ZipStaff Inc.

Lead Business Analyst

Phoenix, ArizonaContract
$33 - $35 hourly
About the Job
Job Title: Lead Business Analyst
Location: Phoenix, AZ (On-site)
Employment Type: Contract (W2 through ZipStaff — No C2C or 1099)

About the Opportunity:
ZipStaff is seeking an experienced Lead Business Analyst to drive project success for a state government organization in Phoenix, AZ.
In this role, you will coordinate analyst teams, translate complex user requirements into actionable business solutions, and serve as a key liaison between process owners, customers, and stakeholders. This is a hands-on leadership position requiring strong analytical skills, stakeholder management, and the ability to operate effectively within established organizational methodologies.

Local to Phoenix, AZ only. No remote or out-of-state candidates.

What You’ll Do:
  • Serve as a lead Business Analyst responsible for driving project success and coordinating the work of multiple Business Analysts on large, complex projects.
  • Prepare and deliver informative, well-organized presentations and project status reviews to process owners, customers, and key stakeholders.
  • Facilitate conflict resolution, maintain confidentiality, and manage project dynamics with strong emotional intelligence.
  • Gather, clarify, and disseminate critical information within established organizational guidelines and methodology parameters.
  • Evaluate information from multiple sources, consolidate details, and extract core functional requirements using advanced analytical skills.
  • Translate user requirements into business, functional, and test scenarios for projects of varying size and complexity.
  • Author and maintain comprehensive technical and project documentation.
  • Synthesize stakeholder feedback and dynamically adjust project plans as needed.
  • Build and maintain strong internal and external professional relationships across organizational boundaries.

Required Qualifications:
  • 7+ years of Business Analysis experience, including demonstrated lead or coordinating experience on complex projects.
  • Proven ability to coordinate and oversee the work of multiple Business Analysts.
  • Strong experience translating complex user requirements into business, functional, and test scenarios.
  • Excellent presentation, written, and oral communication skills with a strong customer service focus.
  • Demonstrated ability to facilitate conflict resolution and manage stakeholder dynamics.
  • Experience authoring and maintaining comprehensive technical and project documentation.
  • Ability to balance, prioritize, and organize multiple competing tasks simultaneously.
  • Proven track record of collaborative work within cross-functional teams.
  • Must be local to Phoenix, AZ and able to work on-site
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Prior experience supporting state government or public sector projects.
  • Familiarity with structured organizational methodologies and documentation standards.
  • Experience leading requirements workshops or status reviews with senior stakeholders.

About ZipStaff:
ZipStaff partners with leading organizations to connect skilled technology and business professionals with high-impact contract opportunities. We focus on quality matches and long-term success. To apply, please submit your resume highlighting your lead Business Analysis experience and Phoenix local availability. Local candidates only.