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Technical Business Analyst (Prescient Fund Services)

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Head of Projects

Location

Westlake, Tokai

Business Unit

Prescient Fund Services
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You'll be responsible for gathering an understanding of business needs of members within specific projects and in relation to Prescient Fund Services (PFS) and ensure together with the project manager, the developers and IT partners that the requirements are accurately translated into systems developments within PFS. The BA will work across a range of projects complex and simple.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Streamlining and re-engineering processes
  • Guiding users in gathering systems requirements and designing/implementing new solutions
  • Working with end users to capture and document business requirements that will translate into functional specs
  • Providing analytic support by coordinating data extraction from various databases and data interpretation
  • Performing feasibility analysis, scoping projects, and working with project manager to prioritize deliverables
  • Designing, building, and implementing processes for data integrations to and from systems/databases, both within internal system stacks and external vendors
  • Conduct data analysis to understand and inform integrations
  • Understand the complexities and interdependencies of the various systems
  • Working with end users to perform unit, system, and regression testing
  • Developing documents to detail the logic and testing processes
  • Be able to troubleshoot and provide production support to business users

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

  • Relevant work experience – 2-4 years’ experience in Business/Systems Analysis gained within Financial Services with a strong understanding of Investment Management/Fund Services/Investment operations
  • The position requires an intermediate knowledge in SQL, MS SQL, and Oracle
  • Strong Excel skills

The following is advantageous:

  • Conceptual understanding of APIs and integration of APIs
  • Basic level of programming skills
  • Experience with the use of ETL tools and processes
  • Exposure to cloud technology (Azure / AWS)

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s Degree, Commerce/IT/Computer Science/Engineering

KEY COMPETENCIES

  • Self-starter who is willing to take on responsibilities for wide range of tasks
  • Highly methodical logical minded
  • Ability to work under limited supervision
  • Team player
  • Positive and enthusiastic attitude
  • Able to work under pressure at times
  • Excellent analytical and research skills and strong problem-solving skill set
  • Strong written and verbal communication including technical writing skills
  • Honesty and integrity

WHY THIS ROLE?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly talented team of Project specialists who possess excellent knowledge of the market. You can learn from the best, be exposed to interesting and challenging projects and take your career to new heights.

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