Citi is a world-leading global bank. We have approximately 200 million customer accounts and a presence in more than 160 countries and jurisdictions worldwide. We provide consumers, corporations, governments, and institutions with a broad range of financial products and services, including consumer banking and credit, corporate and investment banking, securities brokerage, transaction services, and wealth management.
Citi Belfast is one of the largest employers in Northern Ireland with a diverse and talented team of over 3000 people from over 40 different nationalities across our four Belfast offices.
The Senior Tech Business Analyst is an intermediate-level position responsible for liaising between external and internal vendors and understanding any changes on the vendor side that could have impact. The Senior BA will analyze the impact of vendor-side changes and work with internal stakeholders to ensure the overall stability of Citi’s golden source of reference data.
The overall objective of this role is to contribute to the continuous development of a strategic data application within the ISG (Information Services Group).
In this role, you will work on a best-in-class system that acts as the strategic source for high-quality Securities Reference data across the enterprise, enhancing its capabilities and data in line with business and regulatory requirements. By joining the Security Master Central (SMC) team, you will work with the latest technologies and interact with stakeholders from across the bank, enabling Citi to succeed in delivering value for our clients while playing a key role in our data governance and data quality strategy.
Responsibilities:
* Develop and sustain long-standing relationships with company-approved vendors.
* Research and implement industry/vendor software migration projects.
* Monitor and interpret communications from multiple vendor sources on market and vendor data changes.
* Analyze the impact of market and vendor-driven changes on SMC application and Citi business.
* Propose solutions to ensure that market and vendor-driven changes are accurately reflected on SMC application.
* Alert appropriate SMC stakeholders and work with users to ensure smooth outcomes for market and vendor-driven changes.
* Utilize knowledge of software development lifecycle procedures and concepts to identify and define necessary system enhancements.
* Derive test cases and test system component changes through testing environments.
* Analyze large sets of product reference data across Equities, Fixed Income, Derivatives, and Structured Finance securities.
* Consult with users and clients to troubleshoot complex system issues through evaluation of business processes and systems.
* Foster communication between business leaders and IT stakeholders.
* Act as SME to senior stakeholders and/or other team members.
* Act as advisor or coach to new or lower-level analysts.
* Assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating consideration for the firm's reputation and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Qualifications:
* Relevant experience with knowledge of financial markets is advantageous.
* Experience in managing and implementing successful projects.
* Demonstrate excellent analytical skills, communication, and presentation skills.
* Proven problem-solver with the ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines.
* Experience in data analysis with knowledge of databases.
* SQL knowledge is a must.
* Ability to work independently and in a team across levels, regions, and functions.
* Experience in partner management and influencing skills.
* Microsoft Office skills - Primarily Excel.
* Knowledge of the stages of Software Development Lifecycle and applicable business systems.
Education:
* Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience.
This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.
What we’ll provide you:
* 27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays).
* A discretionary annual performance-related bonus.
* Private Medical Care & Life Insurance.
* Employee Assistance Program.
* Pension Plan.
* Paid Parental Leave.
* Special discounts for employees, family, and friends.
* Access to learning and development resources.
Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self, every day.
Job Family Group: Technology
Job Family: Applications Development
Time Type: Full time
Citi is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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