Position Description
We are seeking an experienced Business Analyst based in Hong Kong to manage system deliveries for Equity Derivatives business (Projects include: OTC Options project and Prime projects). The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordinating end-to-end activities, from requirement gathering to translating those requirements into effective system solutions, and overseeing implementation and deployment. The successful candidate will have a strong ability to collaborate with multiple teams to drive success and manage various projects simultaneously.
Key Areas of Responsibilities
- Gather and analyze requirements from stakeholders to ensure a comprehensive understanding of their needs and propose suitable solutions.
- Translate gathered requirements into detailed specifications and collaborate effectively with developers to deliver appropriate solutions.
- Document and maintain functional requirements and design specifications throughout the project lifecycle.
- Define testing strategies and conduct thorough SIT for new features and enhancements, as well as co-ordinate UAT.
- Communicate changes to impacted business users across various departments, including planning and managing changes in processes, operations, and systems.
- Identify and escalate risks while proposing both tactical and strategic solutions to mitigate these risks and provide business support.
- Assist in project coordination and perform administrative tasks as needed to support project progress.
Requirements
- Bachelor degree or above in IT/Computing or related studies
- 8 - 10 years of experience in business analysis within the banking/finance sector
- Proven experience in delivering system projects successfully
- Good understanding of derivative products
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to assess complex situations
- Excellent communication and writing skills in English and Chinese (Mandarin is advantage)
- Good project management skills
- Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to work independently
- Knowledge of Prime brokerage or OTC Options is beneficial but not essential.
- Past experience with Calypso system is an advantage
- Familiarity with SQL and other scripting languages is an added advantage