Job Title: Business Analyst – Foreign Exchange Work location: Hybrid Onsite 3 days per week, Chicago, IL Duration: 3months Contract to Hire - based on work performance, need and budget availability
Project Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Business Analyst to join our Product Development group for foreign exchange (FX) trading. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in building out a target operating model for our front office trading platforms, including Execution Management Systems (EMS), Order Management Systems (OMN) and Portfolio Management Systems (PMS). This role requires a deep understanding of front office trading systems, FX markets and technical acumen to effectively bridge the gap between business needs and technology solutions.
Experience Level: 3
Work hours: 7:00am - 4:30pm OR 8:00am - 5:00pm CST
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Admin, IT or a related fields
Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Business Analyst in the capital markets sector, with a focus on front office trading systems and FX trading.
Strong knowledge of EMS, OMS and PMS platforms and their role in trading operations
Demonstrated experience in developing target operating models and implementing process improvements
Proficiency in business analysis techniques, including requirements gathering, process mapping and documentation
Technically savvy with the ability to understand system architectures, data flows and integration points
Excellent communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Key Responsibilities:
Target Operating Model Development
Collaborate with stakeholders to define and document the target operating model for front office trading
Analyze current state processes, systems, and workflows to identify gaps and improvement opportunities
Develop and implement best practices for EMS, OMS and PMS integration & usage
Business Analysis
Gather and document detailed business requirements from front office trading teams and other relevant stakeholders.
Translate business requirements into functional specifications for technology teams
Conduct impact analysis and feasibility studies for proposed changes and enhancements
System Implementation & Support
Support the implementation of new trading platforms and system upgrades
Participate in system testing, including developing test cases, performing user acceptance testing and coordinating with users for feedback
Provide ongoing support and troubleshooting for front office trading systems
Stakeholder Management
Serve as a liaison between front office trading teams, IT, vendors and other stakeholders to ensure effective communication & collaboration
Conduct regular meetings with stakeholders to review project progress, address issues and gather feedback
Technical Expertise
Leverage technical knowledge to understand system architectures, data flows and integration points
Work closely with developers to ensure technical solutions align with business requirements and industry standards
Stay up to date with industry trends, regulatory changes and emerging technologies in FX trading
About Us: Established in 2004, SPECTRAFORCE® is one of the largest and fastest-growing diversity-owned staffing firms in the US. The growth of our company is a direct result of our global client service delivery model that is powered by our state-of-the-art A.I. proprietary talent acquisition platform, robust ISO 9001:2015/ISO 27001 certified processes, and strong and passionate client engaged teams. We have built our business by providing talent and project-based solutions, including Contingent, Permanent, and Statement of Work (SOW) services to over 140 clients in the US, Canada, Puerto Rico, Costa Rica, and India. Key industries that we service include Technology, Financial Services, Life Sciences, Healthcare, Telecom, Retail, Utilities and Transportation. SPECTRAFORCE is built on a concept of “human connection,” defined by our branding attitude of NEWJOBPHORIA®, which is the excitement of bringing joy and freedom to the work lifestyle so our people and clients can reach their highest potential. Learn more at: http://www.spectraforce.com
Benefits: SPECTRAFORCE offers ACA compliant health benefits as well as dental, vision, accident, critical illness, voluntary life, and hospital indemnity insurances to eligible employees. Additional benefits offered to eligible employees include commuter benefits, 401K plan with matching, and a referral bonus program. SPECTRAFORCE provides unpaid leave as well as paid sick leave when required by law.
Equal Opportunity Employer: SPECTRAFORCE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Please contact Human Resources at LOA@spectraforce.com if you require reasonable accommodation.
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LA County, CA Applicant Notice: If you are selected for this position with SPECTRAFORCE, your offer is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of several requirements, including but not limited to, a criminal background check. We consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with all local ordinances and state laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (FCO) and the California Fair Chance Act (FCA). The background check assessment will consider whether a criminal history could reasonably have a direct, adverse impact on the job-related safety, security, trust, regulatory compliance, or suitability for this role. Such findings may result in withdrawal of a conditional job offer.
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $58.00/hr.
