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JOB DESCRIPTION
Reason for Evaluation:
 New Job  Existing Job  Promotion or  Other __________
Job Title Associate Business Analysis Job Code
Business/Function IT Grade/Career Level
Segment/Family Business Analysis FLSA Status (US Only) Non-Exempt
Sub-Function

POSITION SUMMARY
In just a few sentences, broadly describe the main purpose of the job. Indicate what is done and why (outcome). i.e., answer the
question, “Why does the job exist?” Please describe in simple terms what the job holder must do to accomplish the main purpose of
the job and the amount of direction that is required to perform the function. If the job manages others, describe the management
duties (including authority to hire/fire/recommend pay increases/manage overall work product/schedule, etc.

The Associate Business Analyst provides assistance to the Business System team as it defines and
develops business requirements and functional specifications for new systems as well as modifications to
existing systems of moderate complexity. This is an entry level role which, under close supervision, will
provide basic technical support and guidance. Supports small scale projects with simple to moderate
complexity

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

List and describe the position’s key responsibilities in order of importance, and indicate the approximate percentage of time spent
on the responsibility. (Percentages should add up to 100%.) For each, describe in simple terms what the job holder must do to
accomplish the main purpose of the job and the amount of direction that is required to perform the job duties. If the job manages
others, describe the management duties (including authority to hire/fire/recommend pay increases/manage overall work
product/schedule, etc.) Insert additional rows as needed.

Note: These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties.

% of time
Responsibility
spent
1 Assists senior analysts with the writing of business requirements and functional 50
specifications for new systems. Records modifications to existing systems. Assists
in researching and fact finding with business/client needs and problems,
supporting the documentation of results by escalating to appropriate staff member.
Helps senior staff to perform requirements gathering interviews with clients/users
with the support from more senior team members
2 Helps prepare and update status reports and task planning activities. Follow 40
change management process for enhancements; and Act as a point of contact for
recipients of the functional design document. Researches and solves open
functional design questions.
3 Help document project timeline, resources and tasks. 10

POSITION SCOPE
Provide quantitative and qualitative information related to the position’s scope and job impact. If not applicable, indicate “n/a”.
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Revenue generation / Individual revenue accountability
asset management n/a
(i.e., personal revenue goal)
accountability
Team revenue accountability
(i.e., total revenue for team(s) under the n/a
position’s management)
Management
responsibility Number of direct reports 0
(i.e., hiring, coaching,
scheduling / delegating work, Total reports
0
performance reviews) (Direct and indirect)
Project management Typical project team size 0
(i.e., indirect management of
project teams) Manages multiple projects?
N/A
(Yes/No)
Percentage of time spent on
project management
Regional Scope of Domestic (focus is within a country Varies
responsibility or neighboring countries):
(identify and provide detail) Specify Country/Countries
Regional (Focus is across a Varies
continental region [e.g. Europe, Asia,
Middle East, Latin America]):
Specify Region/Regions
Global (world-wide) Varies

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Indicate the education level, previous experience, specific knowledge, skills and abilities required to meet minimum requirements for
this position.

Education Bachelor’s degree with a preference for a technical discipline.

(degree / diploma)
Experience 0-2years in business analyst role

Knowledge and skills Good oral and written communication skills; strong data analysis and MS
(general and technical) Word skills; good organizational and problem solving ability.
Other requirements
(licenses, certifications,
specialized training)

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
Indicate the primary internal and external contacts with whom the position interacts on a regular and recurring basis, and the
purpose / nature of the relationship. If describing a consulting role, indicate the typical client contacts (e.g., manager, vice
president, CEO, board of directors.) Indicate whether the contacts are typically domestic or international. If not applicable, indicate
“n/a”.

Internal contacts Team Members

(and purpose / nature of
relationship)
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External contacts N/A
(and purpose / nature of
relationship)

ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE
Indicate the reporting relationship of this position to others in the business / function. If not applicable, indicate “n/a”.

Next Level Manager Title

Manager / Supervisor Title “Dotted Line” Manager Title

n/a

Job Title Job Titles of Peers

n/a

Job Title(s) of Direct Reports

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / COMMENTS

APPROVALS

Name: Enterprise Wide Compensation

Prepared by Design Team Date:
Title:
Name:
Business/Function Approval Date:
Title:
Name:
Human Resources Approval Date:
Title:
MMC Legal Review Name:
Date:
(For US FLSA) Title:
New FLSA Status Date:
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