Role Description We are seeking a business analyst to join the Global Markets Control Management - Strategic Initiatives team. This position will initially be focused on a Global Markets-wide program of work to review, remediate and enhance the access control and information owner framework across different lines of businesses.
The role of the Information owner is a delegation of some Control Management responsibilities which includes:
Support the delivery of project objectives through the full project life cycle, across multiple business lines within Markets
Actively participate in developing project structures such as building out project approaches, plans, on-going management of project milestones and deliverables
Work with functional partners including Front Office teams, Control Managers, Technology Controls Officers, Application Developers, Client Services, Network Management, Operations, Technology and others to design and deliver agreed solutions
Document processes and identify control gaps by networking with various subject matter experts to quickly understand and assess the control environment including risks, controls and information security.
Ensure timely communication and escalation to stakeholders and leadership; presentation of project objectives, progress and benefits to varied audiences including senior management and functional partners
Some of the business as usual activities include control of the production, maintenance, use and access to an information resource (e.g. 3rd party trading application or exchange), in particular covering access management, application management and resiliency managementThis role is based on the PM methodology. It requires the ability to think strategically and partner with diverse teams to drive efficiency and process enhancement. In order to be successful in this role, the individual should have the following background and skill set:
Highly motivated, energetic self-starter who takes ownership, has a sense of urgency, intellectual curiosity, and resourcefulness
Excellent oral and written communication skills; and ability to leverage the wider organization to meet objectives. Fluent English is a must.
Strong analytical, problem solving & process re-engineering skills
Ability to deal with issues on a global, cross business level.
Good organizational skills - manages & prioritizes multiple tasks across different time horizons within deadlines
A good understanding of controls and how to apply them to different processes and businesses
Ability to synthesize large amounts of information into a useful piece of material and propose recommendations for process improvement
Experienced work on project teams is a must; experience on process and/or technology related projects would be highly beneficial
Strong PC skills particularly Excel, and PowerPoint; Access and Visio would be a benefit too
