RPS is a global professional services firm that defines, designs, and manages projects while solving problems that matter to a complex, urbanising, and resource-scarce world. RPS is an established project management business in Australia, Asia Pacific (AAP), with over 450 project management staff, as part of 1100 staff in the region and 5000+ employees internationally in our diverse consulting business.

RPS is seeking a Business Analyst on a permanent full time basis to join a growing and vibrant ICT team based in Fortitude Valley. Reporting to the Development Lead, the Business Analyst provides comprehensive data, integration, investigations, mapping, providing design and project management support to Clients and our Project Management team.

About you

Excellent presentation and communication skills, particularly with the ability to write clearly and accurately.
Excellent interpersonal skills and must communicate openly and honestly at all times.
Strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail.
Ability to work independently through unstructured tasks.
Directly assists in the development of software design, focussing on data storage, mapping, integration, formats and reporting to meet the organisation’s requirements.
Responsible in defining concept papers, product requirements and use cases, using agile methods.
Bringing a customer perspective to solution design ensuring solutions promote scalability and smart practices.
Updates stakeholders on the status of product development processes, roadmaps and designs. Notifying stakeholders about any issues or business impacts connected to the data.
Continuously evaluating opportunities and risks, providing analysis of data and providing insights and recommendations as necessary.
Working with the development team to develop conceptual diagrams and architectural artefacts.
Demonstrated ability to build business relationships in a positive manner including the negotiation and successful resolution of contentious issues.
Demonstrated ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and work cooperatively with people at all levels to achieve outcomes. The ability to work on multiple projects with competing deadlines.

Key requirements

Minimum of three years as a Business Analyst or similar stream.
Relevant tertiary qualifications – e.g., Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or equivalent.
Ability to liaise at a senior level with a range of stakeholders including clients, consultants, and design team members with a track record in developing client relationships.
Able to successfully obtain and maintain a minimum Baseline Security Clearance.
Additional information

What's on offer?

We provide a diverse and inclusive work environment and offer many benefits to ensure your professional development & well-being:

Flexible start and finish times, working from home, part time and job share options
State of the art, modern and contemporary offices
Paid Parental Leave
Well-being benefits e.g. vaccinations, health insurance discounts
Professional memberships
Study assistance
Professional and technical development opportunities

We encourage and value different ideas, perspectives, and styles of thinking. We need a mix of experiences and skills to develop the most innovative ideas. We respect one another and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone.

You’ll be joining a diverse community and a company that puts its people first and prioritises their wellbeing.

Our Approach

Our people live our purpose, deliver our promise, and demonstrate our behaviours every day. Our behaviours define who we are. Developed by our people, they underpin everything that we do. They create the memorable experiences we are known for and make RPS a great place to do great work. ‘Stronger Together’ is one of our five core behaviours and it is inherent in creating an inclusive workplace: ‘We are respectful, acknowledge diversity, and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. We bring out the best in one another, always assuming best intent. People who learn and grow thrive in our business, sharing in our success.’

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We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list. Please refer to the careers page on our website if you require any further information.

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