CT-5689; Senior Business Analyst, Investment Risk/Operations (Investment Re-platforming Programme)

DataAnalystJobs.io; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking an experienced Business Analyst with expertise in Investment Risk and Operations for a project involving the transition to the BlackRock Aladdin platform. The role requires strong analytical skills, knowledge of derivatives, and experience in investment data analysis. Successful candidates will work closely with various stakeholders to ensure a smooth transition and integration of the Aladdin platform.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in investment data and operations/risk functions.
• Proven expertise with BlackRock Aladdin platform.
• Strong knowledge of derivatives and portfolio management.

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise in investment risk modelling and quantitative analytics.
• Analyze and reconcile large and complex data sets.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to document business requirements.

Skills

Investment data analysis

Risk modelling

Quantitative analytics

Data reconciliation

Advanced Excel

Job description

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Project Summary

B2E Consulting is seeking an experienced Business Analyst with expertise in Investment Risk and Operations to join our client's Investment re-platforming programme. This role involves transitioning to the BlackRock Aladdin platform.

The project requires a consultant who:

• Has a strong understanding of investment data and risk analysis
• Possesses deep knowledge of derivatives products and risk modelling
• Has BlackRock Aladdin experience and a good understanding of its applications

Key Areas of Work

The key services you'll provide include:

• Providing expertise in investment risk modelling, risk sensitivities, and quantitative analytics to support risk management objectives
• Analyzing and reconciling large and complex data sets
• Collaborating with stakeholders across front, middle, and back-office functions to understand and document business requirements for the investment re-platforming program
• Analyzing and mapping current investment processes and workflows, identifying areas for improvement, and ensuring a smooth transition to the BlackRock Aladdin platform
• Working closely with IT teams, external vendors, and other business analysts to ensure seamless integration of the Aladdin platform with existing systems

Mandatory Skills/Experience

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Extensive experience in investment data and operations/risk functions, with a solid understanding of front-to-back office processes
• Proven expertise with the BlackRock Aladdin platform, including its applications and functionalities
• Strong knowledge of derivatives, portfolio management, trading processes, and middle office functions
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, especially in analyzing and reconciling large or complex data sets
• Advanced Excel skills, including formulas, macros, and preferably SQL
• Deep understanding of risk modelling, sensitivities, and quantitative analytics
• Familiarity with Asset and Liability Management (ALM) practices

Optional Skills/Experience

It is advantageous if you have:

• Hands-on experience with derivatives market utilities such as MarkitWire, Market Trade Manager, TriOptima, and triResolve
• Strong communication skills for engaging effectively with stakeholders at all levels
• A background in financial services, especially asset management or investment banking
• Experience delivering large-scale technology change projects, particularly in investment re-platforming

Consulting Contract Type

Inside IR35