Senior Business Data Analyst (Bank, SDLC)

Our Banking client is looking for a Senior Business Data Analyst (Bank, SDLC) Length : Approximately 7 months contract with the possibility of extension Location : Toronto, ON (Hybrid) - twice per week on Tuesdays and Thursdays Working Hours : 9 am to 5 pm Line of Business : Corporate Areas Business Enablement and Strategic Solutions  ROLE MANDATE : Liaises with stakeholders to understand problems and opportunities and recommends solutions to enable the achievement of organizational goals. Builds exceptional relationships with business partners and internal stakeholders. Analyzes data and creates documents and plans in service of informing, advising, or updating stakeholders. Ensures the requirements map to a real business need, are approved by all relevant stakeholders, and meet essential quality standards. Participates in reviews or inspections, in collaboration with the project team, to ensure the quality of work products. ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE (but are not limited to) : -Manages complexity across business value, technology, and interaction models-Possesses a deep understanding and problem-solving ability of various complexities-Develops innovative approaches to create solutions to resolve problems and significant issues-Recommends and implements solutions based on analysis of issues and implications for the business-Identifies emerging issues and trends to inform decision-making-Contributes to the development of the seed funding request by ensuring project scope and benefits are clearly articulated and risks are identified-Enables groups to successfully accept changes by informing stakeholders of their implications; recommends actions as appropriate-Prepares and delivers presentations for senior leaders-Acts in a larger project planning capacity-Audits the quality of reports submitted by analysts and provides related coaching and support-Supports the Request for Information (RFI) or Request for Proposal (RFP) with vendors if required-Leads the preparation of end user reference materials and prepares end-user training materials-Works with project stakeholders to validate their requirements and analysis models via techniques such as reviews and walkthroughs-Ensures system specifications meet expectations / requirements and negotiates solutions-Creates documentation to ensure the supportability of analyses-Maintains existing requirements to ensure that current-state needs are known-Develops and implements data collection systems and other strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and data quality-Identifies, analyzes, and interprets trends or patterns in complex data sets-Interprets large data sets that cover all lines of businesses at the Financial Group. Ability to filter and "clean" / normalize data-Remains alert to new techniques for insights, analytics, and data visualization, and devises new ways of applying them-Interprets data, analyzes results using statistical techniques and provide ongoing reports-Recommends approaches to streamline and integrate technological processes in the organization to improve overall efficiency-Facilitates discussions and follows a structured approach to plan, elicit, analyze, document, communicate and manage requirements with stakeholders-Provides analytical support and insights-Identifies opportunities to strengthen business analysis capability, such as : sharing expertise to promote technical development, mentoring employees, building communities of practice and networks across the bank-Stays abreast of industry technical and business trends through participation in professional associations, practice communities and individual learning-Focus is primarily on business / group within the bank; may have broader, enterprise-wide focus-Provides specialized consulting, analytical and technical support-Exercises judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules-Works independently and regularly handles non-routine situations-Acts as the key technology contact in day-to-day interactions with business and other stakeholders-Provides leadership / guidance to other technology teams to deliver solution-Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed MUST HAVE SKILLS : -Typically between 10 to 15 years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience-Possesses analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy-Extensive experience working with large data sets-Demonstrates applied knowledge of one or more analysis and problem decomposition technique-Understands complete Software Development Life Cycle and can apply the applicable portions of the 'Feasibility,' 'Requirements," and 'Analysis' phases.-Demonstrates writing and documentation skills-Understands and can explain to others the core processes involved in their area of support-Deep knowledge and technical proficiency gained through extensive education and business experience-Verbal and written communication skills - In-depth-Collaboration and team skills - In-depth-Analytical and problem-solving skills - In-depth-Influence skills - In-depth-Data driven decision making - In-depth NICE TO HAVE SKILLS : -Any / all financial sector experience is an asset INTERVIEW PROCESS : -1st round - Reporting Manager-2nd round - Hiring Manager  URGENT : Please read the job description above. If this interests you, apply to the job with your most updated resume, including your contact number and email address. The recruiter in charge of this role is San Thangarajah. If you do not think you are a match for this opportunity, but know someone who is, feel free to forward this job description to them and you will be eligible for a referral bonus upon a successful hire. Please note that this is the most up to date version of job description available at this time - During Client Interview you will receive additional information - variance may apply! Please note : Adherence to our end client's vaccination policy is a requirement. Please visit the TEAMRECRUITER website to review other CAREER OPPORTUNITIES!