Lead Information Technology Business Analyst

Lead Information Technology Business Analyst

We are a dynamic and fast growing IT company specializing in cutting edge technology solutions for businesses of all sizes. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a highly skilled, detail oriented, and motivated Lead Information Technology Business Analyst to join our team.

About the Company

Our company is a leading AI and IT solutions provider based in the UAE.

Role Summary

As a Lead Information Technology Business Analyst, you will bridge the gap between business needs and technology solutions, working closely with internal teams, stakeholders, and clients to translate complex business requirements into actionable IT strategies, ensuring successful design, implementation, and optimisation of technology solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross functional teams to define, validate, and refine product roadmaps aligned with strategic objectives.
• Translate business goals into clear, actionable requirements, functional specifications, and user stories.
• Conduct market and competitor analysis to incorporate modern digital trends, automation, and AI driven capabilities.
• Identify business and process gaps and recommend technology enabled improvements using analytics and AI tools.
• Work closely with government and enterprise stakeholders to capture priorities, pain points, KPIs, and regulatory constraints.
• Develop wireframes, process models, and business cases using tools such as BPMN, UML, Figma, and Miro.
• Lead or actively participate in Agile ceremonies, including backlog grooming, sprint planning, and retrospectives.
• Operate effectively in a fast paced, product oriented, transformation driven environment.

Skills & Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in business analysis, product management, or digital transformation initiatives.
• Proven leadership in delivering large scale digital transformation programs, preferably in government environments.
• Strong understanding of AI/ML integration within enterprise and government digital platforms.
• Strong experience in leading teams, managing senior stakeholders, and driving cross functional alignment.
• Excellent communication, strategic planning, and road map ownership skills.

Mandatory Requirements

• Native Arabic speaker with full professional fluency in English (written and verbal).
• Previous experience working on government projects.
• Proven involvement in digital transformation initiatives within government entities (e.g., eGovernment, smart services, national platforms).

Educational Degree Requirements

• Bachelor's in Information Technology, Computer Science, or Business Administration.
• Master's Degree in Business Administration (MBA) or Information Systems.
• Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) or Certification of Competency in Business Analysis (CCBA).
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or Agile Certified Practitioner.
• Professional certifications such as PMI-PBA and Agile BA.
• TOGAF for enterprise architecture (especially in larger organisations).
• For AI focused companies, familiarity with Data Science or Machine Learning certifications is a plus.

Bonus Skills

• Solid knowledge of Agile/Scrum and SAFe frameworks.
• Familiarity with tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Notion AI, ChatGPT, Zapier,
• Understanding of AI use cases in process automation, customer experience, decision support, and analytics.

Application Process

Interested applicants are invited to apply via LinkedIn and send their updated CV to . Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Seniority Level: Mid Senior level

Employment Type: Full time

Job Function: Analyst and Information Technology

Industries: IT System Data Services