Business Systems Analyst II

At CI, we see a great place to work as one that is a safe place for everyone to have a voice, where people are empowered to take ownership over meaningful work, where there is an opportunity to grow through stretching themselves, where they can work on innovative products and projects, and where employees are supported and engaged in doing so.

We are currently seeking a Business Systems Analyst II to join our Information Technology team. In this role, the successful candidate is expected to provide outstanding business systems analysis for a variety of in-house and vendor based solutions in our Investment Management Services department.

Typical projects focus on Charles River and interfaces with various data providers, custodians and counterparties, such as Bloomberg, FactSet, BNY Mellon.

Responsibilities :

Interface with Project Manager(s), other BSAs and developers, as well as with other technical teams, to identify, document and manage the business requirements / specifications for various projects, that could be cross functional and technically complex

Responsible and accountable for the business requirements / specifications to be complete, correct, consistent, concise, achievable and to obtain sign off from the business owners

Establish / maintain partnership with business users in order to determine optimal solutions and alternatives for various business and systems needs to ensure clients make informed decisions

Provide expert guidance with hands-on help where required to solve complex and challenging business problems to the satisfaction of key stakeholders.

Set stakeholder expectations appropriately. Share complex concepts with non- technical audiences.

Collaborate with project team on issue management and help coordinate resolution

Organize and participate in stakeholder meetings

Chair and facilitate meetings where appropriate and distribute minutes to project team members

Document and follow up on important actions and decisions from meetings

Help to ensure project deadlines are met

Undertake project tasks as required

Help ensure project adheres to JIRA framework and documentation is maintained appropriately

Gather stakeholder feedback and document new requirements as user stories in JIRA

Help to ensure stakeholder views / expectations are managed

Facilitate meetings with the project team to review / refine JIRA backlog

Help define the sprint schedule with project team

Report on weekly targets, anticipated and existing blockages, progress towards project milestones

Will function in an agile team environment and may be involved with planning and executing test cases

Requirements :

3 years’ experience as business / systems analyst within the Investment Management or Brokerage industry

College / University graduate in Business Administration, Computer Science or equivalent

Strong knowledge of investment management functions : portfolio management / administration, portfolio modeling, back and middle-office functions

Ability to co-ordinate assigned project activities, provide accurate estimates in order to consistently meet the project deadlines within the expected quality

Ability to handle multiple demands and competing priorities, adjust project deliverables as needed and timely communicate with project stakeholders

Excellent analytical ability, judgment and problem-solving skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

CI Financial is an independent company offering global wealth management and asset management advisory services through diverse financial services firms. Since 1965, we have consistently anticipated and responded to the changing needs of investors. We are driven by a commitment to provide individuals and institutions with the highest-quality investments and advice. Our commitment to the highest levels of performance means that whatever their position, CI employees must be comfortable in a fast-paced environment that will stretch them to tap into their highest potential. Employees with a healthy dose of ambition, a desire to commit to a curious mindset for continuous learning, and a willingness to go the extra mile thrive at CI.

WHAT WE OFFER

Modern HQ location within walking distance from Union Station

Flexible & Hybrid Work Program

Equipment Purchase Program

Training Reimbursement

Paid Professional Designations

Employee Share Purchase Program (ESPP)

Corporate Discount Program

Enhanced group benefits

Parental Leave Top–up program

Fitness membership discounts

Volunteer paid Days

Complimentary vending machines

We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role and are not confident you meet all the qualification requirements, we encourage you to apply to investigate the opportunity further.