CRD Sr Application Strategist

Granite Solutions Groupe; Charlotte, Milwaukee, Boston (NC, WI, MA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401K

Life Insurance

Commuter benefits

Pet insurance

Job summary

Granite Solutions Groupe seeks a Sr. Application Strategist to optimize CRIMS and Bloomberg AIM workflows for trading operations. You will bridge business needs with IT, analyze requirements, and implement scalable solutions while maintaining rigorous documentation.

The role requires 5+ years in CRIMS/Bloomberg AIM, strong analytical and communication skills, and familiarity with SQL. You will work with traders and compliance teams in a fast-paced financial services setting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with Charles River CRIMS and Bloomberg AIM in a business systems analyst role.
• Proven ability to apply critical thinking and problem-solving in dynamic environments.
• Strong understanding of investment management operations, trading workflows, and compliance processes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison between business users and IT for CRIMS/Bloomberg AIM initiatives.
• Analyze and document trading workflows, compliance rules, and portfolio management processes.
• Configure and maintain CRIMS/Bloomberg AIM modules including Order Management, Compliance, and Portfolio Management.
• Collaborate with traders, portfolio managers, and compliance teams to gather requirements and translate into system solutions.
• Lead testing, validation, and deployment of CRIMS updates and enhancements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Agile/Scrum

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Business/CS

Tools

CRIMS

Bloomberg AIM

SQL

Job description

Consultant, Application Development

About Our Firm:

Granite Solutions Groupe provides financial services decision makers with people and solutions that deliver. Our clients count on us to deliver the right talent at the right time to achieve critical business results. We leverage our industry knowledge and passion for client priorities to deliver human capital solutions.

GSG was founded in 1998 as a consulting firm delivering project management and technology solutions for the financial services industry. GSG now has a global presence, with team members deployed across the U.S. at Fortune 1000 companies and high-performing Fintech firms.

High-caliber consultants are the face of GSG at our client organizations and offices. We value the deep relationships we have with our consultants that enable us to place them in roles where their skills will have an immediate impact. The GSG consulting team is comprised of diverse, experienced, driven, and dynamic contributors who excel at getting things done.

About the Opportunity:

We are seeking a highly analytical and solutions-oriented Sr. Application Strategist with deep expertise in the Charles River Investment Management Solution (CRIMS) and Bloomberg AIM. This role is critical to supporting our trading operations and strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills to analyze, optimize, and support workflows within CRIMS, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary liaison between business users and IT for all CRD and Bloomberg AIM related initiatives, applying critical thinking to bridge technical and business needs.
• Analyze and document trading workflows, compliance rules, and portfolio management processes within CRIMS and Bloomberg AIM, identifying gaps and proposing effective solutions.
• Configure and maintain CRIMS and Bloomberg AIM modules including Order Management, Compliance, and Portfolio Management, using a problem-solving mindset to ensure optimal performance.
• Collaborate with traders, portfolio managers, and compliance teams to gather requirements and translate them into scalable, efficient system solutions.
• Lead testing, validation, and deployment of CRIMS updates and enhancements, proactively identifying potential issues and resolving them before implementation.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to trade execution, compliance alerts, and data integration, leveraging analytical skills to diagnose root causes.
• Coordinate with Charles River support and internal teams for workflow changes, system upgrades, and patches, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum value.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of system configurations, workflows, and change requests, with attention to detail and logical organization.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience working with Charles River CRIMS and Bloomberg AIM in a business systems analyst role.
• Proven ability to apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills in high-pressure, dynamic environments.
• Strong understanding of investment management operations, trading workflows, and compliance processes.
• Experience with FIX protocol, market data feeds, and integration with upstream/downstream systems.
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to evaluate complex systems and workflows.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally with diverse teams.
• Experienced technology professional working in Agile/Scrum development environments
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Computer Science, or related field.

Preferred:

• Experience working directly with Traders, Investment Management teams, and Software Engineers
• Experience with SQL and data analysis tools.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and project management practices.
• CRD training or certification in Charles River modules.

Employee Benefits:

GSG is excited to offer its consultants excellent compensation and a robust option of benefits which include comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage. You will receive company-paid life insurance. In addition, we hope you will take advantage of eligible commuter benefits-like paying for work-related public transit and parking with pre-tax dollars. Save for your retirement with pre-tax contributions that go directly into your 401K. We also care about your pets with several options for pet insurance, discount card and prescriptions.

GSG’s Commitment to Diversity:

As a diverse-owned business, GSG is committed to creating a diverse workforce, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.