IT Business Analyst

IT Business Analyst Job Summary : Talent Software Services is in search of an IT Business Analyst for a contract position in Chicago, IL. The opportunity will be six months with a strong chance for a long-term extension. Position Summary : We are seeking a highly skilled professional with hands-on experience in end-to-end development of data modelling and expertise in leveraging Power Query and DAX. This role requires more than just experience working alongside a data modelling team; the ideal candidate will have direct, hands-on involvement in data modelling processes. Join our dynamic team in Chicago, a vibrant city known for its rich history, diverse culture, and thriving business environment. Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid working model, offering flexibility and the chance to collaborate in person with our talented team. Primary Responsibilities / Accountabilities : Understand business requirements from various stakeholders and plan a solution to address data requirements. Candidate should have hands-on experience with end-to-end development of data modelling, and leveraging Power Query and DAX. Simply working on a team adjacent to data modelling, or managing a data modeling team is not sufficient. Collect, refine, and prepare data for analytics and visualization. Develop, design, and maintain Power BI dashboards, SQL Queries, and analytics. Define new KPIs and analyze them to form actionable recommendations. Present to business leaders in both ad-hoc forums and routine business reviews to drive strategic decision-making. Identify new data functionalities or enhancements needed to support better decision-making and business growth. Solve any data or performance issues related to workbooks and data sources. Qualifications : Hands-on experience with end-to-end development of data modeling, and leveraging Power Query and DAX. Degree in a quantitative field with 5 years of relevant experience. Strong proficiency in SQL, Excel, and building dashboards using BI Tools such as Power BI. Ability to read an ETL pipeline and collaborate with Data and Software Engineers. Capability to design new metrics and collaborate with Data Scientists. Experience in leading projects independently and collaborating with Operations and Finance. Proven ability to successfully influence without authority. Strong verbal and written communication skills; adept at working with individual contributors and senior leaders. If this job is a match for your background, we would be honoured to receive your application! Providing consulting opportunities to TALENTed people since 1987, we offer a host of opportunities, including contract, contract to hire, and permanent placement. Let's talk!