Retail Banking System Analyst

Turning Point HR Solutions; Bahrain; On-site; BHD 17,500 - 22,500; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking talented individuals to join their dynamic team in Bahrain. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with a global finance organization, where you will be responsible for analyzing business requirements and collaborating with IT teams to develop innovative solutions. Ideal candidates will possess a strong background in financial systems, including core banking and retail banking products. If you are a GCC or KSA national looking to advance your career in finance, this is the perfect opportunity to showcase your skills in a supportive and growth-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years experience in financial systems and retail banking products.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze business requirements and map them to IT activities.
• Coordinate with IT Project Manager on multiple project phases.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Java

.NET

Retail Banking Knowledge

Technical Expertise

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

HTML

Job description

FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY TO JOIN A GLOBAL FINANCE ORGANIZATION. GCC AND KSA NATIONALS ONLY.

Main Scope of Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Collect and analyze business requirements in detail including BRD, SRS, processes, etc., and map them to current and future IT activities.
2. Coordinate with IT Project manager regarding business requirements and engage in multiple project phases as required such as SIT, UAT, training, etc.
3. Work closely with the client; analysts examine existing business models and flows of data, discuss their findings with the client, and design an appropriate improved IT solution.
4. Provide technical expertise and recommendations in assessing new IT software projects and initiatives to support and enhance the solutions.
5. Assist in troubleshooting software application issues.
6. Troubleshoot technical issues and identify modifications needed in existing applications to meet changing user requirements.
7. Translate requirements of the client into workable models.
8. Determine potential solutions and test them for both technical and business compatibility.
9. Present the client with solutions generated and familiarize them with the new models.
10. Work with software developers and other end users to ensure technical compatibility and user satisfaction.
11. Help identify issues and risks and communicate them to IT PMs.
12. Assist in the quality assurance process.
13. Work and liaise effectively with system vendors, IT staff, and others to ensure achievement of required goals while maintaining a professional image and observing good work ethics.
14. Ability to work on multiple projects and manage priorities.
15. Maintain current and highest level of technical skill in the field of expertise.
16. Liaise with other IT Team members to resolve issues and arrive at appropriate solutions.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or any related field from an accredited institution.
2. 5 to 7 years of experience in a similar capacity with Financial Systems, application/domain knowledge on the latest banking solutions (e.g., Core banking, Channels (Internet Banking, Mobile Banking, SMS, etc.), CRM, ATM/CDM, etc.).
3. 5 to 7 years of experience in collecting and analyzing retail banking products including liability and assets products.
4. Knowledge of the theory, principles, and practices of system specification standards and applications programming.
5. Knowledge of data processing, hardware platforms, and enterprise software applications.
6. Background in modern programming languages such as Java and/or .NET.
7. Advanced skills in productivity tools such as Excel, Word, Outlook, and HTML.
8. Experience in graphical user interface and usability design.
9. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
10. Experience with systems testing, user training, documentation, and user support.
11. Understand downstream process impacts of issues, changes, and resolutions across multiple business areas.
12. Evaluate information gathered from multiple sources, reconcile conflicts, decompose high-level information into details, and distinguish user requests from the underlying true needs.
13. Excellent communication skills.

About The Company

Turning Point HR Solutions was established in 2005 and provides HR Software, consultancy, and recruitment solutions in Europe and the Middle East. Fundamental to our service offering is the range of software solutions that we have developed to assist with most functions that the HR professional must manage. Our recruitment services are specifically designed to assist companies in the Middle East where we have a diverse client base. We are currently representing a global financial organization based in Bahrain and are recruiting for over 40 roles. If you are a GCC or KSA national and looking to pursue a career in finance, or have skills that would be suitable for any of our vacancies, we would love to hear from you.