Financial Crime Business Analyst – Banking

Sapientis Talent Management Pty. Ltd.; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading talent management firm seeks experienced Business Analysts with expertise in financial crime (AML/KYC/Fraud) to join a major banking project. Responsibilities include collaborating on requirements documentation and utilizing Agile methodologies. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, 4-6 years of relevant experience, and strong analytical skills. This is a hybrid role located in Johannesburg, with an initial duration of 6 months, potentially extending to 18 months.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience as a Business Analyst in an IT environment focused on Financial Crime.
• Proven track record in consulting and leading projects.
• Certification in Financial Crime area is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with various stakeholders to analyze and document financial crime requirements.
• Engage with teams to ensure successful implementation of solutions.
• Utilize Agile methodologies to drive project efficiency.

Skills

Financial Crime expertise

Stakeholder engagement

Agile methodologies

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems/Computer Science/Finance

Tools

Confluence

Jira

Job description

Are you an experienced Business Analyst with a strong background in financial crime, particularly in the areas of AML/KYC/Fraud? Do you thrive in large-scale banking environments, collaborating with diverse stakeholders to drive impactful solutions? We are seeking multiple Business Analysts with Financial Crime expertise to join a project with a leading banking group.

Responsibilities will include:

• Collaborate with business, technology, and data stakeholders to analyze and document requirements related to financial crime, including AML/KYC/Fraud, within an institutional banking setting.
• Engage with onshore and offshore teams, as well as external vendors, to ensure alignment and successful implementation of solutions.
• Utilize Agile methodologies to drive efficiency and flexibility in project delivery.
• Clarify requirements and translate them into actionable solutions, working closely with end-users, product owners, and product managers.
• Remain involved throughout the development, acceptance, implementation, and operational phases of projects.
• Stay abreast of market trends and regulatory developments in the Financial Services sector, providing insights and recommendations for ongoing improvement.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Finance, or related field preferred
• Confluence and Jira (Agile Hive) non negotiable
• 4-6 years of experience as a Business Analyst in an IT environment, with a focus on Financial Crime (KYC/AML/Fraud).
• Proven track record in consulting and/or leading projects within the organization.
• Certification in Financial Crime area would be an advantage.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong analytical skills and critical thinking ability.
• Familiarity with institutional banking operations and regulatory compliance requirements.

This is you:

• Good background in financial crime, including AML/KYC/Fraud, within the banking sector.
• You excel in engaging and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to drive impactful solutions.
• You possess excellent communication and people skills, with a proactive and critical eye.
• You are a team player who can also work well independently, thriving in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

• Location: Johannesburg (Northern Suburbs).
• Setup: Hybrid
• Duration: 6 months (possible extension to 18 months)

If you meet the requirements and are ready to make a significant impact in the fight against financial crime, apply by sending us a detailed CV via email to [e-mail] (BAFC_SLT_GP)

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