Lead Business Analyst (12 months extendable)<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Company </span></strong></p><p>Our client is a global consulting firm working with a global Investment Management Group. We are seeking a Lead Business Analyst to join our client on a large-scale project. This is a 12 months contract with possibility of extension. The Lead Business Analyst will be responsible for managing and ensuring the delivery of the business analyst team as well as take on a BA role for certain areas.<br /><br />This includes analyzing the current state and documenting operational processes for various functional areas within the middle & back office, covering Trade Management, Cash Operations, Fund Operations, Corporate actions, Reconciliations, Derivative & Collateral and Private Assets Operations.<br /><br />The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to gather data, document business processes, develop functional specifications and participate actively in target-state solution exercises.<br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Role</span></strong></p><ul><li>Manage team of business analysts to ensure delivery across the team.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to gather data and analyze current state workflows related to Trade Management, Cash Operations, Fund Operations, Corporate actions, Reconciliations, Derivative & Collateral and Private Assets Operations.</li><li>Work with third-party vendors to coordinate due diligence on middle-office operational processes.</li><li>Identify, document, and manage project risks and issues related to due diligence process.</li><li>Develop functional specifications and document business processes for various functional areas.</li><li>Prepare materials for requirements definition documents, including process flows, use cases, and user stories.</li><li>Participate actively in workshops including leading discussions for areas where BA has been involved in documentation.</li><li>Maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and communicate project status, risks, and issues effectively.</li><li>Continuously improve processes and methodologies for documenting current state operational workflows.</li><li>Participate actively in development of test scenarios & validating test results.</li></ul><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Your Profile</span></strong></p><ul><li>Professional qualification in technology and project management are preferred.</li><li>Minimum 15 years of experience working as lead and/or supporting business analysts.</li><li>Experience & familiarity with all the functional aspects of the investments operations of a large asset management company e.g. trade management, corporate actions, derivative life cycle & collateral management, fund order processing, cash processing, reconciliations, portfolio accounting & reporting</li><li>Experience & familiarity with operational aspects of different asset classes e.g., equities, fixed income, time deposits, FX, OTC & ETD, funds, private assets</li><li>Prior experience in implementation of operational areas using Aladdin and/or implementation of outsourcing of asset management processing projects</li><li>Experience in working with test managers on developing operational test scenarios, validation of test results on behalf of operation users</li><li>Experience working with variety of stakeholders to manage documentation of business process / workflows / business requirements.</li><li>Strong delivery drive & self-starter</li><li>Pragmatism and ability to operate in an ambiguous or complex environment.</li><li>Time management and prioritization</li><li>Strong ability to elicit information, documentation & presentation skillset.</li></ul><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Apply Today</span></strong></p><p>Please send your resume, in WORD format only and quote reference number <strong>GO12953951</strong>, by clicking the apply button. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.</p><p><strong>Robert Half International Pte Ltd. Co. Registration no.: 200612189E | EA Licence No.: 07C5595 | Gabriela De Brito Lopes Prestes Oxby EA Registration no.: 1989404</strong></p><p style="font-weight: 400;"><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. 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Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Z2FicmllbGEub3hieS4wNDc1NS4xMDkxOUByaGlzZy5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">Functional Business Analyst - 12 Months<div style="text-align: justify;"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Company<br /><br /> </span></strong></div><div style="text-align: justify;">We are seeking a Functional Business Analyst to support our client, a well-established leading provider of business services. This is a 12 months contract with possibility of extension.<br /><br />As a Business Analyst, you will be supporting the migration of Payroll and Accounting processes into our client's Shared Services.<br /><br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Role</span></strong></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><ul><li>Collaborate with operations to inventory current and target processes.</li><li>Identify opportunities to migrate processes to Shared Services.</li><li>Lead process mapping workshops to capture current processes.</li><li>Design new processes and document them according to quality standards.</li><li>Update documentation and training materials.</li><li>Identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement.</li><li>Plan and implement process improvement projects.</li><li>Work with operational owners to implement new processes.</li><li>Support change management activities.</li><li>Coordinate training and track completion.</li><li>Monitor migration progress and benefits realization.</li><li>Identify and mitigate risks.</li><li>Identify issues and participate in problem resolution.</li><li>Maintain project plans and schedules.</li><li>Support project meetings and document outputs.</li><li>Proactively manage project execution.</li><li>Ensure adherence to project management standards.</li><li>Contribute to continuous improvement culture.</li></ul></div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Your Requirement</span></strong></div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><ul><li>Over 5 years of experience in managing projects and analyzing business needs, including work in finance and accounting.</li><li>Proficient in process improvement methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma with a focus on continuous enhancement and business process reengineering.</li><li>Ability to overcome adversity/resistance to change and influence others to drive the highest results.</li><li>Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to collaborate and communicate effectively across various functions in the organization.</li><li>Highly organized, attention to detail, excellent follow through skills and ability to work independently and motivate a team</li></ul></div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Apply Today<br /><br /></span></strong></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Please send your resume, in WORD format only and quote reference number <strong>GO</strong><strong>12966996</strong>, by clicking the apply button. