This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Business Analyst/Product Manager based in South Africa.
As a Business Analyst/Product Manager, you will play a key role in shaping digital products by connecting customer needs, business goals, and technical solutions. You will collaborate with development teams, product stakeholders, and cross-functional partners to define priorities, improve user experiences, and deliver impactful product initiatives. This role combines analytical thinking, product strategy, and technical understanding to help build scalable digital platforms used by millions of users. You will contribute to product roadmaps, guide development decisions, and transform ideas into practical solutions. Working in a fast-paced and collaborative technology environment, you will have the opportunity to influence product direction while continuously developing your skills. This position is ideal for a proactive professional passionate about user-centric design, innovation, and digital transformation.
Accountabilities
- Collaborate with development teams, product leaders, and business stakeholders to define, prioritize, and deliver product initiatives.
- Analyze business needs, user requirements, and technical constraints to propose effective solutions and support decision-making.
- Take ownership of assigned product stories, facilitate stakeholder alignment, and drive initiatives from concept through delivery.
- Support the creation and execution of product plans, roadmaps, schedules, and strategic technical projects.
- Build strong relationships across multidisciplinary teams to improve communication and ensure successful product development.
- Develop business cases and contribute to strategic decisions related to product improvements and technology investments.
- Support UX improvements and continuous optimization initiatives by analyzing user needs and market trends.
- Create and maintain technical documentation, design specifications, and product-related materials.
- Work closely with developers to discuss technical solutions, identify opportunities, and contribute innovative ideas.
- Stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, accessibility standards, and digital best practices to help maintain a competitive product experience.
- Continuously develop technical and product knowledge through learning and awareness of market developments.
Requirements
- 4+ years of experience working with web products, UX, e-commerce platforms, or similar digital environments.
- Proven experience in business analysis, systems analysis, product management, or a related role.
- Strong ability to analyze data sources and use insights to support product decisions.
- Experience working with consumer-facing products or platforms.
- Understanding of iterative software delivery methodologies such as Agile and Scrum.
- Familiarity with web technologies including HTML, XHTML, CSS, and modern digital development practices.
- Knowledge of database technologies and ability to collaborate effectively with technical teams.
- Strong understanding of UX principles, usability, accessibility, and user-centered design.
- Experience with tools such as Figma, Sketch, Loom, Jira, Trello, Google Workspace, or Draw.io is advantageous.
- Self-motivated and proactive mindset with strong ownership and accountability.
- Ability to understand user perspectives and translate needs into practical solutions.
- Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to consistently deliver against deadlines.
- Collaborative team player with a positive and solution-oriented approach.
Benefits
- Fully remote working opportunity based in South Africa.
- Opportunity to contribute to digital products used by a large and diverse user base.
- Dynamic technology environment with opportunities to work on impactful projects.
- Continuous learning opportunities and exposure to modern technologies and product practices.
- Collaborative culture focused on innovation, teamwork, and customer impact.
- Opportunity to work with talented professionals across multiple disciplines and markets.
- Career development opportunities within a growing technology organization.
How Jobgether works:
We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.
We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!
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