Contract Length: 5 months
Location: WFH, Toronto
Story Behind the Need: Seeking a data focused Business Systems Analyst / Data Analyst to work on the bank's series of commitments to OSFI and FINTRAC to address findings related to the Bank’s Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Anti Terrorist Financing (ATF) programs. The AML KYC Enhancements project would enrich the data that is provided to these regulatory bodies.
Candidate Value Proposition:
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to be extended or converted on permanently with good performance all while gaining valuable experience at a big 5 Canadian bank. This candidate will also be working hands on with some of the most disruptive and emerging technologies at one of the most forward thinking financial institutions in Canada.
Typical Day in the Role:
– Works with key stakeholders within all business functions to align technology solutions with business strategies
– Takes requirements and runs data analysis using SQL
– Gathers requirements from business units and translates those to programmers and developers
– Translates requirements for developers by creating out the mapping documents
– Work with QA to address comments and concerns and relay requirements and goals
– Participate in IST and QAT as needed and process outcomes as required
– Demonstrates an informed knowledge of business functions to resolve problems and capitalize on improvement opportunities
– Supports one or more highly complex business processes
– Works on multiple projects as a project team member
– Serves as a liaison between the business community and the IT organization in order to provide technical solutions to meet user needs
– Create business solutions that increase competitive advantage
– Exercise good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions
Must Have Skills/Requirements:
1) 8+ years of experience in a similar Business Systems analyst background – preferably within a FI or related large enterprise
2) 5+ years of experience analyzing data using SQL
3) 5+ years of experience working in data projects
4) 5+ years of experience in AML/KYC
Nice to have Skills:
– Basic knowledge of programming languages in order to comprehend reading code and basic functions
– Ability to analyze complex situations and problems and do the necessary research using multiple sources of information to arrive at innovative solutions
Additional Notes:
Soft Skills:
– Self-starter that actively engages issues seeking resolution, ability to meet dynamic changes on prioritization
– Ability to manage assigned tasks and expectations without direct instruction or oversight
– Fast, adaptable learner who can hit the ground running
– Ability to work well under pressure while demonstrating strong professionalism
– Excellent communications skills to coordinate with high ranking individuals internally (Director, VP level and up)
-Strong investigation, prioritization, and organization skills
– Candidate must have an open mind when it comes to approach, and be able to assess each situation separately
– Must be able to collaborate closely with a team at times, while also being capable of holding themselves accountable to meet individual deadlines without hand holding
Education and Certifications:
– Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as computer science, computer engineering or related field required. MBA or other related advanced degree preferred