Business Analyst/Project Manager (Voice & Ecomm Record Keeping)

We are seeking an experienced consultant to support the implementation of voice and chat channel recording and surveillance systems across the APAC region. The role requires a business-driven mindset to assist in the delivery of robust technical solutions and required controls.

• Join one of the world's largest global banks on an 11-month contract, with potential for extension based on performance and business needs
• Requires 8+ years of experience, specializing in the implementation of voice and chat channel recording and surveillance, along with setting up necessary controls

Key Responsibilities:

Stakeholder Management (Regional Level):

• Act as the primary liaison between business lines (COOs, Conduct & Control Officers, Front-Office Conduct & Surveillance) and Compliance teams.
• Collect, analyze, and document business scenarios related to voice and chat channels.
• Understand business interactions with clients and external counterparties to meet communication expectations.
• Identify risks and develop frameworks for risk management, user awareness, and consequence management.
• Establish and enforce RACI (Responsible, Accountable, Consulted, Informed) for stakeholder roles in process execution and controls.
• Work with IT teams (Voice, Chat, Archiving, Digital, IT Support) to ensure the delivery of technical solutions, including archiving, security, and surveillance controls.

Global Level:

• Collaborate with global teams to prioritize and plan solutions for the APAC region within the global Voice & E-comm Record Keeping (VERK) and Surveillance frameworks.
• Obtain validation for APAC plans from global stakeholders through established governance processes.

Project Management:

• Track functional project aspects such as business cases, operational controls, conduct risks, legal requirements, and training.
• Maintain synchronization with global and regional IT teams on archiving and surveillance solution deliveries.
• Report progress, address risks, and provide updates to senior management.
• Contribute to steering committee updates and ad-hoc presentations.

Required Competencies:

Soft Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills: verbal/written communication, listening, negotiation, and consensus-building.
• Detail-oriented to ensure accuracy and completeness in management reporting.
• Analytical skills to assess scenarios, risks, and processes effectively.
• Proactive in problem management and owning deliverables.

Technical Skills:

• Strong understanding of core banking businesses (e.g., Global Markets, Corporate Finance, Wealth Management).
• Familiarity with the technical aspects of voice and chat communication, recording, and surveillance systems.
• Proficiency with Office tools for document drafting, data analysis, and presentation of executive updates.
• Fluency in Mandarin is preferred, as the role involves liaising with users and regions where Mandarin language skills may be required.