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.<br /><br /><br /></div><p><strong>Robert Half International Pte Ltd. Co. Registration no.: 200612189E | EA Licence No.: 07C5595 | Gabriela De Brito Lopes Prestes Oxby EA Registration no.: 1989404</strong></p><p style="font-weight: 400;"><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. 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Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Z2FicmllbGEub3hieS4zNjE0NC4xMDkxOUByaGlzZy5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">Business Analyst - Investment Management - 12 Month Extendable<div style="text-align: justify;"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Company<br /> </span></strong></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Our client is a global consulting firm working with a global Investment Management Group. We are seeking a Business Analyst to join our client on a large-scale project. This is a 12 months contract with possibility of extension.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />The Business Analyst will primarily analyse the current state and document operational processes for various functional areas within the middle & back office, covering Trade Management, Cash Operations, Fund Operations, Corporate actions, Reconciliations, Derivative & Collateral and Private Assets Operations.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to gather data, document business processes, develop functional specifications and participate actively in target-state solution exercises. Additionally, you will deal with clients independently and have enough expertise to solve complex issues.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><br /><br />The Role</span></strong></div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><ul><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to gather data and analyze current state workflows related to Trade Management, Cash Operations, Fund Operations, Corporate actions, Reconciliations, Derivative & Collateral and Private Assets Operations.</li><li>Work with third-party vendors to coordinate due diligence on middle-office operational processes.</li><li>Identify, document, and manage project risks and issues related to the due diligence process.</li><li>Develop functional specifications and document business processes for various functional areas.</li><li>Prepare materials for requirements definition documents, including process flows, use cases, and user stories.</li><li>Participate actively in workshops, including leading discussions for areas where BA has been involved in documentation.</li><li>Maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and effectively communicate project status, risks, and issues.</li><li>Continuously improve processes and methodologies for documenting current state operational workflows.</li><li>Participate actively in the development of test scenarios & validating test results.</li><li>Extract and document data for all portfolios, custodian accounts, and counterparty accounts.</li><li>Conduct research to identify and verify account information, ensuring accuracy and completeness.</li><li>Work with custodians and counterparties to obtain the necessary information promptly and resolve discrepancies as needed.</li><li>Liaise with internal stakeholders to ensure the quality and relevance of data being received and shared third-party is accurate and current.</li><li>Organize and maintain documentation, ensuring all relevant data is appropriately recorded and accessible.</li><li>Identify areas for process improvement and recommend solutions to enhance efficiency and accuracy.</li><li>Provide regular updates and reports on the status of all activities to management and other stakeholders.</li></ul></div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Your Requirement</span></strong></div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><ul><li>Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy, Business Administration, Business Management, Banking and Finance or related</li><li>Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role.</li><li>Experience & familiarity with all the operational aspects of the middle/back-office operations.</li><li>Prior experience in implementation of operational areas using Aladdin and/or implementation of outsourcing of asset management processing projects.</li><li>Experience in working with test managers on developing operational test scenarios, validation of test results on behalf of operation users.</li><li>Experience in working and liaising with third-parties e.g custodians, transfer agents, fund accountants, counterparties etc.</li><li>Strong analytical skills, with the ability to identify and resolve issues quickly and effectively.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to maintain accurate and organized records.</li><li>Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a focus on collaboration and problem-solving.</li></ul></div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Apply Today<br /><br /></span></strong></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Please send your resume, in WORD format only and quote reference number <strong>GO</strong><strong>12953965</strong>, by clicking the apply button. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.<br /><br /><br /></div><p><strong>Robert Half International Pte Ltd. Co. Registration no.: 200612189E | EA Licence No.: 07C5595 | Gabriela De Brito Lopes Prestes Oxby EA Registration no.: 1989404</strong></p><p style="font-weight: 400;"><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. 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Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Z2FicmllbGEub3hieS4yMjQyMC4xMDkxOUByaGlzZy5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">Performance Business Analyst, Inv Mngmt - 12 mths, extendable<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Company </span></strong></p><p>Our client is a global consulting firm working with a global Investment Management Group. We are seeking a Business Analyst to join our client on a large-scale project. This is a 12 months contract with possibility of extension.</p><p>The Business Analyst will be primarily responsible for analysing the current state and documenting performance calculation methods and processes for the Group Investment Middle Office, mainly focusing on Fixed Income Attribution during the project</p><p>You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to gather data, document business processes, develop functional specifications and participate actively in target-state solution exercises.</p><p>You will work with internal and external stakeholders independently and have adequate middle-office performance expertise to solve complex issues. You will be responsible for gathering requirements, identifying the data sources, analysing and articulating the methods, and outlying test strategy and test cases systematically and communicably.</p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Role</span></strong></p><ul><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to gather data and analyze current state workflows related to Trade Management, Cash Operations, Fund Operations, Corporate actions, Reconciliations, Derivative & Collateral and Private Assets Operations.