Analyst II – IT Business Analysis

Mayer Brown

. Serve as a liaison between business and technology stakeholders to identify objectives, processes, and pain points .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesJunior💰 $107,000 - $141,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in business analysis, including requirements gathering, documentation, and process analysis, while effectively collaborating with stakeholders to propose technology solutions. Proficient in managing deliverables and aligning project strategies with user acceptance testing and defect management.

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Business AnalysisRequirements GatheringProcess AnalysisStakeholder ManagementMS Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Requirements DocumentationBusiness Process ModelingData Flow DiagramsUse CasesUser StoriesPrototypesWorkflowsFunctional RequirementsNon-Functional RequirementsChange Request Management

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsAnalytical ThinkingClient-Service OrientationAttention to DetailOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

MS VisioMiroSharePointMS PowerPointProject Management Tools

Industry Keywords

Business AdministrationInformation SystemsUser Acceptance TestingDiverse Team EnvironmentProject Support

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a liaison between business and technology stakeholders to identify objectives, processes, and pain points
Propose effective technology solutions with technology counterparts
Elicit, analyze, and document business, functional, and non-functional requirements
Collaborate with UI and UX teams to ensure intuitive, user-friendly solutions
Drive data gathering, review, and analysis with business partners
Manage business analysis deliverables including product vision and strategy, requirements specifications, backlogs, RTMs, use cases, personas, prototypes, user stories, process models, workflows, data flow diagrams, and user guides
Meet regularly with stakeholders to validate requirements, milestones, and dependencies
Manage scope changes through a structured change request process
Proactively mitigate delays, roadblocks, and project issues
Resolve conflicts and obtain stakeholder buy-in by managing expectations
Align user acceptance strategy, testing plans, and defect management with project requirements
Conduct targeted system testing with testers
Support project surveys and end-user communications explaining technical concepts in non-technical language
Perform other duties as assigned to meet firm goals and objectives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or directly related experience in lieu of the degree
1-3 years of experience in a business analyst or project support role
Exposure to requirements gathering, documentation, or process analysis
Analytical and solutions-oriented approach to solving business issues and opportunities
Proficiency using business analysis tools and techniques, including MS Office applications, Visio, Miro Project, and SharePoint
Familiarity with developing business process models using MS Visio, Miro, MS PowerPoint, or similar
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work in a diverse team environment and support demanding firm needs
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines with shifting priorities
Self-starter with a high level of initiative
Strong willingness to learn and curiosity to expand knowledge
Strong client-service orientation, independent judgment, attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to handle multiple projects
Maintains confidentiality and exercises discretion
May require travel to other offices as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
AD&D insurance
401(k) savings plan
Back-up childcare
Back-up eldercare
Generous paid time off (PTO)
Professional development and growth opportunities
Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities and disabled veterans