Business Analyst

Hybrid | Newark, NJ

We are looking for a Senior Business Analyst with Asset Management or Hedge Fund experience for a contract position with a major investment firm.

Position Overview:

We seek a detail-oriented Business Analyst with a strong background in Fixed Income Asset Management to join our growing team. This individual will play a crucial role in bridging the gap between business stakeholders (portfolio managers, analysts, quants) and the technology team, ensuring that requirements are understood and met to support business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with portfolio managers, analysts, and other stakeholders to gather, analyze, and document business requirements.
• Translate business requirements into technical specifications for the development team.
• Support the implementation of fixed income front office systems and tools, ensuring alignment with business needs.
• Participate in user acceptance testing (UAT) and ensure solutions meet business expectations.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, including functional specifications, use cases, and process flows.
• Work with the project manager and cross-functional teams to manage project timelines and deliverables, ensuring objectives are met on time and within scope.

Qualifications:

• Experience: 3-10 years of experience in a business analyst role within the financial services industry, with a focus on fixed income asset management.
• Skills:
• Strong understanding of fixed income products, including bonds, derivatives, and other related instruments.
• Proven ability to translate complex business requirements into clear technical specifications.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with both technical teams and business stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint) and project management tools.
• Education: A degree in Computer Science, Math, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• CFA, FRM, or related certifications are a plus.

Desired Skills & Experience:

• Experience with portfolio management systems (e.g., Aladdin or similar platforms).
• Familiarity with data management tools and reporting systems in an asset management context.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements affecting fixed income asset management.

Mid-Senior level

Contract

Consulting and Information Technology