Financial Crime Business Analyst - Banking (Contract)

Sapientis Talent Management; Johannesburg; Hybride; ZAR 450 000 - 750 000; Plein temps

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Résumé du poste

Sapientis Talent Management seeks an experienced Business Analyst with Financial Crime expertise to join a leading banking group in Johannesburg on a hybrid arrangement. Focus areas include AML/KYC/Fraud, collaborating with diverse stakeholders to drive compliant, effective solutions.

The role requires 4–6 years as a BA in IT with Financial Crime focus, proficiency in Confluence and Jira, and strong communication. Contract is 6 months with potential extension to 18 months.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IS/CS/Finance or related field.
• 4–6 years as a Business Analyst in IT with Financial Crime focus.
• Proficient with Confluence and Jira in Agile environments.
• Experience in consulting or leading projects within an organization.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with stakeholders at all levels.

Responsabilités

• Collaborate with business, technology, and data stakeholders to analyze and document requirements related to financial crime (AML/KYC/Fraud) in an institutional banking setting.
• Engage with onshore/offshore teams and 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 with end-users, product owners, and product managers.
• Remain involved throughout development, acceptance, implementation and operational phases.
• Stay abreast of market trends and regulatory developments in Financial Services, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Finance, or related field

Analytical thinking

Regulatory awareness

Financial Crime domain knowledge

Stakeholder management

Excellent communication

Outils

Confluence

Jira

Description du poste

Business Analyst with Financial Crime Expertise

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.

Duties & Responsibilities

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.

Desired Experience & Qualification

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.

Interested?

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, please apply.