SSUSA Job #789: IT Business Analyst
Job Description
IT BUSINESS ANALYST
Our financial trading client is seeking an IT Business Analyst within the company's Technology group. He/She must be highly motivated and self-starting with trading systems/environment experience to serve as a liaison between Business users and technical resources in the implementation of a complex trading platform. He/she is responsible for creating Business Requirements Documents and Functional Specifications.
Key Accountabilities:
· Gather, analyze, and document business requirements within provided deadlines
· Provide accurate project plans, estimation of work effort, and effectively communicate status across all levels of the organization
· Carry out business analysis and assist developers with business knowledge
· Write and publish IT technical documentation (e.g., Functional Specifications, process flows, and use cases) in line with company's SDLC processes
· Form strong relationships and interface closely with all functional areas, e.g. Product Managers, Development, and QA to gather data and ensure the final work product complies with expectations
· Understand the company's business, product offerings and technology
· Review and validate test cases
Person Specification:
Skills:
· Ability to plan and manage multiple schedules and commitments
· Ability to understand and define solutions to complex business problems
· Ability to work independently and excel in a dynamic work environment with changing priorities
· Entrepreneurial, willing and ability to multi-task
· Polished and professional demeanour with excellent communication and presentation skills
· Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinkingskills
· Strong communication and interpersonal skills
· Efficient time management and organizational skills
Knowledge:
· Knowledge and understanding of Fixed Income products and trading systems
· Proficient with MS Visio, MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), and JIRA
· Knowledge of Software Development Life Cycle
Experience:
· 15+ years work experience in Fixed Income either within an investment bank or a systems vendor.
· 10+ years of experience as a Business Analyst with a strong understanding of trading systems and trade life cycle
· Bachelor’s Degree or higher, or equivalent professional experience
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Job Location
New York City
Position Type
Permanent
Salary Range
TBD