Technical Business Analyst-Payments Modernization

Senior Business Analyst

First Derivative is a global leader in consulting, business services and technology. We are the home for diverse thinkers and innovators. We know that our people are vital to our success and we are proud of the diverse and vibrant team we have built across the globe. We are committed to hiring top talent, creating an environment where they can thrive, and recognizing and rewarding their dedication as they progress within the company.

The Senior Business Analyst role is responsible for the gathering, analysis and synthesis of information from the organization through interaction with stakeholders, customers and other professionals. This role must be skilled at eliciting requirements from all interactions and facilitate the completion of solutions that solve the business requirements in line with the corporate strategy and goals.

Key Responsibilities:

We are hiring a Senior Business Analyst to join the team based in Toronto.

You should be dynamic and nimble, a self-starter with experience working in an agile environment as well as leverage your excellent development, communication, and organizational skills.

• You will write user stories, liaising with developers, product owners and other business analysts across the team.
• The role will require working with various stakeholders globally, split across various ranks, divisions, and asset classes.
• You will be understand the Trade Life Cycle and have excellent working knowledge of Capital Markets

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

• Negotiation of solutions and agreements
• Leadership and Influence of management, stakeholders, and team
• Experience of writing user stories containing clearly articulated needs, features, and acceptance tests.
• Experience in Financial Services sector
• Delivery Execution Experience in Big Enterprise Programs
• Technical Experience working around/with data teams, software delivery teams
• Ability to communicate complex problems to gain understanding and consensus.
• Previous experience in Payments Modernization for financial services industry.
• 8+ years experience as a Business Analyst in capital markets or financial services industries
• Management and Presentation of meetings, workshops, and other events

Location: This role is based in Toronto.

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