Job Title: Feature Analyst – Digital and Rewards Programs
Location: Cape Town
Industry: Financial Services
Employment Type: 6-12 month contract (with potential renewal)
Role Overview:
Our client in financial services is looking for skilled Feature Analysts to support key initiatives in Digital and Rewards programs. This role involves gathering and analyzing requirements, developing user stories, and ensuring alignment with Agile project goals to drive impactful outcomes.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs, particularly within Digital and Rewards-focused projects.
- Gather, analyze, and document requirements, translating them into user stories that align with Agile methodologies.
- Develop and manage a product backlog to ensure deliverables meet business objectives.
- Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including developers, designers, and project managers, to facilitate smooth project execution.
- Conduct feature analysis to evaluate the feasibility and impact of proposed solutions, providing data-driven insights to guide project decisions.
- Communicate project requirements and updates clearly across all levels of the organization.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a Feature Analyst or Business Analyst, with a strong focus on Digital Projects and Rewards programs.
- Proficiency in Agile methodologies, with experience in requirement gathering, analysis, and documentation.
- Relevant certifications, such as Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP), Diploma in Business Analysis (FTI), or Agile certifications (e.g., SAFe, Scrum).
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, enabling effective work across cross-functional teams.
Preferred Skills:
- Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize backlogs in a fast-paced Agile environment.
- Experience with Agile tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence) and familiarity with financial services industry standards.
- Data analysis and reporting skills to support feature analysis and decision-making.
Desired Skills:
- feature analyst
- agile
- digital projects
- rewards
Desired Work Experience:
- 5 to 10 years