Associate Business Analyst

APPLICANTS MUST BE LOCATED IN AKRON, OH OR PITTSBUGH, PA. Hybrid (2 days in office) We are seeking a motivated Associate Business Analyst to join our team and support the delivery of high-quality business and technology solutions. This entry-level role is ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals looking to build a foundation in business analysis, requirements gathering, and cross‑functional project work. In this role, you will work closely with experienced Business Analysts, Product Owners, stakeholders, and technical teams to help translate business needs into clear, actionable requirements. You will gain hands‑on experience across the project lifecycle, including requirements gathering, documentation, testing support, and solution validation. Key Responsibilities Assist in eliciting, documenting, and clarifying business and system requirements Support communication between business stakeholders and technical teams Participate in requirements workshops, meetings, and project discussions Help document user stories, use cases, and functional requirements Contribute to analysis of current and proposed business processes Support project deliverables throughout the system development lifecycle Assist in identifying risks, issues, and dependencies and communicating updates Participate in solution testing and validation activities Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to evaluate solution options Support enterprise analysis through information gathering and brainstorming Maintain accurate and organized project documentation Qualifications / Experience Entry‑level role (0–2 years of relevant experience preferred) Recent graduate in Business, Information Systems, or related field preferred Equivalent combination of education, training, or experience will be considered Core Skills & Knowledge Business analysis planning and elicitation Requirements gathering and documentation Process and workflow analysis Basic systems analysis and solution evaluation Documentation of user stories, use cases, and business requirements Diagramming and modeling (e.g., process flows, workflows) Understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) Soft Skills Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) Excellent attention to detail and organizational ability Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively A collaborative mindset and ability to work across teams Professionalism when interacting with stakeholders at all levels Willingness to learn, accept feedback, and work under supervision Consistent attendance and reliability, including occasional after‑hours events as needed Ability to work overtime when approved by supervisor Benefits May Include Comprehensive medical, prescriptions, dental and vision plans 401(k) plan with a discretionary company match Shareholder Purchase and Reinvestment Plan Basic life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance premium paid by the company Voluntary supplemental life insurance for employees, spouses and dependent children Fertility and Family Building Benefits Paid Disability benefits Paid time off programs 11 Company paid holidays per year Flexible spending account Health savings account (available to High Deductible Health Plan participants only) Employee Assistance Program Educational Assistance Program Voluntary benefits, such as Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance and Accident Insurance Title insurance policies and certain escrow services for the employee’s primary personal residence at no charge Transportation benefit plan for mass transit, parking and vanpool, in several markets Old Republic Title is an Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr