How to hire a business process analyst

How to hire a business process analyst, step by step

Here's a step-by-step business process analyst hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a business process analyst job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new business process analyst
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the business process analyst you need to hire. Certain business process analyst roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   A business process analyst's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, business process analysts from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   Here's a comparison of business process analyst salaries for various roles:

   Type of Business Process Analyst	Description	Hourly rate
   Business Process Analyst	Management analysts, often called management consultants, propose ways to improve the efficiency of an organization. They advise managers on how to make organizations more profitable through reduced costs and increased revenues.	$27-50
   Staff Analyst	Staff Analysts are employees who oversee the activities related to the employees. They monitor the performance of the employees and assess whether particular employees suit the role they have... Show more	$34-65
   Data Analyst	Data analysts are responsible for interpreting the company's statistics and providing sound recommendations to the organization. They manage the organization's data sets, usually related to market performance, finance, or human resources... Show more	$25-49

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Process Improvement
   • Project Management
   • Subject Matter Experts
   • Customer Service
   • Continuous Improvement
   • Lean Six Sigma
   • Sigma
   • Visio
   • Business Analysis
   • Data Analysis
   • SharePoint
   • Strong Analytical
   • Process Analysis
   • HR

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   Responsibilities:

   • Apply control concepts to develop and manage KPIs and establish internal processes.
   • Program manage the roll-out of new and efficient solution that house all SOX documentation.
   • Upgrade programs from FoxPro to SQL server to automate and streamline the assumption update process with SQL procedures and DTS packages.
   • Manage technical design and architecture sessions to ensure functionality deliverables meet business requirements.
   • Manage the Salesforce preparation for migration from GreatPlains to PeopleSoft and successfully execute said migration.
   • Collaborate with project manager in tracking and managing project development process following RUP base SDLC methodologies.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in the business process analyst job description is a good way to get more applicants. A business process analyst salary can be affected by several factors, such as the location of the job, the level of experience, education, certifications, and the employer's prestige.

   For example, the average salary for a business process analyst in North Dakota may be lower than in Rhode Island, and an entry-level engineer typically earns less than a senior-level business process analyst. Additionally, a business process analyst with lots of experience in the field may command a higher salary as a result.

   Average business process analyst salary

   $78,215yearly

   $37.60 hourly rate

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   Entry-level business process analyst salary

   $57,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 31, 2025

   Average business process analyst salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	District of Columbia	$99,296	$48
   2	California	$95,926	$46
   3	New Jersey	$87,231	$42
   4	Massachusetts	$87,221	$42
   5	Pennsylvania	$86,257	$41
   6	Washington	$84,015	$40
   7	Connecticut	$83,529	$40
   8	Maryland	$83,329	$40
   9	New York	$81,615	$39
   10	Illinois	$79,885	$38
   11	Texas	$79,654	$38
   12	Virginia	$79,033	$38
   13	North Carolina	$75,376	$36
   14	Georgia	$74,665	$36
   15	Colorado	$72,290	$35
   16	Arizona	$71,240	$34
   17	Wisconsin	$70,407	$34
   18	Minnesota	$70,308	$34
   19	Missouri	$69,703	$34
   20	Nevada	$68,901	$33

   Average business process analyst salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Google	$131,725	$63.33	57
   2	Intuitive Surgical	$124,508	$59.86	6
   3	Microsoft	$122,264	$58.78	10
   4	eBay	$121,176	$58.26	4
   5	PayPal	$120,925	$58.14	16
   6	Applied Materials	$119,310	$57.36	66
   7	Atlassian	$118,666	$57.05
   8	BNY Mellon	$118,085	$56.77	14
   9	PVH	$117,627	$56.55	2
   10	Ecolab	$116,001	$55.77	11
   11	NetApp	$115,863	$55.70	13
   12	Bayer	$115,800	$55.67	7
   13	ServiceNow	$115,739	$55.64	21
   14	Cloudera	$114,774	$55.18
   15	Novartis	$114,610	$55.10	5
   16	Stryker	$114,062	$54.84	16
   17	Bristol-Myers Squibb	$113,823	$54.72	30
   18	Kronos Incorporated	$113,347	$54.49
   19	Zscaler	$112,746	$54.20	5
   20	Adobe	$112,284	$53.98	24

4. Writing a business process analyst job description

   A good business process analyst job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a business process analyst job description:

   Business process analyst job description example

   This candidate will be a part of the business control function for the Online Investing business. The individual will need to have or develop a deep understanding of JPM control processes, trading for all investment products, operational controls, financial management, vendor management, and regulatory matters. The candidate will coordinate with multiple key partners and key stakeholders to develop, monitor, and ensure pristine controls and operational efficiency for the Online Investing business.
   Responsibilities:
   Develop and analyze trading controls for self-directed trading business Coordinate and project manage with Controls partners for all Action Plans, Job Aides, and Procedures Liaise with Legal, Risk, Compliance, and Supervisory Management for all items impacting Online Investing Project manage Audit and Regulatory exams, issues, and findings Manage vendor relationships, licenses, expenses, approvals, and operational performance Partner with Finance & Analytics to understand drivers of P&L and operational expenses Partner with product and business development for new product approvals and operational support Develop and drive senior presentations and business reviews
   
   Qualifications:
   3+ years of experience in financial services, with experience in wealth management, online brokerage and robo-advisor industry Strong operational and/or controls background Experience in or partnering deeply with legal, risk, compliance, supervisory, audit, and regulatory matters Excellent attention to detail with strong communication skills (written and verbal) Strong project management skills and interpersonal skills Excellent quantitative and analytical problem-solving skills Series 7 Licensing not required but desirable Bachelor's Degree or higher
   
   Chase is a leading financial services firm, helping nearly half of America's households and small businesses achieve their financial goals through a broad range of financial products. Our mission is to create engaged, lifelong relationships and put our customers at the heart of everything we do. We also help small businesses, nonprofits and cities grow, delivering solutions to solve all their financial needs.
   
   We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.
   
   The health and safety of our colleagues, candidates, clients and communities has been a top priority in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. JPMorgan Chase was awarded the "WELL Health-Safety Rating" for all of our 6,200 locations globally based on our operational policies, maintenance protocols, stakeholder engagement and emergency plans to address a post-COVID-19 environment.
   
   As a part of our commitment to health and safety, we have implemented various COVID-related health and safety requirements for our workforce. Employees are expected to follow the Firm's current COVID-19 or other infectious disease health and safety requirements, including local requirements. Requirements include sharing information including your vaccine card in the firm's vaccine record tool, and may include mask wearing. Requirements may change in the future with the evolving public health landscape. JPMorgan Chase will consider accommodation requests as required by applicable law.
   
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5. Post your job

   To find the right business process analyst for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with business process analysts they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit business process analysts who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your business process analyst job on Zippia to find and recruit business process analyst candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit business process analysts, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new business process analyst

   Once you've decided on a perfect business process analyst candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new business process analyst. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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