Business Analyst

Plante Moran

. Partner with Product Managers to frame business problems, evaluate ideas, and provide business/process analysis .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeSouthfield • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $83,500 - $137,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in business analysis, requirements elicitation, and process improvement, with a strong foundation in Agile methodologies and AI-assisted analysis tools. Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage stakeholder relationships effectively.

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Business AnalysisRequirements ElicitationAgile MethodologiesProcess ImprovementStakeholder Management

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Hard Skills

Requirements ElicitationProcess AnalysisUser StoriesAcceptance CriteriaData LiteracySQLTestingBacklog RefinementPrototypingAI-Assisted Analysis

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsFacilitationDecision-MakingTime ManagementOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Discovery AgentAI ToolsService DesignSolution Architecture

Industry Keywords

SDLCConsultingProfessional ServicesBusiness RulesUser Acceptance TestingJourney MapsService BlueprintsMC OKRsValue Streams

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SDLCSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with Product Managers to frame business problems, evaluate ideas, and provide business/process analysis
Assess feasibility, sequencing, dependencies, and technical feasibility with the Solution Architect
Elicit, analyze, and document business requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria
Use the Discovery Agent and approved AI tools where practical
Analyze end-to-end processes and develop business requirements and solution options
Collaborate with Service Design and Solution Architecture on business, experience, and technical solutions
Create prototypes, including AI-generated prototypes, to confirm requirements
Review requirements, business rules, and deliverables for accuracy and completeness
Refine the backlog and inform prioritization and MVP scope
Connect work to MC OKRs and value streams
Turn journey maps and service blueprints into process improvements, business rules, and technology requirements
Design test scenarios and acceptance criteria
Coordinate stakeholders through user acceptance testing
Facilitate sprint reviews and demos
Liaise among MC stakeholders, product teams, architects, developers, and third-party vendors
Define success measures and track adoption and business outcomes after launch
Follow firm AI guardrails and acceptable-use policies
Manage work with minimal oversight in a matrixed environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, Finance/Accounting, or a related field required
5+ years of experience across the SDLC required
Consulting or professional services experience strongly preferred
Strong foundation in requirements elicitation, process analysis and modeling, and testing
Experience with Agile and product ways of working, including backlog refinement, user stories, acceptance criteria, and partnering with Product Managers and Product Owners
Familiarity with, or strong interest in, AI-assisted analysis tools
Ability to critically evaluate AI-generated output
Data literacy, including SQL and data modeling, is a plus
Strong facilitation, decision-making, time management, and organizational skills
Ability to lead through influence
Proven analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong communication skills and ability to explain ideas and solutions in business-friendly language
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship, except qualified candidates bilingual in Japanese and English or Chinese and English
Bilingual Japanese and English or Chinese and English candidates may qualify for the sponsorship exception

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Flexible Time Off
Predetermined holidays
401(k) plan
Flexible benefits plans
Business-related travel expense reimbursement
Lodging reimbursement for business-related use
Meal reimbursement for business-related use
Pension plan for eligible administrative and paraprofessional staff
Discretionary bonus plan for eligible staff
Some contingent staff positions may elect health insurance
Limited paid sick time for some contingent staff positions
Flexible working environment through the “Workplace for Your Day” model