Global Financial Firm located in Tampa, FL has an immediate contract opportunity for an experienced Business Analyst / Project Manager
This role is currently on a Hybrid Schedule.
You will need to have reliable internet, computer and android or iphone for remote access into the client systems during remote work.
We will be expected in the office weekly 2-3 days depending on the team requirement.
- Video / f2f interviews are required prior to all offers.
Business Analyst / Project Manager
The Business Analyst / Project Manager will be assigned to individual projects and programmes within Client Wealth.
This role holder will lead efforts to implement changes to adapt to new local and cross border regulations, along with business change.
This will require conducting detailed analysis of the Business, Controls, and front to back Operating issues; defining corresponding solutions; and working with Front Office, Products, Control Functions, Technology and Operations teams to implement solutions.
The role holder will carry out the following key activities :
Drive and lead business case & gap analysis across Business, Control, Technology & Operations and front to back Operating processesUnderstand the implications of regulatory change due to new local and cross-border regulationsDocument and capture the existing operating model and define the future state operating modelManage change to the business across multiple cross border jurisdictionsManage or support the execution of one or more business work streamsThe role will involve interfacing with key senior stakeholders and internal clients across the organization and working to aggressive timelines in order to ensure overall program success
Key to success in the role is the ability to blend successful business analysis and project management disciplines with a good understanding of the subject matter in order to help shape the outcome.
Key Responsibilities :
Undertake impact assessments due to the introduction of changes on Global systems and operational procedures by leading various working group across products, Risk and Controls, Legal, Operations and TechnologyObtain and document requirements, working with various front office stakeholders, enablers and control function partners, identifying changes to the current operating model in order to develop the end state target operating modelDevelop individual project artefacts as required, including Gap Analysis, Solution Options Analysis, Current and Target State operating models, Business Requirements Documentation (BRD), User Stories and process flowsPartner with technology to validate test plans and scenarios in the context of any system changesDevelop process flows and associated procedures with required controls as well as communication plans to support rollout of the changeAssess any impact on operational procedures and systems to handle transition into BAUIdentity any remediation activity required to be taken as part of final solutionWork with the Programme and Project Mangers to execute transition plans, focusing on operational readiness for product management, contract management, internal communications and training, external client communications and system readinessEnsure appropriate governance :o Prepare and present to senior management as required
o Actively identify and manage resolution of key project risks and issues, or escalate accordingly
Knowledge / Experience :
Experience in Deposits and Lending would be advantageousPrior experience in Wealth Management or Private Banking preferredEvidence of Business Change Management experience at a global level (note that this role is not suited to candidates with experience limited to technology only projects)Experience and comfortable working in large multi-national financial institutions, especially when required to liaise with multiple global stakeholders to obtain a consensusEvidence of stability in contracting at previous clientsSuccessfully managed business requirements from analysis through to implementationBusiness Analysis skills (collecting & defining requirements) working in delivering mid to large scale implementations working with Front Office, Control Functions and Infrastructure partnersExperience in large scale multi-year programmesConsultancy experience, particularly with a Big Four, firm is desiredStrong Excel / Data skills would advantageousKnowledge of project management methodologies, tools and techniques (e.g. Waterfall, Agile)Skills :
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to develop strong working relationships across functional linesProfessional outlook with the ability to use initiative, manage deadlines, coordinate multiple tasks and work to deadlines and targetsAccuracy and attention to detailWillingness to challenge and improve existing processesProficient in MS Excel to perform detailed data analysisExcellent MS PowerPoint skills in order to represent salient points succinctlyGood presentation abilities, especially when presenting to Senior ManagementAbility to quickly grasp and master new concepts / requirements and related product / functional knowledge of Wealth / Private BankingFluency in written and spoken English is mandatoryAbility to work onsite in the Client office as per the Client policyFlexibility in days present in the office when a hybrid WFH model is permittedQualifications :
Bachelor's / University degree, Master's degree preferredPRINCE2 and / or PMPCompetencies :
Analytical AbilityCommunication SkillsAttention to DetailInitiativeProblem SolvingRelationship BuildingTeamwork Skills