</li><li>Work with third-party vendors to coordinate due diligence on middle-office operational processes.</li><li>Identify, document, and manage project risks and issues related to the due diligence process.</li><li>Develop functional specifications and document business processes for various functional areas.</li><li>Prepare materials for requirements definition documents, including process flows, use cases, and user stories.</li><li>Participate actively in DD workshops, including leading discussions for areas where BA has been involved in documentation.</li><li>Maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and effectively communicate project status, risks, and issues.</li><li>Continuously improve processes and methodologies for documenting current state operational workflows.</li><li>Participate actively in the development of test scenarios & validating test results.</li></ul><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Your Profile<br /></span></strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy, Business Administration, Business Management, Banking and Finance or related.</li><li>Minimum 15 years of experience in a similar role.</li><li>Experience & familiarity with all related aspects of the investments performance calculation of a large asset management company in particular the knowledge of strategic asset allocation and attribution calculation.</li><li>Experience & familiarity different asset classes e.g., equities, fixed income, time deposits, FX, OTC & ETD, funds, private assets.</li><li>Prior experience in using Aladdin and/or Eagle of asset management processing projects.</li><li>Experience in working with test managers on developing operational test scenarios, validation of test results on behalf of operation users.</li><li>Experience with working with variety of stakeholders to manage documentation of business process / workflows / business requirements.</li><li>Strong delivery drive & self-starter.</li><li>Pragmatism and ability to operate in an ambiguous or complex environment.</li><li>Time management and prioritization.</li><li>Strong ability to elicit information, documentation & presentation skillset.</li></ul><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Apply Today</span></strong></p><p>Please send your resume, in WORD format only and quote reference number <strong>GO</strong><strong>12953968</strong>, by clicking the apply button. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.</p><br /><p><strong>Robert Half International Pte Ltd. Co. Registration no.: 200612189E | EA Licence No.: 07C5595 | Gabriela De Brito Lopes Prestes Oxby EA Registration no.: 1989404</strong></p><p style="font-weight: 400;"><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. 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Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Z2FicmllbGEub3hieS4wNTUwMS4xMDkxOUByaGlzZy5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">Functional Investment Operations Business Analyst (12 mths)<div style="text-align: justify;"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Company<br /><br /> </span></strong></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Our client is a global consulting firm working with a global Investment Management Group. We are seeking a Functional Operations Business Analyst to join our client on a large-scale project. This is a 12 months contract with possibility of extension.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;">The Functional Ops Business Analyst will report to the section head of the Operations team and will be responsible for managing the day to day activities of the trade & processing teams. You will also work with the Section Head on various operational responsibilities that may arise from time to time including ensuring the risk and controls assessment are carried out and updated for the Trade Processing-Cash Ops team.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Role</span></strong></div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><ul><li>Supervising and directing the team to ensure timely execution of essential daily tasks in accordance with established procedures and guidelines</li><li>Verifying and approving instructions processed by staff, including custodian instructions and Bloomberg AIM transactions</li><li>Monitoring and evaluating broker performance concerning back-office functions</li><li>Addressing escalated issues from various stakeholders, such as Banks, Finance, and Brokers</li><li>Reviewing security holdings reconciliation between Bloomberg AIM, Custodians, and IBOR</li><li>Providing guidance and support to staff in optimizing new workflows and processes</li><li>Facilitating asset transfer requests from Portfolio Managers/Clients</li><li>Representing the Settlement Team in BU migrations and new account onboarding projects, ensuring readiness for transitions</li><li>Reviewing current processes and controls, ensuring team members adhere to internal protocols</li><li>Supervising and directing the team to ensure timely execution of critical daily functions in compliance with procedures and guidelines</li><li>Reviewing and authorizing tasks performed by Cash Ops staff, including payment and remittance instructions, Spot FX, and FD instructions in custodian platforms.</li><li>Verifying instructions processed by staff in Bloomberg AIM for interface to downstream and service provider systems, if applicable</li><li>Reviewing cash reconciliation between Bloomberg AIM and custodian performed by Cash Ops staff, escalating issues as needed</li><li>Participating in group initiatives projects affecting cash operations, such as front office system changes and fund restructuring exercises</li><li>Addressing escalated issues from various stakeholders, including DMO/IBOR team, Custodians, Service Providers, Finance, and Brokers</li><li>Reviewing existing workflows and processes, collaborating with the IT team on streamlining and automation</li></ul></div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Your Requirement</span></strong></div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><ul><li>Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy, Business Administration, Business Management, Banking and Finance or related</li><li>At least 10 years of experience in a similar role working in investment operations support of a fund management company or investment department of an insurance company.</li><li>Settlement knowledge of various investment instruments</li><li>Good communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint</li><li>Strong initiative, able to multi-task and work under pressure</li></ul></div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Apply Today<br /><br /></span></strong></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Please send your resume, in WORD format only and quote reference number <strong>GO</strong><strong>12953959</strong>, by clicking the apply button. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.<br /><br /><br /></div><p><strong>Robert Half International Pte Ltd. Co. Registration no.: 200612189E | EA Licence No.: 07C5595 | Gabriela De Brito Lopes Prestes Oxby EA Registration no.: 1989404</strong></p><p style="font-weight: 400;"><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. 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