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Inviting applications for the role of Agile BA in Security Settlement domain
The Project Manager for KYC (Know Your Customer) and Client Lifecycle Senior Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of KYC and client lifecycle processes within the organization. They will work closely with stakeholders from various departments to ensure compliance with KYC regulations and efficient client onboarding and ongoing due diligence procedures.
Location – Glasgow (UK)
Job Description:
The Agile Business Analyst (BA) with 8 to 9 years of experience in Security Settlement Equity and FID Products is a senior-level role responsible for driving the efficient and effective settlement process for equity and fixed income derivative products using agile methodologies. This position requires extensive expertise in agile BA practices, a deep understanding of equity and FID products, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and a proven track record in settlement operations.
Roles and Responsibilities:
1. Lead the application of agile BA practices, such as user story development, backlog management, and sprint planning, to optimize the settlement process for equity and FID products.
2. Collaborate with stakeholders, including trading desk, operations teams, and external counterparties, to gather and analyze requirements for settlement-related enhancements and process improvements.
3. Prioritize and manage the product backlog, ensuring that user stories are well-defined, estimated, and ready for implementation.
4. Work closely with development teams to translate user stories into technical requirements and ensure successful delivery of settlement solutions.
5. Conduct user acceptance testing (UAT) and coordinate with stakeholders to ensure smooth implementation and adoption of settlement enhancements.
6. Continuously monitor and evaluate settlement processes, identifying opportunities for automation, streamlining, and overall improvement.
7. Collaborate with technology teams to enhance settlement systems and tools, leveraging agile methodologies and promoting cross-functional collaboration.
8. Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members, sharing expertise and best practices in agile BA and settlement operations.
9. Act as a subject matter expert and provide support and guidance to other teams regarding settlement-related matters.
10. Stay up-to-date with industry regulations and best practices related to settlement processes for equity and FID products, ensuring compliance and driving process improvements.
Skill Sets:
1. Expertise in agile BA practices, including user story development, backlog management, and sprint planning.
2. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
3. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
4. Ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at various levels.
5. Proficiency in using agile project management tools and software.
6. Knowledge of equity and fixed income derivative products and their settlement processes.
7. Familiarity with software development lifecycle (SDLC) processes and tools.
8. Strong leadership and mentorship abilities.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Drive the application of agile BA practices in settlement operations.
2. Gather and analyze requirements for settlement enhancements.
3. Prioritize and manage the product backlog.
4. Coordinate with development teams for successful implementation.
5. Conduct user acceptance testing and facilitate smooth adoption.
6. Monitor settlement processes and identify improvement opportunities.
7. Collaborate with technology teams to enhance settlement systems.
8. Provide mentorship and support to junior team members.
Qualifications:
1. Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, computer science, or a related field.
2. 8 to 9 years of experience in settlement operations within the financial industry.
3. Proven experience as an Agile BA.
4. Knowledge of equity and fixed income derivative products and their settlement processes.
5. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
6. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
7. Proficiency in using agile project management tools and software.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Professional certifications in agile methodologies, such as Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) or Certified Agile Business Analyst (CABA).
2. Experience in leading and driving agile BA practices within settlement operations or related areas.
3. Familiarity with software development lifecycle (SDLC) processes and tools.
4. Experience in process improvement initiatives and implementing automation solutions.
5. Knowledge of equity and fixed income trading platforms and related technologies.
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