Business Analysis, Officer

Why this role is important to us

The team you will be joining is a part of State Street Global Services (SSGS). SSGS gives asset owners and managers access to the essential financial tools they need to deliver effective investment solutions. From core custody, accounting, fund administration and shareholder recordkeeping, to complete operations solutions and servicing for alternative assets like OTC derivatives, private equity and real estate, SSGS' tools help our clients make better investment choices and act on growth opportunities.
Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for

As Middle Office Business Analyst you will

• Proactively communicating and collaborating with business representatives to understand requirements, scope and acceptance criteria
• Obtaining appropriate internal and client sign-off
• Documenting and releasing internal impact assessment of the change request to the client
• Escalating risks and issues to Change Management manager
• Ensuring change requests are monitored and tracked through to implementation : follow up on solution including technical deployment and testing phases and status
• Taking ownership and initiative, ensuring accuracy and quality in all deliverables
• Requested to perform project management of small initiatives from time to time
• Proactively identifying and acting on opportunities to improve current processes

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role

• Ability to work with high attention to detail, proactively in a team and within a dynamic environment
• Knowledge and understanding of financial instruments/products and various markets requirements.
• Ability to work, contribute, and communicate effectively and timely within immediate team, business personnel and remote teams
• Requirement Gathering: ability to produce structured functional specification, including experience of User Story; proven ability to run effective workshops for client business users
• Change Management Implementation: Being involved in projects from Business Case creation through to User Acceptance Testing co-ordination, test planning and execution
• Flexible attitude and capability to work with deadlines
• Excellent organization and time management

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• Project management education or experience would be desirable
• Previous experience (3-5 years) in Business Analyst in a Middle Office department
• Previous experience if possible with SimCorp Dimension software
• Diverse previous experience in an active business environment is beneficial
• Relevant experience of business operating models
• Strong knowledge of middle office processes.
• Advanced PC skills including MS Office: (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook, Access)
• French native language and Fluent English, any other additional language will be an advantage.

About State Street
What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we're making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we've been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.
Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You'll have access to flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.
Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees' diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.
State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Discover more at StateStreet.com/careers