Business Analyst III

Business Analyst IIIHybrid 4/1 with Friday remote in Charlotte, NCOur client seeks a Business Analyst III to lead complex business analysis efforts across applications, processes, and data domains. The role supports discovery, requirements definition, and solution validation for medium to large initiatives while facilitating cross-functional alignment and influencing solution direction. The position operates with independence, helps shape prioritization through analysis and stakeholder facilitation, and mentors less experienced analysts.Due to client requirements, applicants must be willing and able to work on a W2 basis. For our W2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.Rate: $45.00 to $55.00/hr. W2Responsibilities:Lead end-to-end business analysis for medium to large initiatives by facilitating stakeholder discussions, defining current and future state processes, identifying business and system impacts, and translating needs into high-quality requirements and user stories.Partner with stakeholders, product owners, architects, developers, and testers to evaluate solution options, align analysis and requirements within agreed-upon scope, resolve ambiguity, and support delivery of high-value outcomes.Facilitate Agile practices including backlog refinement, story mapping, acceptance criteria, and release validation to improve flow, transparency, and quality of delivery.Lead User Acceptance Testing, including scenario identification, traceability, defect triage, business validation, and readiness for production deployment.Analyze complex data sources and process flows to support integrations, reporting, and enterprise decision-making. Develop data mappings and recommend process or system improvements based on business value and risk.Design and deliver presentations, requirement walkthroughs, and process reviews for business and IT teams. Adapt content to the audience and facilitate alignment on complex scenarios.Experience Requirements:Advanced communication, facilitation, presentation, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to influence stakeholders, navigate ambiguity, and resolve conflict.Ability to independently lead complex analysis efforts and perform SQL or data queries to support validation, investigation, and analysis, including writing and deciphering SELECT statements with filters and joins.Requirement elicitation and documentation experience.5 to 7 years of relevant experience in IT solutions delivery, business analysis, data analysis, systems integration, or process improvement, including leadership of complex assignments.Preferred: experience with complex data mapping, SQL or data querying, reporting, process redesign, and mentoring junior analysts.Education Requirements:Bachelor's degree in business, information systems, computer science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.