Lead Business Analyst

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Job Description

The Future Begins Here 

At Takeda, we are leading digital evolution and global transformation. By building innovative solutions and future-ready capabilities, we are meeting the need of patients, our people, and the planet. 

Bangalore, the city, which is India’s epic enter of Innovation, has been selected to be home to Takeda’s Innovation Capability Centre. We invite you to join our digital transformation journey. In this role, you will have the opportunity to boost your skills and become the heart of an innovative engine that is contributing to global impact and improvement.   

At Takeda’s ICC we Unite in Diversity: Takeda is committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative workplace, where individuals are recognized for their backgrounds and the abilities they bring to our company. We are continuously improving our collaborators’ journey in Takeda, and we welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Here, you will feel welcomed, respected, and valued as an important contributor to our diverse team.

THE OPPORTUNTY

As a Lead Business Analyst, you will own end-to-end business analysis activities, ensuring clarity and alignment across all project stages. You will lead the elicitation, analysis, and documentation of requirements, translating business needs into actionable specifications and user stories. Your role includes maintaining accurate, up-to-date documentation and partnering closely with development teams, product owners, QA, and other stakeholders to validate deliverables and drive high-quality outcomes. You will act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, leveraging your expertise to identify opportunities, mitigate risks, and support successful delivery.

Responsibilities:

• Independently perform business analysis across varying complexities, delivering outputs aligned with company standards
• Gather, analyze, and document software specifications and functional/non-functional requirements through workshops, interviews, and refinement sessions
• Translate business needs into clear specifications, user stories, and acceptance criteria
• Maintain and update documentation, including software specifications, data flow diagrams, and component details for assigned applications ensuring adherence to GxP, validation, and documentation standards
• Collaborate closely with development teams, product/platform owners, QA, and other stakeholders to validate user stories, testing outcomes, and support procedures
• Partner with business stakeholders to identify challenges, opportunities, and use cases; support creation of POCs and define success criteria
• Review and ensure analytical outputs are complete, consistent, and compliant with standards
• Prepare and present analysis findings and reports to project leadership and stakeholders
• Communicate updates, risks, issues, and changes promptly throughout project delivery
• Support backlog prioritization, roadmap planning, and sprint refinement
• Coordinate UAT, defect resolution, and deployment readiness activities

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Must-have requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field, or equivalent work experience
• 10+ years of experience in Business Analysis
• 4+ years of experience in a Lean/Agile development environment
• Familiarity with Agile tools (e.g. Jira, Confluence)
• Strong end-to-end BA skills: gathering, analysing and documenting business and system requirements
• Experience creating user stories and acceptance criteria
• Data Flow & Process Diagram
• GxP Documentation Standards
• Proficient in SQL and analysing data in Excel (pivot tables, advanced formulas)
• Knowledge on FIGMA, BPMN, UML including modelling tools
• Experience working with multiple systems and documenting data flows / system interactions
• Highly organized; able to break down complex problems and set priorities
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills across all levels of the organization

Nice to have requirements

• Certification in business analysis area (CBAP, BCS, other)
• Life Science/Healthcare/pharmaceutical industry background preferred.

What Takeda Can Offer You

• Takeda is certified as a Top Employer, not only in India, but also globally. No investment we make pays greater dividends than taking good care of our people. 

• At Takeda, you take the lead on building and shaping your own career. 

• Joining the ICC in Bangalore will give you access to high-end technology, continuous training and a diverse and inclusive network of colleagues who will support your career growth. 

Benefits 

It is our priority to provide competitive compensation and a benefit package that bridges your personal life with your professional career. Amongst our benefits are: 

• Competitive Salary + Performance Annual Bonus 
• Shift timing– 3 PM to 12 AM

• Company-Provided Transport: Available at scheduled times for 2nd shift employees for a smooth commute to office and back home 

• Security Escort for Drop-Off: Female employees receive a security escort to their designated drop-off point after the shift for safety 

• Flexible work environment, including hybrid working 

• Competitive Salary + Performance Annual Bonus 

• Comprehensive Healthcare Insurance Plans for self, spouse, and children 

• Group Term Life Insurance and Group Accident Insurance programs 

• Employee Assistance Program 

• Broad Variety of learning platforms  

• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Programs 

• No Meeting Days 

• Reimbursements – Home Internet & Mobile Phone 

• Employee Referral Program 

• Leaves – Paternity Leave (4 Weeks) , Maternity Leave (up to 26 weeks), Bereavement Leave (5 days) 

About ICC in Takeda 

• Takeda is leading a digital revolution. We’re not just transforming our company; we’re improving the lives of millions of patients who rely on our medicines every day. 

• As an organization, we are committed to our cloud-driven business transformation and believe the ICCs are the catalysts of change for our global organization.

Locations

IND - Bengaluru

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time