gap analysis. Proven track record of delivering successful projects in Agile environments, including re-platforming charity web applications and managing business user requirements for booking systems. Skilled in process modelling, data flow diagrams, and documentation, with a strong ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively within teams. Career highlights include leading strategic sessions with senior management and supporting developers through user acceptance testing. Aspires to leverage analytical thinking and communication skills to drive business improvements and enhance user experiences. Driven Business Analyst with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excel at translating complex requirements into actionable project plans and delivering robust data-driven solutions. Proven track record of enhancing operational efficiency and driving strategic decision-making. Bring collaborative approach to working with cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Analyst
Digital Echoes Ltd
11.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with Agile team of 8 to re-platform charity web application for enhanced funding.
- Delivered comprehensive business, user, and system requirements to ensure project success.
- Elicited and documented requirements from business users using Jira for user stories.
- Conducted GAP analysis to assess current processes and outline future solutions.
- Facilitated workshops to gather requirements from users and stakeholders effectively.
- Managed project plan, ensuring timely delivery within budget and quality standards.
- Identified improvement opportunities in governance and work processes.
- Supported developers and testers in clarifying requirements during Agile Sprints and performed User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
Business Application Analyst
GreenEmpire International Limited
04.2017 - 04.2022
- Managed business user requirements for booking and reservation system in agile environment.
- Created and documented process descriptions, process flows, and robust use cases.
- Assisted in preparation and dissemination of clear requirement analyses.
- Participated in strategy sessions to evaluate current product functionality.
- Contributed to small and medium-sized projects in collaboration with team members.
- Conducted client interviews and meetings to gather insights.
- Analyzed suitable channel metrics to enhance business processes.
- Improved user journey and UX for clients through targeted project initiatives.
Junior Business Analyst
Gracetopo Ventures
04.2022 - 11.2025
- Collaborated with client on mobile project valued at £1m to ensure alignment.
- Assisted in analysis preparation and distribution of clear requirements.
- Documented To-Be process flow and developed comprehensive use cases.
- Participated in strategic sessions with senior management to assess deliverables.
- Created and updated interface specifications using Proto.io for enhanced usability.
- Developed and maintained System Requirement Specification (SRS) document for project clarity.
- Supported developers and testers by clarifying requirements during User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
Value Chain Advisor
Union Bank of Nigeria
10.2012 - 04.2017
- Delivered front-line customer service, ensuring prompt attention to all customers.
- Coordinated risk assessments on existing loan agreements with PWC.
- Managed weekly exception reports to track and resolve issues.
- Updated customer account details and processed correspondence with management.
Education
MSc. - International Operations and Supply Chain Management
Glasgow Caledonian University
Glasgow, UK2024
BSc. - Cell Biology and Genetics
University of Lagos
Nigeria2006
Skills
- Requirements engineering
- Facilitation and elicitation
- Gap analysis (As-is and To-be)
- Process modeling
- Data flow diagrams
- Analytical thinking
- Documentation and specification
- Verbal and written communication
- Relationship building
- Team collaboration
References
References Available on Request
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading Contemporary Books
- Playing chess
- Meeting People
- Travelling
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Interests
- Sketching
- Colouring
- Playing chess
Timeline
Business Analyst
Digital Echoes Ltd
11.2025 - Current
Junior Business Analyst
Gracetopo Ventures
04.2022 - 11.2025
Business Application Analyst
GreenEmpire International Limited
04.2017 - 04.2022
Value Chain Advisor
Union Bank of Nigeria
10.2012 - 04.2017
MSc. - International Operations and Supply Chain Management
Glasgow Caledonian University
BSc. - Cell Biology and Genetics
University of Lagos