Data Analyst/Business Analyst

Middle East Executive • Full-time • Bay Square - Business Bay - Dubai, Dubai, UAE • AED 8k - AED 12k / month • 1m ago

Middle East Executive has been retained to manage a confidential search project for a Business/Data Analyst for a leading chemical company based in Dubai.As a Business/Data Analyst you will be responsible for analyzing business processes, identifying improvement opportunities, supporting data-driven decision-making, and coordinating with cross-functional teams to deliver strategic and operational initiatives. The role involves collecting and analyzing data, preparing business reports, definingrequirements, and supporting project implementation.Key Responsibilities1. Business Data Analysis• Collect, analyze, and interpret data to identify trends, performance gaps, and areas of improvement.• Develop dashboards, KPIs, and business performance reports for management review.• Conduct market, competitor, and financial analysis as required.• Prepare cost–benefit analyses and business cases to support decision-making.2. Process Improvement• Map existing processes and identify inefficiencies or bottlenecks.• Recommend process improvements and assist with workflow optimization.• Support automation initiatives and digital transformation projects.• Work with cross-functional teams to implement new or improved processes.3. Requirements Gathering s Documentation• Gather and document business requirements through interviews, workshops, and stakeholder meetings.• Translate business needs into functional specifications and project briefs.• Create clear documentation: BRDs, SOPs, user stories, process maps, and workflows.• Ensure requirements are aligned with organizational objectives and project goals.4. Project Support s Coordination• Support key projects by tracking milestones, timelines, risks, and deliverables.• Coordinate between technical teams, business units, and external vendors.• Assist in UAT (User Acceptance Testing) and ensure successful deployment of solutions.• Prepare presentations, project updates, and reports for leadership.5. Stakeholder Management• Work closely with management and department heads to understand business priorities.• Communicate analysis findings, recommendations, and insights clearly.• Facilitate cross-department collaboration to resolve issues and achieve project outcomes.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related field.• MBA or professional certification (CBAP, PMI-PBA, Lean Six Sigma) is an advantage.Experience• 2–5 years of experience as a Business Analyst, Data Analyst, or similar role.• Experience with data analysis, reporting, and process improvement.• Exposure to system implementation or digital transformation projects is a plus.Technical Skills• Strong proficiency in MS Excel, Power BI/Tableau, and reporting tools.• Ability to work with SQL or basic data querying (preferred).• Strong documentation skills (BRD, SOPs, process maps, workflows).• Familiarity with project management tools (Jira, Asana, MS Project, Trello, etc.).Core Competencies• Analytical and critical-thinking ability.• Strong communication and presentation skills.• High attention to detail with strong organizational skills.• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.• Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach.Personal Attributes• Curious, adaptable, and eager to learn.• Collaborative team player.• Professional and solution-oriented.• Comfortable working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

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