Business Analyst

We are Systematix and we are currently looking for an intermediate level Business Analyst on a 6-month project with possible extensions, for a Finance client; some Finance (ideally Wealth Mgmt) experience is mandatory! This is a Hybrid role, 3-4 days per week on-site at our clients downtown Toronto location.Location: Downtown Toronto; Hybrid (3-4 days in-person / 1-2 days remote)Duration would be 6 months with the possibility of extensionsSome travel may be requiredResponsibilities:Lead/participate in research and analysis projects that will contribute to the overall efficiency of the business unit from a products, service and workflow perspective;Assist teams or individuals in the development of new initiatives and business processes including information gathering, model development, analysis, redesign, implementation and monitoring of new processes;Collaborate closely and maintain partnerships with internal and external contributors as part of shared projects;Identify improvement opportunities (proactive and reactive);Elicit and clearly document business, systems and functional requirements;Coordinate requirements walk-through and sign-offs, verifying with user representatives/stakeholders that use cases and process models accurately portray specific business needs;Collaborate closely with developers to implement the requirements, provide necessary guidance to testers during QA process;Create and maintain issue logs, meeting minutes, meeting schedules, project summaries and updates;Create and maintain project schedules by developing and/or contributing to project plans and specifications, monitoring milestone completion, providing timely reporting of issues that impact project progress, coordinating actions and resolving conflicts;Demonstrate up-to-date expertise in Information Systems and apply this to the development, execution and improvement of action plans by providing advice and guidance to others in the application of information and best practices;Ensure all materials and processes developed are in compliance with internal practices and external regulations; Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in a related area of activity plus six years' relevant experience OR Master's degree in a related area of activity plus four years' relevant experience OR University certificate/undergraduate diploma from the National Bank University Program and eight years' relevant experienceCanadian Securities Course (CSC), an asset (not mandatory)Any of: CBAP, PMP, CSM, or CSPO designation, very strong assetMinimum 5 years previous business analysis experiencePrevious financial services or wealth management experience, mandatoryThree years or more in an operations or technology role, an assetThorough knowledge of the industry and the core services offered by NBIN, an assetDemonstrated ability to communicate effectively and manage relationships with a high level of professionalism both internally& externallyExceptional organizational and planning skillsProficient working knowledge of MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, VisioWorking knowledge of Jira, an assetStrong English written and oral communication skills