[itroundtable] LEAD: Requirement for Business Analyst - Weehawken NJ (investment banking with wealth management)

Please contact Keyur directly [ Keyur.Patel@cyberThink.com ] and let him know that I sent you.   Ann Bergquist http://www.linkedin.com/in/annbergquist  Our Investment Banking client is looking for Business Analyst. They are currently looking for a Business Analyst to join their Weehawken NJ office.   Job Title – Business Analyst Location – Weehawken NJ Duration – 6+ months with high possibilities of extension Description Wealth Management is undergoing a strategic Data Transformation program to streamline its data operations and improve efficiencies. As part of this initiative, it will be implementing a sourcing and loading data both in real-time and batch modes and instantiating an Operational Data Store. It will also implement Data Services to access the data stored in the Operational Data Store. The program is seeking Business/Systems Analysts to assist with this effort. The responsibilities of this role include: •         Perform and lead business analysis for information technology projects that support key business initiatives, and provide upgrades and enhancements to existing strategic applications/systems. •         Act as liaison between business units, development teams and vendors, frequently serving a consultative role balancing the complexities of business requirements against implementation constraints. •         Translate business needs into technical requirements to ensure all systems support and conform to business needs and specifications. Drive solutions to business problems and requirements with a good understanding of technology and processes. •         Define the scope and impact of projects and effectively communicate the impact on the organization. Define and evaluate problems, and plan effective solutions. •         Collaborate with the Quality Assurance team to define Test plans, perform required testing to ensure adherence to Requirements, help with Defect-related clarifications, and communication between Dev and QA •         Set up and coordinate pre-Production and post-Production User Acceptance Testing with business users •         Develop and implement processes and standards (including best practices) to improve and maintain quality and effectiveness of business analysis function for the team •         Manage multiple projects or a single major project, with significant impact on a line of business or support function. •         Develop and maintain project materials/documentation – e.g., requirements documentation, functional/non-functional test plans, etc.   NOTE – Wealth Management experience is a must for this requirement.   Experience: •       8+ years of professional experience within the financial services industry. Requirements & Qualifications: •         Demonstrate exceptional analytical skills and problem solving skills; excellent organizational, communication and leadership skills are also essential. •         Have 7+ years of practical, hands-on experience as a business analyst and therefore have insight into how to improve processes around requirements scope, definition, requirements gathering and project management. •         Be able to interact comfortably with and gain the confidence of senior managers. Candidate must put people at ease when necessary and instill a high degree of trust quickly and genuinely. •         Function effectively in cross-functional teams to ensure that critical work is owned and completed in a timely manner. In general, candidate must aptly manage day-to-day interactions and relationships with a diverse group of colleagues, leveraging exceptional communication and organizational skills. •         Be very capable with financial analysis and use of productivity tools such as Excel. •         Demonstrate strong history of execution, including large and complex projects in a global environment.   Please provide the following details along with your updated resume in word format…. Availability for an interview: Availability for start: Contact number: Best time to call you: Current location: Currently on project: If NO, then when was your last assignment ended: Reason for ending last assignment / Reason for searching a new job: Expected hourly rate on W2 no benefits basis:: Work authorization status in USA: Is commute feasible for you on daily basis?         Keyur Patel cyberThink, Inc 1125 US Hwy 22, Suite 1 Bridgewater, NJ 08807 Phone: (908) 429-8008 ext. 354 Cell: 908-875-3692 Fax: (908) 429-8004 Email: keyur.patel@cyberthink.com Website: www.cyberThink.com   Gmail: keyur.p.patel@gmail.com Connect to me:   Click here to view current job openings.  ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ cyberThink, Inc. is a Certified Minority-Owned Business (MBE) and has been recognized as one of the fastest growing IT Services and Staffing companies in the U.S. by INC. magazine, Deloitte & Touche and Purple Squirrel. cyberThink, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). 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