Techno Functional Business Analyst-Assistant Vice President

Citi; Pune District; On-site; INR 15,00,000 - 20,00,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services firm is seeking a Senior IT Business Analyst in Pune to bridge communication between business users and technical teams. The ideal candidate should have over 8 years of relevant experience, strong knowledge in tech functionalities, and the capability to manage stakeholder engagements effectively. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to the firm's growth while ensuring compliance and performance enhancement.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in techno-functional roles for large-scale IT projects.
• Proven ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Liaise between business users and technology teams.
• Facilitate requirement gathering and risk assessment.
• Consult with stakeholders to define system specifications.

Skills

Minimum 8+ years of experience as Techno Functional Business Analyst for large scale IT Projects

Proven interpersonal skills

Data Analysis using Oracle SQL Developer

Basic AI/ML, Java 21, Microservices, Python

Good knowledge of Waterfall, Agile Scrum Methodology

Education

Bachelor's degree/University degree or equivalent experience

Job description

The IT Business Senior Analyst is an intermediate-level position responsible for liaising between business users and technologists to exchange information in a concise, logical and understandable way in coordination with the Technology team. The overall objective of this role is to contribute to continuous iterative exploration and investigation of business performance and other measures to gain insight and drive business planning.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and define systems scope and objectives for complex projects and foster communication between business leaders and IT
• Consult with users and clients to solve complex system issues/problems through in-depth evaluation of business processes, systems and industry standards and recommends solutions
• Support system change processes from requirements through implementation and provide input based on analysis of information
• Consult with business clients to determine system functional specifications and provides user and operational support
• Identify and communicate risks and impacts, considering business implications of the application of technology to the current business environment
• Act as advisor or coach to new or lower level analysts and work as a team to achieve business objectives, performing other duties and functions as assigned
• Has the ability to operate with a limited level of direct supervision
• Can exercise independence of judgement and autonomy
• Acts as SME to senior stakeholders and/or other team members
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citi, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency

Qualifications

• Minimum 8+ years of experience as Techno Functional Business Analyst for large scale IT Projects
• Requirement Elicitation: Develop a clear understanding of Regulatory Project Business and Functional Requirements and explain overall requirements to various Applications Owners and engaged in cross review of functional requirements. Acting as a “translator” between the Business, Operations, Change, Legal, Finance, ICRM, Technology Teams
• Product / Domain Knowledge:
  • Investment domain – Equities Cash, Cash Bonds, OTC Derivatives, FX etc
  • Understanding of Private Banking Business – Financial Products, Client Account Data
  • Experience in working for Regulatory Reporting Projects
  • Securities Reference Data
• Techno-functional Knowledge:
  • Basic AI/ML, Java 21, Microservices, Python
  • Data Analysis using Oracle SQL Developer
• SDLC: Good knowledge of Waterfall, Agile Scrum Methodology
• Stakeholder Engagement: Working with stakeholders at all levels as defined by the individual project
• Proven interpersonal, data analysis, negotiation and prioritization skills
• Consistently demonstrate clear and concise written and verbal communication
• Proven ability to manage multiple activities and build/develop working relationships
• Proven self-motivation to take initiative and master new tasks quickly
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines and approach work methodically with attention to detail

Education

• Bachelor's degree/University degree or equivalent experience

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

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