Business Analyst

Reporting to the Technical Product Manager, we need an experienced Business Analyst (BA) who wants to play an integral role on delivering our cloud offerings. 

London, UK

Altus Group, developers of ARGUS Software

<p>At Altus Group, developers&nbsp;of ARGUS Software, we break ground everyday with products that provide consistency, transparency, and efficiency into the financial and operational processes that drive the global world of commercial real estate. Our products were built exclusively for commercial real estate companies, incorporating best practices learned from over 25 years serving the industry and clients in over 60 countries. ARGUS Software&rsquo;s products have become the industry standard and provide the complete solution for managing and growing your commercial real estate portfolio. Thousands of users globally including leading owners, managers, financial institutions, brokerages and REITs trust ARGUS Software solutions to improve the visibility and flow of information throughout their critical business processes. These processes include asset management, asset valuation, portfolio management, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, lease management, collaboration and knowledge management.</p> http://www.altusgroup.com/analytics

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Mid Level

Overview: <p dir="LTR"><strong>Who we are</strong></p> <p dir="DEFAULT">Altus Group is a leading provider of software, data solutions and independent advisory services to the global commercial real estate industry. Our businesses, Altus Analytics and Altus Expert Services, empower clients to analyse, gain market insight and recognise value on their real estate investments. Headquartered in Canada, we have approximately 2,500 employees around the world, with operations in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific.</p> <p dir="DEFAULT">Altus Analytics, the software and data solutions division of Altus Group, is driving an evolution in the commercial real estate industry by empowering clients and partners with industry standard software solutions, data products and technology enabled services<strong>.</strong></p> <p dir="DEFAULT"><strong>The opportunity</strong></p> <p dir="DEFAULT">Reporting to the Technical Product Manager, we need an experienced Business Analyst (BA) who wants to play an integral role on delivering our cloud offerings. A BA who is committed to seeing things through at every step; a subject matter expert and trusted advisor with the vision to create innovative solutions to complex problems. Someone with strengths in the end-to-end process from gathering requirements to creating user stories and collaborating with UI Designers and Developers to ensure success.</p> <p dir="DEFAULT"><strong>Who you are</strong></p> <p dir="DEFAULT">You are a BA with a passion for bridging the needs of users with the functions of technology. You want to join a rapidly scaling company where you can gain exposure to new technologies and grow into a senior BA in the PropTech industry.</p> <p dir="LTR"><strong>What&rsquo;s in it for you</strong></p> <p dir="DEFAULT"><em>Influence. </em>You want to manage projects and interdependencies while customising your own career. You want to take ownership and be involved early-on with the services group and the clients, applying your expertise to articulate needs; collaborate and successfully deliver projects.</p> <p dir="DEFAULT"><em>Exposure. </em>You want to be part of a company that is forward thinking and setting the standards in an industry. As Altus builds out our cloud offering and the products that take our thousands of global users along different paths in the PropTech industry, you will gain exposure to tools, technologies and people as you work on projects that fulfill our vision.</p>
Responsibilities: <p dir="LTR"><strong>Here&rsquo;s what our new Business Analyst will do:</strong></p> <ul> <li> <p dir="LTR">Start conversations and probe for details. You can efficiently elicit and validate requirements.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="LTR">Support solution designs. You can produce functional and non-functional specification documentation incorporating text, mockups and wireframes for any and every level of audience.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="LTR">Analyse. You can gather relevant data, perform an analysis based on specifications and create reports for the product and development teams.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="LTR">Create. You can piece together logical user stories and workflows based on user information, requirements and your understanding of both the processes and the technology.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="LTR">Drive. You investigate issues thoroughly and create practical solutions that solve problems and open up new opportunities.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="LTR">Research. You are always looking for ways to improve processes and efficiency.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="LTR">Collaborate. You enjoy working with other BAs and across departments as part of a product team.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="LTR">Own it. You take pride in ensuring that the product delivers real value to our internal customers and satisfies all criteria. You want to take responsibility for internal projects with minimal supervision.</p> </li> </ul>
Requirements: <p dir="LTR"><strong>So, how do we know you are the next Business Analyst, you have:</strong></p> <ul> <li> <p dir="LTR">The right combination of education and experience. You have a technical or finance university degree. You have experience working as a BA - you know how to break needs down into user stories and how to translate and give directions to ensure we build to specifications.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="LTR">A genuine interest in new tools and technology. You learn new software quickly without documentation or hand-holding.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="LTR">A winning communication style. You have a way of speaking that engages your audience and instills confidence and credibility. You know how to leverage communication tools and methodologies.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="LTR">A high standard of thoroughness. You are guided by your attention to detail.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="LTR">A true sense of obligation and responsibility. You love what you do. This isn&rsquo;t a job, this is a career. You are invested in satisfying the needs of our clients &ndash; your clients- and you work hard to do it well, on spec, and on time.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="LTR">A solution-focused drive. You investigate issues thoroughly and create effective solutions that solve problems and open up new opportunities.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="LTR">A commitment to clarity and efficient processes. You are always looking for ways to improve processes and you always ensure your communications have been received and are clearly understood.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="LTR">A team oriented personality. Your commitment and focus influences those around you to do better.</p> </li> </ul> <p dir="DEFAULT">&nbsp;<strong>Altus Analytics is:</strong></p> <ul> <li> <p dir="LTR"><strong>Fast. </strong>We are responsive and fast, developing new solutions and features that meet the demands of our users. With the solid financial stability of our bigger parent-group, we can offer the best of both worlds - cool tech, great benefits, challenges and rewards.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="LTR"><strong>First. </strong>We continuously innovate to stay ahead of our competitors. We set the standard for the PropTech industry.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="LTR"><strong>Fun. </strong>From social Fridays to summer sailing; from holiday parties to mid-winter hackathons, we know how to take a step back and relax with co-workers.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="LTR"><strong>Future-focused. </strong>As an organisation, we are focused on growing our reach and our product offering. For anyone joining us, this means the chance to work on critical projects that will shape the success of our clients and grow your own career moving up to the next level, choosing to specialise or exploring different product teams.</p> </li> </ul> <p dir="LTR">We thank you in advance for taking the time to learn more about what makes Altus a great place to grow your career and do some of your best work. Apply now, refer a friend or stay on top of what&rsquo;s new by following us on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/voyanta" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><u>LinkedIn</u></a>.</p> <p dir="DEFAULT"><em>Come realize your potential at Altus Group!</em></p> <p>Altus Group is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment where employees feel valued and respected, and where every employee has the opportunity to realize their potential. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations, if required, and will work with you to meet your needs.</p>