Operations Analyst

Guardian Capital Advisors; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Operations Analyst to enhance operational projects and improve systems processes. This role requires a meticulous planner with strong communication skills, adept at transforming plans into actionable steps. The ideal candidate will utilize project and Lean Six Sigma methodologies to analyze requirements and drive continuous improvement. If you're passionate about developing innovative solutions in a dynamic environment, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in the financial services sector.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in financial services, preferably in private wealth.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing operational projects and addressing Day 2 items.
• Drive awareness and review requirements across relevant teams.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma (green belt)

Project coordination

Python applications build and maintenance

SSRS reports building

Advanced abilities in Microsoft products

Education

University degree or equivalent

Job description

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Guardian Capital is looking for an Operations Analyst. Under the guidance of the business team and utilizing strong requirements-gathering skills, the candidate will assist in implementing operational projects and addressing Day 2 items.

The ideal candidate will be a meticulous planner and expert communicator who can turn plans into actionable steps using established methodologies. Additionally, this individual should be dedicated to discovering and developing innovative solutions in a constantly evolving environment that prioritizes continuous improvement.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Use project and Lean Six Sigma methodologies to work with the business to help describe and analyze requirements for defined and not well-defined issues;
• Determine and develop user requirements to ensure business needs and requirements are fully documented for all relevant teams;
• Drive awareness and review requirements across relevant teams;
• Work with the business as a champion of continuous improvement to improve systems processes and develop training material;
• Work with the business to help improve and recommend ongoing controls for substandard systems processes;
• Work with the business to help create and implement Day 2 plans and operational projects, with attention to transparent communication at all levels;
• Become a subject matter expert of Private Wealth’s complex systems to help drive continuous improvements after Day 2 plans and operational projects are complete;
• Assist in establishing a regiment of continuous improvement to reduce costs and create efficiencies;
• Author and update relevant internal and external documentation; and
• Perform additional tasks and duties as required.

TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Project coordinator and/or Lean Six Sigma (green belt) experience
• Python applications build and maintenance (replace Access databases)
• SSRS reports building
• Advanced abilities in Microsoft products

QUALIFICATIONS:

• University degree or equivalent
• Two to five years of work experience in the financial services (preferable private wealth)
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Ability to meet strict deadlines and manage complex tasks
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment

COMPENSATION:

• Commensurate with experience

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Analyst

• Industries

  Investment Management and Financial Services

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