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Murex Functional Expert Location : Remote, USA/Canada Duration: Contract Visa Type* : Any
*Job Summary:*
We are seeking a Murex Functional Expert to lead and support the implementation, configuration, and enhancement of Murex platforms (MX.3) across front-to-back-office operations. You will work closely with traders, risk managers, operations, and IT teams to design solutions, gather requirements, and ensure Murex modules align with business needs.
*Key Responsibilities:*
Collaborate with front, middle, and back-office teams to gather business requirements and translate them into functional specifications within the Murex platform.
Configure and support various Murex modules including Trade Capture, Risk (VaR, PnL, Greeks), Back Office, Collateral Management, and Workflow.
Conduct GAP analysis and define functional architecture for Murex implementation or upgrade projects. Perform data mapping, static data setup, and trade migration during implementations.
Manage testing cycles, unit testing, SIT, UAT, including test case design and defect tracking.
Support daily operations, resolve functional issues, and improve STP workflows.
Collaborate with Murex technical team (DBA, Integration, Report Developers) for solution delivery.
Prepare functional documentation (BRD, FSD, User Manuals).
Support regulatory and compliance initiatives (e.g., FRTB, SIMM, IBOR transition) within Murex.
Key Skills & Experience:
5+ years of hands-on exprience with Murex (MX.3) in a functional/business analyst capacity.
Strong understanding of financial products (e.g., IRD, FX, EQD, Credit, Commodities).
Deep knowledge of Murex modules such as: Front Office (FO) MxML Workflow Murex Simulation Views Risk and PnL modules Back Office (BO workflows, confirmations, settlements) Collateral & Margining Experience with configuration tools, static data, market data, and reference data in Murex.
Familiarity with trade life cycle management and STP processes.
Good grasp of financial risk management, derivatives valuation, and pricing models.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
*Preferred Qualifications:*
Experience with Murex upgrades or greenfield implementations.
Knowledge of scripting (SQL, XML, Unix) is a plus.
Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
Bachelor's or master s degree in finance, Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields.