Overview
Business Analyst - Assistant Manager/Manager - Consulting
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At Grant Thornton Ireland, we have over 3,000 people in 10 offices across Ireland, the Isle of Man, Gibraltar and Bermuda with a presence in over 130 countries globally, most recently merging with Grant Thornton US. Our most valuable asset is our people and this transformational step creates tremendous growth and development opportunities for each individual at our firm. We operate as one team from multiple locations and staff have the opportunity to work on both national and local projects.
We work as trusted advisors and are dedicated to supporting clients across the public and private sector, bringing our specialist knowledge and global presence to help businesses succeed. Whether it’s collaborating to build thriving communities, working alongside regulators and financial institutions to build trust, or partnering with a diverse range of businesses, we will address the issues that matter most.
At Grant Thornton Ireland we don’t just predict your future, we build it.
Job Description & Summary
We are seeking an experienced Business Analyst, to be part of our Consulting practice. The role offers a chance to contribute to and support a variety of client engagements, by gathering and analysing business requirements, identifying opportunities for improvement and helping drive project success through data-driven insights and strategic recommendations. We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in the Financial Services industry, particularly banking, as we continue to drive impactful change across this key sector.
Embrace the possibility to apply – at Grant Thornton we are constantly upskilling our staff. If you do not meet all of the listed requirements, please do not be discouraged from applying. We value a growth-oriented mindset and are dedicated to supporting you in reaching your full potential.
Roles & Responsibilities
Collaborate within a multi-disciplinary team to successfully deliver and manage projects across a range of key areas, including:
* Managing the delivery of complex projects for key clients across various industries, ensuring high-quality outputs and meeting tight deadlines.
* Defining and driving projects across all stages of the project life cycle.
* Requirements elicitation and documentation: running workshops, stakeholder interviews, producing clear, structured, and comprehensive Business Requirements Documents (BRDs).
* Business case development: quantifying benefits, return on investment, cost savings and efficiency impacts.
* Process mapping and redesign: documenting "as-is" versus "to-be" processes, identifying gaps.
* Strong capability in conducting business impact assessments and producing and maintaining a requirements traceability matrix.
* Mapping end-to-end customer journeys for retail banking products such as personal loans, mortgages, and credit cards.
* Collaborate in cross-functional teams spanning multiple business units and functions.
* Supporting senior management in overseeing and executing project delivery.
Business Development
* Acting as a key liaison between multi-faceted project teams to ensure seamless communication and alignment across all stakeholders.
* Facilitating workshops to define project scopes and business requirements, ensuring outcomes are documented and shared with relevant stakeholders.
* Engaging stakeholders across various disciplines to drive project momentum and success.
* Supporting and driving Business Development initiatives including the preparation of proposals and tenders for new client opportunities.
Skills and Experience
Education and Certifications
* A third level degree, with a strong academic record.
* Business Analysis certification, with a demonstrated ability to apply best practices, tools and methodologies (e.g., IIBA Certification, BCS Business Analysis Certification, Certified Business Analysis Professional, or equivalent).
* Minimum of 5-8 years of relevant experience depending on the level being applied for.
Skills and Competencies
* Familiarity with Central Bank of Ireland Regulatory Landscape including the Consumer Protection Code.
* Deep understanding of retail and commercial banking products (loans, mortgages, credit cards).
* Demonstrated ability to lead and facilitate steering committee meetings, ensure alignment on project scope, and effectively capture and communicate key decisions to drive project governance and accountability.
* Strong analytical and interpersonal skills with a commitment to professional and client service excellence and developing effective working relationships.
* Strong multi-tasking abilities and the ability to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels.
* Acute attention to detail and the ability to balance big-picture thinking with detail-oriented execution.
* A natural curiosity to explore new business opportunities and a creative, problem-solving mindset.
* Experience in leading Business Development initiatives including crafting and responding to client proposals would be favourable.
Life at Grant Thornton
Reward And Benefits
Our reward and benefits are designed to create an environment where our people can flourish. We are committed to building a culture where our people have access to the necessary benefits to help promote a healthy lifestyle and thrive. We offer an excellent range of rewards and benefits to suit your lifestyle:
* Performance based bonus scheme
* Employer Pension Contributions
* Career progression with an annual promotion cycle (dependent on eligibility)
* Professional subscriptions paid
* Health insurance group scheme discount
* Annual flu vaccination
* Onsite gym (Dublin)
* Employee assistance programme
* Fresh fruit in each office daily
* Bike to Work scheme
* Pay day breakfast
* Be Well initiative
* Travel ticket schemes
* Funded sports and social events
* Life assurance scheme
* Employee discounts
Find out more about the benefits at Grant Thornton here: Our Benefits | Grant Thornton.
Flexible Working Environment
Grant Thornton promotes a flexible working environment and supports a hybrid working model. We also offer employees the opportunity to avail of a compressed working week: the Friday before each Bank Holiday and every Friday from June to August, finishing at 3pm on Fridays (subject to client approval).
Equity, Diversity And Inclusion
We provide equitable opportunities for all colleagues. Equity, Diversity and Inclusion are at the forefront of our workplace culture. We are committed to building a diverse environment where people from varied backgrounds and experiences are heard and valued.
We are all at our best when we can be ourselves and bring integrity and authenticity to our day-to-day work. Diversity of thought, background and experience enables better decision-making and improves the quality of our delivery.
Our Firm is built on people and their ideas, so we welcome new perspectives and fresh thinking you have to offer.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
* Accounting
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