We are seeking a Business Analyst with Trade Operations experience to lead the implementation of our new Trade Finance System.
Key Responsibilities:
- Project Oversight:
- Lead the end-to-end delivery of the Trade Finance System project, including gathering and documenting business requirements, reviewing functional specifications, preparing and executing UAT test scripts, and supporting implementation and post-production activities.
- UAT Support:
- Drive UAT planning and execution, ensuring test cases reflect real-world trade operations scenarios and validating system functionality against business needs.
- Stakeholder Collaboration:
- Work closely with Trade Operations, Product, Technology, and Compliance teams to ensure system requirements align with operational workflows and regulatory standards.
- System Enhancements:
- Prioritize and manage system enhancements based on feedback from Trade Operations and other stakeholders, ensuring continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
- Documentation & Compliance:
- Review trade finance documentation and transactions for accuracy and compliance with international trade regulations and internal policies.
- Policy & Process Development:
- Contribute to the development and refinement of trade finance policies, SOPs, and best practices, incorporating system capabilities and operational insights.
- Issue Resolution:
- Investigate and resolve operational issues related to trade finance transactions, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
- Cross-Functional Coordination:
- Liaise with internal departments such as Risk, Compliance, and Operations to ensure seamless transaction processing and system integration.
- Training & Enablement:
- Conduct training sessions for internal teams and clients on system usage and trade finance processes, leveraging operational expertise.
- System Utilization:
- Use trade finance platforms to monitor, process, and report on transactions, ensuring alignment with operational procedures.
Requirements:
- Education:
- Degree in Information Technology, Business, Finance, or related disciplines.
- Experience:
- Minimum 36 years of experience, preferably in Trade Operations or Trade Finance, with exposure to system implementation or business analysis.
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience in project management or system implementation is an advantage.
- Deep understanding of Trade Finance products (e.g., Letters of Credit, Guarantees, Collections, Open Account, Financing).
- Familiarity with trade operations workflows and regulatory requirements.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver under tight deadlines.
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and results-driven.
- Strong team player with self-initiative and adaptability.
