Nova Scotia · NOC 21221
Business Analyst Jobs in Nova Scotia — 2026
No business analyst postings in Nova Scotia in the last four weeks. The salary benchmark, licensing notes and NOC code below still apply — and the other provinces are one click away.
- Jobs available
- 0
- Median salary
- $95,992
- NOC code
- 21221
About business analyst work in Nova Scotia
Salary range
Postings for business systems specialists in Nova Scotia run from about $88,401 at the 25th percentile to $96,201 at the 75th, with a median of $95,992 per year (2026-05, 3 postings).
NOC code
21221 — Business systems specialists. IT-facing business analysts are 21221; analysts in management consulting without a systems component are usually 11201. This is the code you enter for Express Entry, the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP), and Job Bank.
Licensing and qualifications
No licence is required. A CBAP or PMI-PBA certification is an asset, not a requirement.
What employers ask for: A degree in business, information systems or a related field, requirements-gathering experience, and familiarity with the tools and delivery method the team uses.
LMIA and immigration
None of the current business analyst postings in Nova Scotia are flagged LMIA-eligible. Newcomers can also look at the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) and the LMIA employer list.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the average salary for a business analyst in Nova Scotia?
- The median salary for business systems specialists in Nova Scotia is $95,992 per year, with most postings between $88,401 and $96,201 (2026-05).
- Do I need a Canadian licence to work as a business analyst in Nova Scotia?
- No. No licence is required. A CBAP or PMI-PBA certification is an asset, not a requirement.
- What is the NOC code for business analyst?
- The NOC 2021 code for business analyst is 21221 (Business systems specialists). IT-facing business analysts are 21221; analysts in management consulting without a systems component are usually 11201. This is the code used for Express Entry, the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP), and Job Bank.