Operations Analyst (contract)

BNY; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Bank of New York (BNY) seeks an Operations Analyst to join a small, high-impact team in Pittsburgh on a hybrid schedule (4 days onsite). You will support security setup, data integrity, and exception management in a fast-paced financial services environment.

Responsibilities include master data management, daily operations, issue resolution, and cross-functional collaboration with front office and settlements to support trade lifecycle, data accuracy, and compliance standards.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of financial services experience (security master, operations, or similar).
• Foundational knowledge of financial instruments (e.g., equities, bonds, fixed income).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables preferred).
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment with shifting priorities.
• Bachelor’s degree required.

Responsibilities

• Security Master Data Management: Create and maintain security master records, including issuer data, ratings, accrual parameters, and reference data within systems such as BlackRock Aladdin.
• Daily Operations & Reporting: Run and review daily exception reports, monitor dashboards, and ensure timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Research & Issue Resolution: Investigate data breaks, respond to ad-hoc front office inquiries, and resolve operational issues efficiently.
• Workflow & Queue Management: Manage shared inbox requests, prioritize time-sensitive tasks, and handle high-volume workflows with accuracy.
• Cross-Functional Support: Partner with front office, settlements, and operational teams to support trade lifecycle and security setup requests.
• Data Accuracy & Compliance: Ensure high levels of data integrity, accuracy, and adherence to internal processes and standards.

Skills

Financial services

Security master data

Excel

Data analysis

Communication

Fast-paced work

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

BlackRock Aladdin

Bloomberg

Charles River OMS

Job description

At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables you to grow and succeed. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting-edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide.

Recognized as a top destination for innovators and champions of inclusion, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance – and this is what is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Operations Analyst to join a small, high-impact team supporting multiple investment management groups. This role is based in Pittsburgh, PA with a hybrid schedule (4 days onsite). The position offers broad exposure across operational teams and front office functions, with a focus on security setup, data integrity, and exception management within a fast-paced financial services environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Security Master Data Management: Create and maintain security master records, including issuer data, ratings, accrual parameters, and reference data within systems such as BlackRock Aladdin
• Daily Operations & Reporting: Run and review daily exception reports, monitor dashboards, and ensure timely resolution of discrepancies
• Research & Issue Resolution: Investigate data breaks, respond to ad-hoc front office inquiries, and resolve operational issues efficiently
• Workflow & Queue Management: Manage shared inbox requests, prioritize time-sensitive tasks, and handle high-volume workflows with accuracy
• Cross-Functional Support: Partner with front office, settlements, and operational teams to support trade lifecycle and security setup requests
• Data Accuracy & Compliance: Ensure high levels of data integrity, accuracy, and adherence to internal processes and standards

Qualifications:

• 1+ years of financial services experience (security master, operations, or similar)
• Foundational knowledge of financial instruments (e.g., equities, bonds, fixed income)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables preferred)
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment with shifting priorities
• Bachelor’s degree required

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with BlackRock Aladdin, Bloomberg, or Charles River OMS
• Exposure to fixed income products and fund accounting
• Intermediate to advanced Excel or Access skills
• Experience supporting front office or investment management teams

Why Join Us:

This role offers the opportunity to join a small, collaborative team with broad exposure across operations and front office functions. You’ll gain hands‑on experience with critical investment systems and play a key role in supporting real‑time trading and data management in a fast‑moving environment.

At BNY, our culture speaks for itself, check out the latest BNY news at:

BNY Newsroom

BNY LinkedIn

Here’s a few of our recent awards:

America’s Most Innovative Companies, Fortune, 2025

World’s Most Admired Companies, Fortune 2025

“Most Just Companies”, Just Capital and CNBC, 2025

Pay Rate Range

24 - 29 USD hourly

Additional Notes

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

This posting is for a contract assignment with Tundra Technical Solutions to provide services to Bank of New York (BNY). Please note that this is not a full-time employment opportunity. Candidates selected for this role will be engaged as contractors for the specified duration of the project. For any inquiries regarding the terms of the contract or engagement, please contact Tundra Technical Solutions directly.

Benefits Information

Optional benefits offering include medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits via Tundra Technical Solutions.