Trading and Operations Integration Application Strategist

Allspring Global Investments; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Allspring Global Investments is seeking an analytical Application Strategist & Scrum Master with Bloomberg AIM expertise to optimize trading workflows and interfaces with TradeWeb, Market Axess, and related systems. You will analyze processes to align with regulatory requirements and business objectives.

The role covers Scrum Master duties, liaison between business and IT, backlog grooming, and collaboration with traders, portfolio managers, operations and compliance to deliver scalable system

Qualifications

• 5+ years using Bloomberg AIM in a business systems/analyst role.
• 2+ years as Agile Scrum Master using JIRA for Kanban/Sprint.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking in dynamic environments.
• Understanding of investment management operations, trading workflows, and compliance processes.
• Experience with SQL and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Scrum Master for a technology agile team, manage JIRA, daily standups, backlog prioritization, and sprint ceremonies.
• Act as liaison between business users and IT for Bloomberg AIM and integrations.
• Analyze JIRA backlog, groom work, and drive items to definition of ready.
• Document trading lifecycle workflows and identify gaps with integrated applications.
• Collaborate with traders, PMs, ops, and compliance to translate needs into scalable solutions.
• Lead testing, validation, and deployment of updates, resolving issues before go-live.
• Troubleshoot complex trade execution, compliance alerts, and data integration issues.
• Coordinate workflow changes and system upgrades with OMS support and internal teams.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of configurations and changes.

Skills

Agile Scrum Master

Critical thinking

Stakeholder communication

JIRA

SQL

Education

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

Scrum Master certification

Tools

Bloomberg AIM

Bloomberg API

PowerApps

CRIMS (Charles River)

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a highly analytical and solutions-oriented Application Strategist & Scrum Master with expertise in Bloomberg AIM trading application workflows and interfacing trading system applications such as TradeWeb, Market Axess, WSO Markit and others. This role is critical to supporting Agile methodologies, trading operations, and strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills to analyze, optimize, and support workflows within the transaction lifecycle, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements.

We currently operate in a hybrid working model, whereby you will be required to work in-office 4 days per week.

Location(s): Charlotte, NC or Milwaukee, WI

Responsibilities

• Serve as Scrum Master for a technology agile scrum team, managing JIRA work, daily standups, prioritization of work and Sprint ceremonies
• Serve as the primary liaison between business users and IT for all Bloomberg AIM and integrated application-related initiatives, applying critical thinking to bridge technical and business needs.
• Analyze JIRA backlog, support grooming of work and drive items to definition of ready
• Analyze and document trading lifecycle workflows, including integrated applications supporting the order management systems, identifying gaps and proposing effective solutions.
• Collaborate with traders, portfolio managers, operations and compliance teams to gather requirements and translate them into scalable, efficient system solutions.
• Lead testing, validation, and deployment of 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 order management system 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.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience working with Bloomberg AIM in a business systems or analyst role.
• 2+ years of experience working as an Agile Methodology Scrum Master - Kanban or Sprint, utilizing JIRA for management of work items
• 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 SQL and data analysis tools.
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to evaluate complex systems and workflows.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a cross-functional environment.
• Ability to work at a computer and use standard business software for extended periods during the workday.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, clients, and business partners in person and electronically as needed.
• Engage in regular in-person interaction and collaboration with team members and other stakeholders.
• Work effectively in a professional office environment with ongoing collaboration, activity, and shifting priorities.
• Maintain productivity and focus while balancing multiple tasks and interruptions common in an in-person business setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Scrum Master certification
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Computer Science, or related field
• Experience with FIX protocol, market data feeds, and integration with upstream/downstream systems.
• Experience with PowerApps tools
• Experience with Bloomberg API or data services
• Experience with Charles River Development (CRD) CRIMS order management system

Please note

This position does not offer sponsorship for employment visas. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in The United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Compensation

Base Pay Range: $120,000 - $145,000

Actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, base salary internal peers, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, the competitive compensation package may include, depending on the role, participation in an incentive program linked to performance (for example, annual discretionary bonus programs, or other annual or non-annual incentive or sales plans.)

Disclosure

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status