Business Analyst (German-speaking)
We are looking for an experienced German-speaking Business Analyst for a freelance opportunity in Germany. The ideal candidate will be responsible for bridging the gap between IT and business, ensuring project requirements are well-defined, communicated, and delivered in alignment with business goals.
Key Responsibilities:
* Collaborate closely with Product Owner to prioritize and refine backlogs
* Conduct workshops with business and IT teams for scope and requirement clarification
* Perform gap analysis and document current vs. future state
* Lead requirement gathering, documentation, and validation
* Coordinate across teams and manage stakeholders independently
* Assist in test planning, execution, and issue resolution
* Support Project Manager on Non-Functional Requirements (NFR)
* Create and maintain documentation (e.g. system/process documents)
* Write detailed user stories in JIRA and manage Confluence documentation
Requirements:
* Fluent German and English communication (written and verbal)
* Strong experience in Business Analysis within IT environments
* Skilled in Agile/Scrum methodologies and tools (JIRA, Confluence)
* Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio
* Excellent stakeholder management and problem-solving skills
* Self-starter with the ability to lead discussions and drive deliverables
* Experience in people management and mentoring is a plus