Graduate Business Analyst - Consulting Track

Our client, a prestigious management consulting firm with an office in Sandton, Gauteng , is recruiting motivated graduates for its competitive Business Analyst program. This role is designed for individuals who are analytical, possess strong problem-solving skills, and are eager to drive business transformation for a diverse range of clients. As a Graduate Business Analyst, you will work in client-facing teams, gathering requirements, analyzing business processes, and developing innovative solutions.

You will receive extensive training and mentorship from experienced consultants, rapidly developing your expertise in consulting methodologies and industry best practices. Our firm values intellectual curiosity, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence, offering a challenging yet rewarding career path. The hybrid model allows for both focused independent work and essential team collaboration.

• Engage with clients to understand their business needs and challenges.
• Gather, document, and analyze business requirements for new projects or system enhancements.
• Map current state and design future state business processes.
• Develop functional specifications and user stories for technical teams.
• Assist in the testing and implementation of proposed solutions.
• Conduct data analysis to support business insights and recommendations.
• Prepare presentations and reports for client and internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including IT, operations, and finance.
• Contribute to the firm's knowledge base and best practice development.
• Participate in training sessions to enhance consulting and analytical skills.

• A recent graduate with a degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Information Systems, or a related analytical field.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work effectively in a client-facing environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative spirit.
• Willingness to travel to client sites as required.
• Must be based in or willing to commute to Sandton, Gauteng .
• Previous consulting or business analysis internship experience is highly valued.
• Adaptability and eagerness to learn new industries and technologies.

• Intensive training program covering consulting frameworks and business analysis techniques.
• Mentorship from senior consultants and partners.
• Exposure to diverse industries and challenging business problems.
• Competitive graduate salary and performance bonuses.
• Clear career progression path within the consulting firm.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on client businesses.
• A dynamic and intellectually stimulating work environment in Sandton .