Business Analyst - Capital Markets

Finance Professionals Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Downtown Toronto is seeking a Business Analyst - Capital Markets to support the Murex FXO system and enhance product expertise. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Capital Markets and strong analytical skills, working closely with various stakeholders in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years as a Business Analyst/BA.
• 3+ years recent Capital Markets experience.
• Experience conducting BAU support for capital market users.

Responsibilities

• Respond to user queries and debug issues on Murex FXO system.
• Gather requirements and develop test plans.
• Communicate with stakeholders to coordinate ongoing work.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Quick learner

Self-motivated

Results-oriented

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

MUREX

MS-SQL

Unix/Linux Bash scripting

Job description

Job Description

Location: Hybrid (Downtown, Toronto)

Duration: 6 months (Possibility for an extension)

Our client, a leading financial institution in Downtown Toronto, is looking for a Business Analyst - Capital Markets to work with cutting-edge technology and expand their product expertise. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with one of the Top 5 Banks in Canada.

Typical Day in Role:

1. Respond to user queries, triage requests, and debug reported issues to support day-to-day functionality of the Murex FXO system from front to back.
2. Gather requirements, develop test plans, and support delivery for prioritized enhancements.
3. Communicate with multiple stakeholders, including front-facing users, downstream teams, and vendor contacts, to coordinate ongoing work.
4. Support ongoing maintenance of JIRA and ServiceNow spaces, ensuring BAU documentation remains up to date.

Must-Have Skills:

1. 10+ years as a Business Analyst/BA or Analyst.
2. 3+ years recent Capital Markets experience, including front-to-back-office workflow (Trading, Risks, Back Office, Regulation, Front Office).
3. 3+ years’ experience conducting BAU support for capital market users, working with users, triaging issues, and coordinating resolution with multiple teams, along with requirement gathering.

Nice-To-Have Skills:

1. MUREX (preferred) or Wallstreet experience.
2. Databases: MS-SQL.
3. Experience with FX.
4. Unix/Linux Bash scripting experience is an asset.
5. Experience designing, developing, and implementing ETL tools.

Soft Skills Required:

1. Good analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with team members and users.
2. Quick learner, self-motivated, results-oriented, and able to work independently.
3. Strong aptitude for working with multiple teams in a fast-paced environment.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as finance, commerce, mathematics, physics, engineering, computer science, or related fields.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We welcome applicants of all abilities and backgrounds, and provide an accessible candidate experience. We advocate for diversity regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, or age.