Equity Swap Business Analyst

LatentBridge; York; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company is looking for an experienced Equity Swap Business Analyst to join their team in New York. This role involves in-depth analysis of equity swap transactions, collaboration with stakeholders for requirements gathering, and driving system enhancements to support trading and compliance. Candidates should have substantial experience in the financial industry, strong SQL skills, and the ability to navigate fast-paced environments effectively.

Qualifications

• 10+ years as a Business Analyst in the financial services industry.
• Strong proficiency in SQL for data analysis and reporting.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements such as Dodd-Frank, EMIR, and MiFID II is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analysis of equity swap transactions including trade lifecycle management.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and document business requirements.
• Work with IT teams to enhance systems for equity swap trading and reporting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

SQL

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Computer Science, or related field

Job description

Location: New York

Experience: 10+ years

Overview: We are seeking an experienced Equity Swap Business Analyst to join our dynamic team in New York. The ideal candidate will possess extensive expertise in equity swaps and a strong background in SQL. As a key member of our team, you will play a crucial role in driving business growth and ensuring the success of our equity swap operations.

Responsibilities:

1. Equity Swap Analysis: Conduct a thorough analysis of equity swap transactions, including trade lifecycle management, valuation, and risk assessment.

2. Requirements Gathering: Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and document business requirements for equity swap products and processes.

3. System Enhancement: Work closely with IT teams to develop and enhance systems and tools for equity swap trading, settlement, and reporting.

4. Trade Support: Provide ongoing support for equity swap trades, including trade booking, reconciliation, and issue resolution.

5. Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards related to equity swap trading and reporting.

6. Documentation: Prepare comprehensive documentation, including functional specifications, user guides, and training materials.

7. Stakeholder Communication: Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, including traders, risk managers, and compliance officers, to address business needs and concerns.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Computer Science, or related field.

2. 10+ years of experience as a Business Analyst in the financial services industry, with a focus on equity swaps.

3. Strong proficiency in SQL for data analysis and reporting.

4. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.

5. Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with tight deadlines.

6. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

7. Familiarity with regulatory requirements such as Dodd-Frank, EMIR, and MiFID II is a plus