Principal Business Analyst

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Principal Business Analyst

The Future Begins Here
At Takeda, we are creating a future-ready organization that uses data and digital to meet the needs of patients, our people, and the planet. We need your help to make this happen. Join our new Innovation Capability Center (ICC) in Bratislava, Slovakia.
In this role at our state-of-the-art center, you will have the opportunity to grow your skills and create solutions that will benefit patients around the world. Become the heart of our internal innovation engine.

At Takeda we unite in diversity
Takeda is committed to creating an inclusive workplace, where individuals are recognized for the diverse backgrounds and abilities they bring to our company. We are continually improving workplace experience and accessibility for everyone, and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Here, you will feel welcomed, respected, and valued as an important contributor to our Team.

The Opportunity
As a Principal Business Analyst, you will play a pivotal role as a subject matter expert, driving the business analysis process for complex, cross-functional initiatives. Your responsibilities include gathering, analyzing, and documenting requirements, translating business needs into actionable specifications, and bridging the gap between stakeholders and technical teams.

Responsibilities:
• Lead and manage the overall business analysis strategy and process for assigned areas.
• Gather, analyze, and document business requirements through workshops, discussions, and other methods.
• Decompose high-level needs into detailed specifications, user stories, and deliverables.
• Serve as the point of escalation for challenges, ensuring timely resolution across teams.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders, including product owners, QA, and development teams, to align on objectives.
• Provide mentorship to less experienced analysts, ensuring consistent skill development within the team.
• Maintain and manage updates to analysis documentation and outputs.
• Actively participate in defining and improving analysis standards, methodologies, and tools.
• Communicate project updates, changes, and issues effectively to stakeholders and leadership.
• Ensure all analytical outputs are clear, complete, and aligned with organizational standards and goals.

Zamestnanecké výhody, benefity:
Here are a few benefits our employees are enjoying at Takeda. To get a full picture of what we are offering, follow this link.
• Cafeteria
• Medical - High standard medical care
• Bridge days
• Summer Hours
• Multisport Card

Požiadavky na zamestnanca:
Essential Skills and Requirements:
• Advanced Analytical Skills: Ability to interpret complex business needs and decompose them into actionable outputs.
• Business Process Modelling Expertise: Proficiency in BPMN, UML, and related tools.
• Agile Knowledge: Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and experience in Agile development environments including SAFE.
• Leadership and Mentorship: Capability to guide and mentor less experienced analysts and influence stakeholders.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with diverse audiences.
• Requirements Gathering and Documentation: Expertise in eliciting, defining, and presenting business requirements, especially for data-heavy systems.
• Data-Driven Decision Support: Ability to work with data teams to shape strategies that rely on analytics and reporting.
• Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking: Skill in identifying roadblocks and driving solutions effectively, especially in projects involving large-scale data systems.
• Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with data pipelines, data platforms, SQL.

Preferred Skills and Requirements:
• Certification Advantage: Recognized certifications (e.g., CBAP, BCS, or data-specific credentials) that validate advanced business analysis and data expertise.
• Data Analysis Expertise: Proficiency in analyzing, interpreting, and synthesizing large datasets to support data-driven decision-making.