About
Highly analytical and strategic Business Analyst with 8+ years of experience driving process optimization, system implementation, and project success across financial services. Adept at translating complex business requirements into actionable solutions, leading cross-functional teams, and delivering quantifiable improvements in efficiency and operational performance. Seeking to leverage proven expertise in data analysis, stakeholder management, and Agile methodologies to achieve strategic objectives in a dynamic organization.
Work
Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria
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Summary
Led critical business analysis initiatives and project management efforts to enhance operational efficiency and drive strategic technology implementations within a leading financial institution.
Highlights
Spearheaded the analysis and redesign of core banking processes, resulting in a 15% reduction in processing time and a 10% improvement in data accuracy for key financial transactions.
Managed end-to-end implementation of a new customer relationship management (CRM) system, improving customer data accessibility by 25% and supporting a 5% increase in cross-selling opportunities.
Facilitated workshops with over 50 stakeholders across multiple departments to gather and document complex business requirements, achieving 98% alignment between business needs and technical solutions.
Developed comprehensive data models and analytical reports using SQL and Excel, providing actionable insights that informed strategic decision-making and optimized resource allocation by 8%.
Mentored a team of junior business analysts, enhancing team productivity by 20% through structured training and best practice implementation in Agile methodologies.
Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria
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Summary
Supported various banking projects by conducting detailed business analysis, documenting requirements, and ensuring successful system integration and user acceptance.
Highlights
Conducted in-depth requirements gathering and analysis for a new digital banking platform, contributing to a 20% increase in online user engagement post-launch.
Authored detailed functional and non-functional specifications, user stories, and use cases, ensuring clarity and precision for development teams and reducing re-work by 12%.
Performed rigorous system testing and user acceptance testing (UAT) for critical banking applications, identifying and resolving over 100 defects prior to deployment.
Collaborated with IT and business units to streamline communication channels, reducing project communication delays by 10% and improving overall project flow.
Assisted in the development of training materials and conducted sessions for over 200 end-users on new system functionalities, ensuring smooth adoption and minimal disruption.
Education
Languages
English
Yoruba
Igbo
Skills
Business Analysis & Strategy
Requirements Gathering, Process Improvement, Data Modeling, Strategic Planning, Feasibility Studies, Use Case Development, Functional Specifications, Non-Functional Specifications, Gap Analysis, Business Process Reengineering.
Project Management
Agile Methodologies, Scrum, Waterfall, Project Planning, Stakeholder Management, Risk Management, Change Management, Project Coordination, UAT Management, SDLC.
Data Analysis & Reporting
SQL, Microsoft Excel (Advanced), Power BI, Data Visualization, Statistical Analysis, Financial Modeling, Reporting Automation, Data Interpretation.
Technical Proficiency
Jira, Confluence, Microsoft Office Suite, CRM Systems, ERP Systems, Visio, UML.
Soft Skills
Communication, Problem-Solving, Leadership, Team Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Negotiation, Mentorship, Adaptability.