Business Analyst

BUSINESS ANALYST - Pasadena Hybrid Role - 1-2 Days on-site LOCAL CANDIDATES (50 miles) ONLY - PASADENA The estimated pay range for this position is USD $55.00/hr - $60.00/hr. W2 ONLY - No C2C, 1099, sponsorship, or 3rd Party Six+ month contract Business Analyst (3 - 6 years experience) - This is NOT a senior level role • Conduct requirements gathering sessions with business units, subject matter experts, vendors, and technical teams. • Analyze and document business requirements, functional specifications, workflows, use cases, and process diagrams. • Identify gaps, dependencies, risks, and impacts to current processes and systems. Process Improvement & Documentation • Map and evaluate existing business processes to identify opportunities for improvement. • Develop future-state process models and recommend solutions that improve efficiency, accuracy, and user experience. • Create and maintain process maps, user guides, and supporting documentation. Project Support • Support and/or lead projects with requirements management, stakeholder communication, task tracking, and status reporting. • Assist in project planning and provide input on scoping, timelines, and resource needs. • Participate in project meetings, workshops, demonstrations, and testing activities. Testing & Validation • Support UAT by developing test cases, coordinating test sessions, logging defects, and validating functionality. • Assist project teams in confirming that delivered solutions meet business requirements. Stakeholder Engagement • Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure shared understanding of requirements and impacts. • Facilitate communication between business and technical teams to ensure alignment. Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in related field (Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Information Technology) or equivalent professional experience. • 3+ years of experience as a Business Analyst or similar role. • Experience working within a PMO or formal project delivery environment. • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills. • Proficiency with business analysis tools (Visio, JIRA, etc.) and Microsoft Office Suite and Project (portfolio) Management software. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications • Experience in public sector, pension administration, finance, or regulated environments. • Knowledge of project management methodologies (PMI, Agile). • Experience supporting large-scale technology modernization initiatives. Compensation The estimated pay range for this position is USD $55.00/hr - $60.00/hr and is an Exempt role. Exact compensation and offers of employment are dependent on circumstances of each case and will be determined based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, licenses or certifications, and location. Benefits We offer comprehensive benefit options which vary depending on role, location, and employment type. The Talent Acquisition Partner can share more details about compensation or benefits for the specific role during the hiring process. • Experience working within a PMO or formal project delivery environment. • Agile Experience The Business Analyst will support the Project Management Office by gathering and analyzing business requirements, evaluating processes, developing documentation, and assisting with operational and technology-related projects. This role requires a strong understanding of both business processes and technology, allowing the individual to analyze problems, define requirements, and recommend solutions that improve efficiency and achieve business objectives. This role plays a key part in optimizing processes, improving efficiency, and driving strategic initiatives forward.