Our client is seeking an experienced Financial Services Business Analyst (2+ years of experience) to support a strategic migration program across multiple settlement locations. The ideal candidate will possess deep knowledge of settlement and custody operations, particularly within Central Securities Depositories (CSDs), and have a proven track record in function/process analysis and transition management.
This is a 100% remote role but candidates have to be based in and have the right to work in the Republic of Ireland. This is also an LTD/Daily rate contract position offering a daily rate of €275/day.
Responsibilities:
- Analyze and document current settlement and custody processes across various locations.
- Develop and implement migration strategies for transitioning operations between settlement locations.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to identify process improvements and ensure seamless transitions.
- Coordinate with IT and operations teams to align system functionalities with business requirements.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies during migration activities.
- Provide training and support to teams affected by migration changes.
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Business Analyst in financial services, focusing on settlement and custody operations.
- In-depth knowledge of CSDs and their role in securities settlement.
- Strong understanding of function and process analysis methodologies.
- Experience with migration projects, including planning, execution, and post-migration support.
- Familiarity with SWIFT messaging standards and settlement systems.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, or a related field.
- Professional certifications such as CBAP or PMI-PBA.
- Experience with international settlement systems and cross-border transactions.
