Senior IT Business Analyst

We are

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron's progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+, and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.

Our challenge

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced IT Business Analyst to join our team. As a Senior IT Business Analyst, candidate will play a crucial role in building and enhancing Credit Risk Regulatory Capital Calculations / applications.

Additional Information*

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within New York, NY is $130k - $150k/year & benefits (see below).

The Role

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with stakeholders, customers, and product owners to gather and document business requirements for financial products and applications.
• Analyze data, customer needs to inform/assist product development.
• Develop and propose solutions, creating detailed business requirements documents (BRDs), use cases, and user stories.
• Communicate and manage expectations with stakeholders, including project managers, developers, QA engineers, and business leaders.
• Validate requirements through prototyping, user acceptance testing (UAT), and feedback sessions.
• Assist project managers in planning, tracking, and delivering projects.
• Participate in testing, identify defects, and collaborate on resolution.
• Maintain accurate records of requirements, design documents, and project artifacts.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, industry standards, and organizational policies.
• Identify opportunities for process enhancements and implement changes.

Requirements:

• 10+ years of experience in business analysis, financial products, or application development.
• Strong understanding of Credit Risk, Counterparty Credit Risk, Regulatory Capital calculations (CEM and SA-CCR), Basel 3 and Basel 3.1 regulations, FR Y-15 and FR Y-9C reporting, CCAR.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Efficient in writing SQL queries.
• Experience with Agile methodologies, Jira, Visio, and requirements management tools.
• Business Analysis certifications (CCBA, CBAP) or financial certifications (CFA, FRM).

We offer:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A multinational organization with 58 offices in 21 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
• Maternity & paternity leave plans.
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
• Retirement savings plans.
• A higher education certification policy.
• Commuter benefits (varies by region).
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the world's leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization.
• A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.

S YNECHRON'S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative 'Same Difference' is committed to fostering an inclusive culture - promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant's gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.