Business Analyst

We are

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+, and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.

Our challenge

We are seeking an experienced and strategically minded Senior Business Analyst for a large corporate environment. This leadership role requires a seasoned professional with a strong background in business analysis, data management, technology delivery, and regulatory compliance, particularly within the Capital Markets sector. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Agile methodologies, data modeling, BI solutions, and cross-functional stakeholder collaboration to ensure the integrity, quality, and security of organizational data and systems.

Additional Information*

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Charlotte, NC is $100k - $110k/year & benefits (see below).

The Role

Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a team of Business Analysts to meet compliance and risk management objectives across supported areas.
• Collaborate with stakeholders from small to large business units to implement key risk initiatives and technology solutions.
• Manage end-to-end technology delivery projects, ensuring they align with organizational standards, timelines, and quality benchmarks.
• Oversee data management activities, including data modeling, ensuring data integrity, and improving data quality standards.
• Translate complex business requirements into detailed data models (conceptual, logical, and physical) and functional specifications.
• Facilitate Agile practices such as Scrum, Product Ownership, User Story creation, and Sprint planning using tools like Jira.
• Drive all phases of the SDLC, including design, development, testing, and deployment of systems and tools.
• Partner with developers to implement new data pipelines and enhance existing data infrastructure.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation including Functional Specifications Documents (FSDs), user stories, test cases, and technical specifications.
• Apply Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) principles to ensure adherence to industry and regulatory standards.
• Utilize data analytics tools and languages such as Python, Dataframes, Excel/VBA, and SQL for analysis and reporting.
• Support Business Intelligence initiatives by leveraging platforms like Tableau and Dremio to deliver actionable insights.
• Engage in complex regulatory technology programs to ensure compliance with industry mandates.

Requirements:

• 5+ years experience leading Business Analyst team to ensure compliance and risk management requirements for supported area are met and work with other stakeholders to implement key risk initiatives.
• Technology delivery and relationship management experience with small and large business units in a large corporate environment.
• 3+ years experience in Data Management including data modeling, data integrity and data quality.
• BS/BA degree or higher in Information Technology 5+ years experience in Capital Markets.
• Agile Methodology including exposure to full-spectrum concepts. E.g. Scrum Master, Product Owner, User Story creation/composition, Jira.
• Deep understanding of SDLC processes and best practices.
• Strong proficiency in MS Office Suite and SQL.
• Business and functional requirements into conceptual, logical and physical data models.
• 3+ years experience prototyping/analysis experience using Python/Dataframe, Excel/VBA or other analytics functional language.
• 3+ years experience with Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) concepts.
• 5+ years experience writing Functional Specifications Documents (FSD's).
• 5+ years experience with technical requirements, design, testing, and implementation of tools and technologies.
• 5+ years experience writing User Stories, test cases using BDD (Gherkin language).

Preferred, but not required:

• 5+ years experience working with developers to implement new data paths.
• 3+ years of participation in complex technology programs required for regulatory business requirements.
• Knowledge and understanding of data modeling tools, such as Power Designer 3+ years’ experience in BI solutions e.g. Dremio/Tableau.

We offer:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A multinational organization with 58 offices in 21 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
• Maternity & paternity leave plans.
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
• Retirement savings plans.
• A higher education certification policy.
• Commuter benefits (varies by region).
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization.
• A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.

S​YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT
 

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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