Business Analyst – Fixed Income / Asset Management

Job Title: Fixed Income Business Analyst

Hybrid in Newark, NJ - 2 days a week onsite

No third party corp to corp.

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We are seeking a detail-oriented Business Analyst with a strong background in Fixed Income Asset Management to join our growing team. This individual will play a crucial role in bridging the gap between business stakeholders (portfolio managers, analysts, quants) and the technology team, ensuring that requirements are understood and met to support business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with portfolio managers, analysts, and other stakeholders to gather, analyze, and document business requirements.
• Translate business requirements into technical specifications for the development team.
• Support the implementation of fixed income front office systems and tools, ensuring alignment with business needs.
• Participate in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and ensure solutions meet business expectations.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, including functional specifications, use cases, and process flows.
• Work with the project manager and cross-functional teams to manage project timelines and deliverables, ensuring that project objectives are met on time and within scope.

Qualifications:

Experience:

• 3-10 years of experience in a Business Analyst role within the financial services industry, with a focus on fixed income asset management.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of fixed income products, including bonds, derivatives, and other related instruments.
• Proven ability to translate complex business requirements into clear technical specifications.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with both technical teams and business stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint) and project management tools.

Education:

• A degree in Computer Science, Math, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• CFA, FRM, or related certifications are a plus.

Desired Skills & Experience:

• Experience with portfolio management systems (e.g., Aladdin or similar platforms).
• Familiarity with data management tools and reporting systems in an asset management context.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements affecting fixed income asset management.

This role offers a great opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, collaborating with key stakeholders in the fixed income space while driving technological and business solutions. If you have the expertise and passion for fixed income asset management, we’d love to hear from you!