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JOB DESCRIPTION
Reason for Evaluation:
 New Job  Existing Job  Promotion or  Other __________
Job Title Leader Business Analysis Job Code
Business/Function IT Grade/Career Level
Segment/Family Business Analysis FLSA Status (US Only) 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 Leader Business Analysis is responsible for the design, creation, integration and documentation of
the analytics and reporting infrastructure to support client objectives. This position contributes to strategic
development of the Business System team and has management responsibility for staff. May be
member of the IT Leadership team and key advisor to business leaders & clients, in supporting strategic
IT initiatives. Supports large scale projects with moderate to high 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 The Leader Business Systems Analysis collaborates with the IT leadership team to 40
develop, design and implement global strategic initiatives and is a member of the
IT Leadership team as well as a key advisor to clients.
2 Management responsibility for employees including assigning, directing and 25
evaluating work; conducting performance evaluations, progressive counseling and
career development discussions and appropriate training and education. Also
provides input into decisions regarding hiring, firing and discipline of employees as
well as promotion, salary and bonus actions.
3 Collaborates with business leaders to assess information needs; gathers and 20
defines business requirements and establishes priorities. Ensures business
requirements are met by design system; provides user support and training; and
manages user expectations and requirements scope. Works closely with program
managers, architects, systems analyst, test team, business users and vendors.
4 Executes product evaluations to select and recommend analytic and reporting 10
platform. Defines, establishes and executes analytics and reporting strategies and
reviews functional and technical specifications.
5 Assists with the development of user guides, reference materials, training 5
materials and code release artifacts. Establishes test plans and coordinates
quality assurance and user acceptance testing. Establishes change control
process as well as contributes to development and acceptance testing. Facilitates
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bug resolution and implementation process.

POSITION SCOPE
Provide quantitative and qualitative information related to the position’s scope and job impact. If not applicable, indicate “n/a”.

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 2+
(i.e., hiring, coaching,
scheduling / delegating work, Total reports
2 - 10
performance reviews) (Direct and indirect)
Project management Typical project team size Varies
(i.e., indirect management of
project teams) Manages multiple projects?
yes
(Yes/No)
Percentage of time spent on
30%
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 in Computer Science, Information Systems or

(degree / diploma)
Experience
Knowledge and skills
(general and technical)
Other requirements
(licenses, certifications,
specialized training)
equivalent
Minimum 15 years of experience working in systems development groups
creating automated solutions to business problems. Experience managing
staff. Business Analysis management position for 10+ years
Experience with relational and multi-dimensional database technologies
and data warehouse design and development. Experience with
MicroStrategy or similar analytics platforms; Experience with Informatica or
similar ETL tools. Experience working with SaaS platforms is preferred.
Strong technical, analytical. And problem solving skills and proficiency in
the development of financial and operational analytics. Experience
designing new solutions (versus enhancing existing platforms) is preferred.
Mentoring and coaching skills to develop BA team
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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 Client groups; function leaders and business users

(and purpose / nature of
relationship)
External contacts Vendors
(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
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