Regulatory Data Business Analyst

Boardroom Appointments; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Regulatory Data Business Analyst for a 3-month contract. This role is crucial for ensuring the accuracy and compliance of regulatory reporting within Global Markets. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in investment banking and capital markets, with a deep understanding of various asset classes and regulatory frameworks. You will be responsible for developing data quality processes, establishing metrics for continuous improvement, and ensuring data governance. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and have a passion for regulatory compliance, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in investment banking or capital markets IT and data.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks like FMA, EMIR, Dodd-Frank.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement data quality processes for Regulatory Reporting.
• Ensure compliance with data legislations applicable to South Africa.

Skills

Business Analysis

Stakeholder Engagement

Attention to Detail

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Knowledge of Regulatory Frameworks

Communication Skills

Tools

Front Arena

Data Governance Tools

Job description

About the job Regulatory Data Business Analyst

Regulatory Data Business Analyst - 3 Month Contract

Minimum Experience Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in investment banking / capital markets IT and data domain.
• 3-5 years experience in a business analysis role working on projects related to Regulatory Reporting and data.
• Technical enough to understand the SDLC and trading systems and define specifications.

Must-have Skills (Mandatory Skills):

• Good understanding of asset classes such as:
  • Equity
  • Fixed Income
  • Credit
  • FX (Foreign Exchange)
  • Commodities
  • Interest Rates
  • Collateral
  • Derivatives and non-derivative products and their product lifecycle.
• Working experience on regulatory frameworks such as:
  • FMA
  • EMIR
  • Dodd-Frank
  • CFTC
  • Other relevant Markets Regulatory Reporting requirements.

Beneficial Skills (Desired Skills):

• Strong Business Analysis skills to oversee regulatory reporting projects from inception to completion.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills to effectively communicate with various departments and external regulatory bodies.
• High attention to detail to ensure accuracy in regulatory reports and data submissions.
• Ability to interpret and apply regulatory policies and guidelines to business processes.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory and risk reporting.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with data governance best practices and tools.
• Experience with Front Arena application as a primary system.
• Ability to work collaboratively with various departments, including marketing, IT, and customer service.
• Ability to conduct thorough research on regulatory requirements and stay updated with changes in regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a data quality process to ensure the accuracy, completeness, and consistency of data within Global Markets for Regulatory Reporting.
• Establish data quality metrics and monitoring mechanisms to continuously assess and improve data quality.
• Ensure data governance for regulatory data, including:
  • Data attestation
  • Data lineage
  • Ensuring the integrity, security, and usability of data used for Regulatory Reporting within Global Markets.
• Accountability for creating specifications for data products/assets that enable regulations.
• Support the Global Markets data portfolio to ensure alignment with CIB data strategy, business objectives, and enterprise data governance.
• Ensure compliance with data legislations and regulations applicable to South Africa and other African countries where Global Markets operates.