Business Analyst

Business Analyst Preferred Location: NY / Alpharetta Role Overview Drives end-to-end requirements gathering for the E360 RIF module, partnering closely with HR stakeholders to translate business needs into actionable user stories and acceptance criteria. Manages the RAID log, supports UAT execution, and coordinates stakeholder sign-off through to production deployment. Key Responsibilities Facilitate requirements workshops with HR, IT, and compliance stakeholders to capture and document E360 RIF workflow business requirements. Translate business needs into detailed user stories, process flows, acceptance criteria, and functional specifications for the E360 RIF module. Map current-state RIF processes (fragmented spreadsheets, regional databases) to the target-state E360 centralized workflow, identifying gaps and change impacts. Partner with the Data BA (HR) to ensure HR data requirements and Workday/Snowflake mapping align with business process needs. Support UAT planning and execution: develop test scenarios, coordinate HR stakeholder testing, and manage defect triage and resolution. Maintain and manage the RAID log (Risks, Actions, Issues, Dependencies) throughout all RIF delivery phases. Serve as the primary business-facing liaison for requirement clarifications, scope change management, and stakeholder communications. Document process designs, workflow specifications, and training materials to support post-deployment adoption. Support phase gate reviews and provide business sign-off documentation for deployment readiness. Skills & Experience Required 5+ years of BA experience on enterprise HR or workflow technology programs. Strong familiarity with Microsoft Power Platform applications (Power Apps, Power Automate). Knowledge of HR processes including talent management, workforce planning, and reduction-in-force (RIF). Proficiency with Agile/Scrum delivery; experienced writing user stories and acceptance criteria. Excellent stakeholder management and workshop facilitation skills. Experience with compliance-sensitive or regulated workflow environments (financial services preferred). US EST business-hour availability required; preferred location: NY / Montreal / Alpharetta. Preferred Qualifications Prior experience on RIF, severance, or workforce reduction platforms. Familiarity with Snowflake data concepts and Power BI reporting requirements. Experience supporting fixed-fee, outcome-based delivery programs. Merican