Title:  Technical Business Analyst Capital Markets Technology

Requisition ID: 205393

Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

The Team 

Global Banking and Markets Engineering (GBME) is the fast-moving, award-winning technology engine that powers Scotiabank’s Corporate, Investment Banking, and Capital Markets businesses. 

The Role 

GBME is searching for Technical Business Analyst Advisory to liaison between business stakeholders and internal engineering and architect teams, ensuring solutions are developed and delivered on time, efficiently and with high quality for various projects within GBME. The Analyst would be responsible for servicing Global Capital Markets and delivering system solutions for Global Wholesale Operations – Confirmations & Settlements.

The successful candidate will have a results-oriented and curious mindset with strong technical skills.  You will work closely with cross functional teams, including engineers, solutions architects, and business teams to develop and implement market leading solutions that are scalable and deliver excellence, and value to our business partners and customers.

As part of the role, you’ll  

• Demonstrate an informed knowledge of business functions to resolve problems and capitalize on improvement opportunities.
• Ensure business specifications/requirements documentation is accurately prepared and comprehensive to support sizing/development efforts and as input to various project documentation.
• Develop and deliver User Stories, Business Requirements Documents, Design Documents, Use Cases, and Process Models as required.
• Participate in the development of detailed project plans, the monitoring of progress against planned objectives, the financial review, and securing consensus and co-operation from users and senior management.
• Adhere to agile mindset and scrum framework with a strong team mentality.
• Work closely across GBME technology teams during all stages of the system development life cycle and bridge the gap between business and technology sides of the solution.
• Support production issues and handle escalations during Release cycles as needed.
• Perform ad hoc work as needed

Minimum Qualifications 

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability and confidence to interpret and explain complex technology concepts in simple terms to any level business user, director, or VP.
• 5+ years practical experience in capital markets.
• Must have 5+ years experience with Microsoft SQL Server. Expert knowledge of SQL server design, admin, tuning and troubleshooting.
• Experience working with all phases of SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle).
• Proficient with Unix Tools, shell scripting (Bash, Perl, Python, etc.), SQL queries, PL/SQL, and SQL Loader - or equivalent
• Strong knowledge of building web-based applications in both the front and back end: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Angular, TypeScript.
• Strong knowledge of commonly used data schemas in XML, JSON, AVRO, CSV, etc.
• Ability to adapt quickly to new processes and standards, with a strong commitment to providing exceptional customer service. 
• Proven ability to translate business requirements into technical specifications and deliver working results.
• A recognized undergraduate degree or diploma in business administration, computer science or related field required. 
• Excellent working experience of Microsoft suite of products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
• Experience using collaboration tools such as JIRA, Confluence, or similar Azure DevOps tools.

Preferred Qualifications 

• Communicator/Negotiator. You are great at making sure everyone's speaking the same language and are on the same page, and sometimes that involves some give and take.
• Self-Motivated. You do good work, and lots of it; the drive to deliver quality work is just a part of you. You are also able to simplify complex situations and navigate ambiguity.
• Fast learner. Accustomed to working in a start-up style, fast-paced, highly collaborative work environment. Will be tested.
• Detail Oriented. You notice all the little details for every document / requirement / conversation that comes across you, and it drives you crazy that others cannot keep everything consistent.
• Learning is breathing. You stay current on the tools and approaches that work best. And you are excited about working on new projects because every project is a new learning opportunity!
• Team Player. You enjoy collaborating with, learning from, and teaching others so we all become better.
   

What's in it for you?

• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship - We strive to create an inclusive culture where every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential, respected for who they are, and are embraced through bias-free practices and inclusive values across Scotiabank. We embrace diversity and provide opportunities for all employee to learn, grow & participate through our various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that span across diverse gender identities, ethnicity, race, age, ability & veterans. 
• Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations - We value the unique skills and experiences everyone brings to the Bank and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Scotiabank continues to locate, remove, and prevent barriers so that we can build a diverse and inclusive environment while meeting accessibility requirements. 
• Remote-friendly work environment will provide you with the flexibility to perform at your best. 
• Upskilling through online courses, cross-functional development opportunities, and tuition assistance.   
• Competitive Rewards program including bonus, flexible vacation, personal, sick days and benefits will start on day one.
• Community Engagement - no matter where you choose to work from; we offer opportunities for community engagement & belonging with our various programs such as hackathons, contests, cooking with friends, Humans of Digital and much more!

Location(s):  Canada : Ontario : Toronto 

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.  

At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. If you require technical assistance, please click here. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.