Senior Business Analyst

WHO WE ARE:

Mariner innovates always and everywhere, turning novel ideas into practical solutions. From products and services to venture creation, we build better futures powered by people. We partner with people embracing change, leveraging data, cybersecurity, cloud, and change management to drive successful business outcomes that matter to our customers.

Mariners build for change. Like SHIFT Energy, our energy management and decarbonization company. Or East Valley, created to scale social economic impact in our communities through investment and mentorship of emerging change-makers and their companies.

Mariner’s purpose has always been to be a great, everlasting technology company and the core values that guide us every day are:

OUR VALUES

• We care for our team.
• We care about the impact we have on our community.
• We serve by solving complex problems.
• We grow because growth fuels opportunities.
• We innovate always and everywhere.
• We build a business that lasts.

OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Business Analyst to support enterprise technology and business transformation initiatives for a client in Halifax, NS.

The successful candidate will work closely with business stakeholders and technical teams to assess current-state processes, identify opportunities for improvement, and translate business needs into clear, actionable requirements.

This opportunity is open to both full-time salaried employees and independent contractors.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING IN THE ROLE:

• Collaborating with business and technical stakeholders to gather, analyze, document, and validate business and functional requirements
• Conducting current-state assessments, gap analyses, and process reviews to identify opportunities for improvement and support future-state process design
• Facilitating workshops with diverse stakeholder groups to establish requirements, align priorities, and drive consensus
• Developing user stories, use cases, workflows, process maps, and requirements documentation to support project delivery
• Supporting enterprise applications and initiatives involving business continuity, IT governance, risk management, and Identity and Access Management (IAM)
• Collaborating with Agile delivery teams to support requirements clarification, backlog refinement, and solution validation
• Analyzing application and data warehouse information to bridge communication between business users and technical teams
• Identifying process improvement opportunities to streamline workflows and improve operational efficiency
• Supporting quality assurance, system configuration, troubleshooting, user training, and change adoption activities

WHAT SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS YOU’LL NEED TO DO THE JOB:

• 5+ years of business analysis experience, including requirements gathering, gap analysis, process improvement, and documentation
• Experience in the utilities sector, working with enterprise systems such as ERP, HRIS, and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)
• Experience supporting IT governance, business continuity, risk management, and Identity and Access Management (IAM) initiatives
• Experience working in Agile environments, with strong workshop facilitation and stakeholder management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Visio, Excel, and process modelling tools, with knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or similar improvement methodologies
• Strong analytical and communication skills, with experience translating business needs into technical requirements and supporting testing, training, and change adoption
• A relevant degree or equivalent experience; CBAP or PMI-PBA certification preferred, with Agile, Prosci, or ITIL certifications considered assets

  …AND YOU ARE...  

• Always improving your skills and knowledge: you want to be the best at what you do  
• Curious and creative; comfortable taking on new problems and challenges  
• A self-starter with the ability to recommend priorities to the project leader   
• Comfortable working through problems and figuring things out with minimal supervision  
• Great problem-solving skills: thorough and reliable  
• Able to work in a team: share knowledge and assist other team members  
• A good communicator: able to explain your ideas and recommendations  
• Well organized and dependable under pressure: you manage your time effectively  
• Energized by our company values!    

MARINER OFFERS YOU:

• A values-driven workplace where people really matter 
• Competitive salary, retirement savings program, and rewards program  
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance plans and access to e-health care  
• Paid vacation, maternity/parental leave, paid sick leave and paid Mariner MyLife days  
• Unlimited training   

WHY MARINER?

We believe in making a positive impact in the communities where we live and work! Not only are we passionate about nurturing a thriving technology sector here in Atlantic Canada, but we are also committed to solving technology challenges that will make an impact worldwide. Technology is everlasting, and we take pride in connecting world class talent to world class projects and business solutions.

If you are an IT Professional, Software Professional, or Management Consultant, that is passionate about career development, data, and problem solving, we want to hear from you! If this sounds like someone you know, share this with them so they do not miss the opportunity to experience Mariner!

To achieve this, we know we need to be all in on training and development of our team so we can continue to move the needle in the technology sector together. Of course, we offer competitive compensation and benefits packages to our team, but our competitive edge is the development and training that our team experiences every day.

Be part of our vibrant community that values diversity and embraces inclusion at every level. We are committed to fostering a culture where individuals from all backgrounds and walks of life feel empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. Our collaborative environment celebrates the richness of ideas and experiences, and we believe that by embracing diversity, we can achieve greater innovation and excellence together. Come and help us create a workplace that reflects the beautiful tapestry of our global community.

Join our growing team!