Senior Business Analyst - Guelph, Canada - NR Consulting

Description

Title: Business Analyst – Senior
Location: Guelph, ON, Canada
Position: Contract

Responsibilities:
. Strategic Policy Development:

Lead the development and implementation of strategic policies and directives aimed at operational excellence and enhanced governance.

Collaborate with senior management to identify and prioritize areas for policy improvement and innovation.

. Business Analysis and Legal Collaboration:

Lead thorough business analysis to assess document requirements.

Work closely with organization staff and Legal Counsel to ensure that all new and improved policies are legally vetted, defensible, and in compliance with relevant directives.

. Business Process Re-engineering:

Analyze current business processes to identify inefficiencies and areas for enhancement.

Design and implement re-engineered processes that align with new policies, promoting cost-effective and efficient service delivery.

. Internal Engagement and Communication:

Engage with various internal stakeholders to ensure policies are comprehensive, defensible, and aligned with legal and regulatory frameworks.

. Performance Measurement and Monitoring:

Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and benchmarks to assess the effectiveness of implemented policies and directives.

Develop and implement an updated corporate reporting system that captures and tracks operational scorecards and evaluates performance.

Regularly review and report on performance, suggesting continuous improvements to ensure alignment with organizational goals.

. Change Management:

Lead change management initiatives to ensure smooth transition and adoption of new policies across the organization.

General Skills:

Strategic Thinking: Ability to conceptualize and develop strategic initiatives that drive organizational change and improvement.

Analytical Skills: Proficiency in analyzing complex business processes, identifying challenges, and crafting effective solutions.

Communication and Facilitation: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a proven ability to engage and align diverse perspectives.

Project Management: Strong project management skills, capable of leading large-scale projects from inception to completion within defined timelines and budgets.

Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing business needs and environments, maintaining a focus on delivering results.

Desirable Skills:

Financial Proficiencies – Understands financial systems, including use and interpretation of financial data.

Regulatory Acumen: Knowledge of how to interpret legal and regulatory frameworks to ensure policies are compliant and defensible.

Innovative Mindset: Creativity and openness to new ideas and in developing new approaches in policy development and implementation.

Technology Proficiency: Familiarity with the latest business analysis and project management software and tools.

Leadership: Demonstrated leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and guide teams through complex change processes.

Governance Expertise: Deep understanding of good governance practices and effective internal controls, enabling the development of policies that are both innovative and practical.