Kalytech Consulting - Business Analyst – Publications, Approvals & Patent Applications

Duration of the assignment, 6 months with extension to 1 year if applicable

Work regime: full time

The assignment

Collaborate with stakeholders to gather, analyse, and document business requirements related to publication processes, approval workflows, and patent application systems

Strong understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban), including user story writing, backlog management, acceptance criteria definition, and DoD/DOR practices

Translate business needs into clear functional specifications, user stories, and acceptance criteria. Brief and translate to key development partners for build

Facilitate workshops, meetings, and stakeholder discussions to align on requirements and priorities

Work closely with technical teams to ensure accurate implementation of solutions

Support project management activities including planning, tracking progress, and managing risks and dependencies

Design and execute test plans, coordinate UAT (User Acceptance Testing), and ensure solutions meet business requirements

Analyze and manage data related to publications and patent applications, ensuring data integrity and usability

Identify process improvement opportunities and recommend scalable solutions

Maintain documentation including process flows, system diagrams, and requirement specifications

Required knowledge and skills

Proven experience as a Business Analyst, preferably in environments involving publications, approvals, or intellectual property/patent processes

Strong understanding of business analysis methodologies and tools (e.g., user stories, process mapping, requirement documentation)

Solid technical acumen with the ability to communicate effectively with development teams

Experience with project management principles and tools (Agile/Scrum experience is a plus)

Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences

Preferred qualifications:

Experience with workflow automation tools or document management systems

Knowledge of data visualization or reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)

Certification in Business Analysis (e.g., CBAP) or Agile methodologies

Key competencies:

Analytical thinking and problem-solving

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Organizational and project management abilities

Adaptability and continuous improvement mindset

Attention to detail and quality focus

Location: An onsite presence of 3 days a week is required. It's not possible to work 100% remote.