What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business System Analyst position at RP International?
Business Systems Analyst
Location - Newark, NJ - Hybrid 3 days onsite
I am currently sourcing for a Business Systems Analyst with expertise in fixed income asset management to join a leading organization. This role is crucial for bridging the gap between business stakeholders and technology teams, ensuring that business requirements are effectively translated into technical specifications. The successful candidate will support front office systems implementation and play a key role in maintaining project documentation.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with portfolio managers, analysts, and stakeholders to gather, analyze, and document business requirements.
- Translate business needs into technical specifications for the development team.
- Support the implementation of fixed income front office systems and tools, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
- 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 closely with the project manager and cross-functional teams to manage project timelines and deliverables.
Requirements:
- 5-10 years of experience as a Business Systems Analyst within the financial services industry, focusing on fixed income asset management.
- Strong understanding of fixed income products (bonds, derivatives, and 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.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Math, Finance, Economics, or a related field. CFA, FRM, or other relevant certifications are a plus.
Nice-to-Haves:
- Experience with portfolio management systems (e.g., Aladdin or similar platforms).
- Familiarity with data management tools and reporting systems in an asset management environment.
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements affecting fixed income asset management.