Lead Business Analyst

Lead Business Analyst# Federal Reserve System Careers## Lead Business Analyst Apply:
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Posted Today:
End Date:
November 4, 2026 (13 days left to apply):
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** Company
* * Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco We are the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco — public servants with a mission to advance the nation’s monetary, financial, and payment systems to build a stronger economy for all Americans. As part of the nation’s central bank, we are committed to understanding and serving the vibrant, expansive communities of the Twelfth District, which covers the nine western states of the U.S. That means we seek and appreciate new perspectives and build opportunities to learn and grow.

At the SF Fed, we approach our work with integrity and a commitment to service.
** About the Role
** This role leverages deep business knowledge and advanced analytical expertise to drive strategic and tactical decision-making across the organization. The Lead Business Analyst will lead complex analysis initiatives, develop actionable insights, and guide the implementation of innovative business solutions. This is an excellent opportunity for an analytical leader who thrives on solving high-impact business problems and influencing cross-functional teams.  
** What You'll Do*
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* Key Responsibilities:

*** Lead complex and broad data analysis to inform decisions on group operations, strategic planning, and high-impact business issues
* Direct the collection, modeling, analysis, and interpretation of complex datasets, identifying key trends and patterns to uncover business influences
* Develop forecasts, insights, and strategic/tactical recommendations based on business data and operational knowledge
* Determine optimal analytical approaches and create innovative methods to improve individual and team workflows; enhance analytical architecture and procedures
* Partner with key stakeholders to assess business needs and model potential outcomes of strategic initiatives
* Lead team projects and programs to resolve business issues, including project management responsibilities (meeting facilitation, documentation, follow-up), while collaborating with cross-functional leaders to ensure successful completion  
** Additional Responsibilities:
*** Create specifications for reports and analyses based on business requirements and available data
* Provide expert-level consultation and guidance to management and staff
* Research external best practices and evaluate suitability for internal application
* Develop, monitor, and analyze solution metrics; execute corrective actions as needed to ensure business satisfaction
** What We're Looking For*
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* Education & Experience:

*** Bachelor's degree preferred
* Typically, 8+ years of relevant business analysis experience  
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* Qualifications:

*** Strong breadth and depth of knowledge in Cash operations, systems, and metrics
* In-depth knowledge of products/services supported by District Cash Support
* Prior experience leading teams and working independently on complex projects
* Proven experience collecting, transforming, analyzing, and reporting complex data to drive major business decisions
* Demonstrated success working cross-functionally to meet stakeholder needs
* Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite  
** Preferred skills:
*** Project management experience
* Proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
* Experience with programming languages such as R or Python
* Advanced skills in SQL, MS Power Apps, MS Project, MS Access, or similar database tools  
** Base Salary Range:*
* ** Sand Francisco:
** MIN: 124,000 MID: 161,500 MAX: 198,700
** Los Angeles:
** MIN: 113,200 MID: 147,100 MAX: 180,900
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