Entry Level Business Analyst
The Entry Level Business Analyst at Confidential Client is responsible for gathering and analyzing business requirements, supporting documentation, and assisting in process improvements. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams, data analysis, and supporting testing activities, providing a strong foundation for candidates starting their careers in business analysis.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, IT.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
- Gather, analyze, and document business requirements from stakeholders.
- Assist in preparing Business Requirement Documents (BRD) and Functional Requirement Documents (FRD).
- Analyze business processes and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Work with cross-functional teams (product, engineering, operations) to understand and translate business needs.
- Assist with data collection, validation, and reporting to support decision-making.
- Prepare clear reports, presentations, and process documentation.
- Participate in meetings with business and technical teams; help translate requirements into actionable tasks.
- Support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and maintain project documentation and traceability.
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
- 0–2 years of relevant experience (internships and academic projects welcome).
- Basic understanding of business analysis concepts and methodologies.
- Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Basic knowledge of SQL is a plus.
- Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Willingness to learn new tools, technologies, and business processes.
Nice-to-Haves
- Internship or academic project experience in Business Analysis.
- Familiarity with Agile and Scrum methodologies.
- Basic understanding of Jira, Confluence, or similar project management tools.
- Exposure to data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau.
Compensation & Location
- Estimated salary: $54,602 per year (estimated).
- Location: Manhattan, NY — on-site or hybrid arrangements as set by our client.
- Employment type: Full-time.
(If you need accommodations during the hiring process, please let us know — Careertakes supports inclusive and accessible recruiting.)
Why You’ll Like This Role
- Fast learning curve — regular exposure to business processes and data analysis.
- Cross-functional collaboration that builds communication and technical skills.
- Strong runway for career growth into Business Analyst, Product Analyst, or Data Analyst roles.
- Ideal for recent graduates or candidates with internship/project experience seeking hands-on experience.
About the Confidential Client
This role supports a Confidential Client operating in the IT industry. The team values curiosity, clear communication, and practical problem solving. You’ll join a collaborative environment where learning and mentorship are encouraged.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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