Business Analyst

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Business Analyst for a strategic transformation project with a leading Investment Management and Retirement services provider. This initiative focuses on migrating from legacy systems to a modern third-party operational framework, aiming to streamline and optimize operational functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Document and analyze comprehensive business processes end-to-end.
• Lead workshops to map existing operating models and workflows.
• Create "As-Is" and "To-Be" process maps.
• Facilitate process walkthroughs and discovery sessions.
• Identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and redundancies in processes.
• Collaborate with the Test Lead in planning test activities.

• Identify opportunities for process optimization and simplification.
• Conduct root cause analysis to support ongoing improvements.
• Propose actionable recommendations to lower costs, risks, and cycle times.
• Assist in executing process re-engineering and improvement initiatives.

• Gather requirements related to process changes.
• Convert business needs into functional and operational specifications.
• Prepare documentation of process requirements and acceptance conditions.
• Work with stakeholders to validate solutions and draft user stories.

• Build and maintain relationships across business units.
• Conduct workshops and stakeholder interviews to align on requirements.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and secure agreement on process alterations.
• Present findings and proposals to senior management.

• Evaluate impacts of process changes on personnel, systems, controls, and processes.
• Identify potential risks resulting from process modifications.
• Support readiness activities and assist in change management.
• Help with training and transition planning efforts.

• Ensure processes meet governance, compliance, and organizational standards.
• Review controls to detect gaps and support audit activities.
• Maintain comprehensive process documentation repositories.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have substantial experience performing these responsibilities, preferably within the investment or retirement finance sectors, although backgrounds in other financial services will also be considered.

Additional Information

The assignment is anticipated to last approximately 12 months and requires availability to commence on short notice.