Manager, IT Business Analyst

1 Month ago • 2 Years + • Data Analyst

Job Summary

Job Description

The Manager, IT Business Analyst reports to the VP IT BRM and leads a team of Business Analysts. Responsibilities include developing and implementing BA standards, processes, and frameworks; collaborating with business and IT stakeholders to define project requirements; driving the requirements-gathering process; working with the PMO to ensure alignment; establishing strong relationships with stakeholders; and mentoring the BA team. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of leadership experience in business analysis, a strong understanding of BA methodologies, and proven team management skills. Proficiency in BA tools (Jira, Confluence, Microsoft Office Suite) and knowledge of IT systems in a corporate environment are essential.
Must have:
  • Lead a team of Business Analysts
  • Develop and implement BA standards
  • Collaborate with stakeholders
  • Define project requirements
  • Manage change requests
  • 2+ years leadership experience
Good to have:
  • CBAP, CCBA certification
  • IT governance experience
  • Process modeling skills
Perks:
  • Growth and Career Opportunities
  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Comprehensive Benefits
  • Other fun Perks!

Job Details

Please Note: If you are a current Spin Master employee with access to Workday, apply to this job via the Workday application.

Are you a kid at heart looking to build a career with a leading global children's toy, entertainment and digital gaming company?

At Spin Master, our unwavering commitment to open mindedness, integrity and innovation is a great part of what has made us an industry leader. How do we stay ahead of the pack? By hiring the best and brightest minds—and that’s why we want you!

Job Description:

What will you work on?

The Manager, IT Business Analyst, will be report directly to the VP IT BRM. He/she is responsible for leading a team of Business Analysts (BAs) and ensuring that all BA processes, frameworks, and standards are defined and effectively implemented. This role is crucial in building the BA function, establishing best practices, and working collaboratively with IT and business stakeholders to deliver solutions aligned with business objectives.

How will you create impact?

  • Develop and implement BA standards, processes, and frameworks that ensure consistency and quality in BA deliverables. This includes the creation of templates and appropriate documentation, that will be aligned with the PMO project framework.
  • Collaborate with business and IT stakeholders to identify and define project requirements, ensuring that business needs are translated into technical specifications.
  • Drive the requirements-gathering process, including conducting workshops, interviews, and analyzing documentation.
  • Work with the PMO to ensure alignment between business requirements and IT deliverables, including managing change requests and assessing their impacts on projects.
  • Establish and maintain strong working relationships with business stakeholders and project managers to ensure business needs are met.
  • Lead and manage a team of IT Business Analysts, providing mentorship, guidance, and support to enhance their capabilities.


What are your skills and experience?
 

  • Experience in business analysis with at least 2 years in a leadership role
  • Strong understanding of BA methodologies framework, with prior experience of implementing a framework within an organization
  • Proven experience managing teams and implementing process improvements
  • Proficient in BA tools such as Jira, Confluence, and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Knowledge of IT systems and processes in a corporate environment.
  • Certification in Business Analysis (CBAP, CCBA, or equivalent) would be a plus
  • Experience with IT governance and compliance framework would be a plus
  • Familiarity with process modeling tools and techniques would be a plus



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What you can expect from us:

Our mission is to Make Life More Fun with a vision to push the boundaries of innovation, creativity, and fun.

  • Growth and Career Opportunities
  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Innovation, Collaboration and Fun
  • Comprehensive Benefits
  • Other fun Perks!

What’s it like to work here?

Spin Master is a fast-paced, hands-on organization that provides many great opportunities for impactful decision-making; though our challenging start-up atmosphere isn’t for everyone, we have a proven record of opportunities for future advancement and internal transfers for our passionate and results driven team.

Everyone is welcome in our sandbox and we are committed to an accessible and inclusive hiring process that provides reasonable accommodation to all applicants.

Spin Master strives to create an accessible and inclusive application and selection process and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to job applicants who may require provisions to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment processes. Should you require an accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team, by email at or by phone at and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

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We do appreciate all interest; however only those selected for interview will be contacted.

Are you a kid at heart looking to build a career with a leading global children's toy, entertainment and digital gaming company?

At Spin Master, our unwavering commitment to open mindedness, integrity and innovation is a great part of what has made us an industry leader. How do we stay ahead of the pack? By hiring the best and brightest minds—and that’s why we want you!

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