Technology Business Analyst

ClearBridge Investments is a leading global equity manager with over $189 billion in assets under management.  The firm is committed to delivering long-term results through active management. We have followed this approach for more than 60 years and continue to offer investment solutions that emphasize differentiated stock selection to move our clients forward. Our investment decisions are supported by a robust research platform that conducts in-depth fundamental analysis of individual securities. We integrate environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations into our fundamental research process in all our investment strategies.
 

Owned by Franklin Templeton, ClearBridge operates with investment independence from headquarters in New York and offices in Baltimore, Calgary, Fort Lauderdale, London, San Mateo and Sydney.   ClearBridge Investments has been named by Pensions & Investments Magazine (P&I) as one of the Best Places to Work in Money Management for the thirteenth year in a row. These awards reflect the Firm's diverse and inclusive culture, spirit of collaboration, work/life balance and our ongoing investment in our employees.

At ClearBridge, we believe that diversity and inclusion is essential to our success as an organization.  We benefit from the sharing of different perspectives and our varied experiences. ClearBridge is proud to be a diverse company that promotes integrity, respect and teamwork and encourages new ideas and viewpoints. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is demonstrated through our various recruitment efforts, employee programs, charitable and volunteer efforts.

JOB SUMMARY  
ClearBridge Investments is seeking a Technology Business Analyst to join our New York City based Technology and Operations Team. You will be responsible for designing and delivering solutions to various departments throughout our firm utilizing technology, project management, problem solving and business analysis skills.  This is an ideal opportunity to craft innovative business solutions leveraging the latest tools including artificial intelligence. The candidate should excel in collaboration across various teams and demonstrate exemplary teamwork.  The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills, an understanding of system architecture, proven project management capabilities, excellent written/oral communication skills and the ability to handle the responsibilities outlined below: 

KEY TECHNOLOGY BUSINESS ANALYST RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Lead focus groups and research, propose, and manage scalable implementations to drive AI solutions
• Help develop program discipline and governance framework around the implementation and use of AI tools and solutions
• Manage multiple projects working with stakeholders and project team members
• Provide clear project updates to senior stakeholders
• Deliver measurable results through strong execution and accountability
• Design and develop high quality solutions to provide efficiency and process improvements using scalable and secure enterprise solutioning tools
• Assist various ClearBridge teams with implementation of standard AI solutions

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree
• 5-8 years related experience (preferably in asset management)
• Experience managing business process optimization initiatives
• Desire to be an integral team player across multiple teams
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to multi-task in a high-risk environment
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional ability to assess business needs and assess available internal and vendor technology solutions
• Balancing a quantitative mindset and the ability to implement holistic solutions
• Experience in delivering successful low-code/no-code solutions
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Power Platform, PowerApps, Agents, Canvas Apps, Model-Driven Apps, Dataverse and other third-party tools
• Experience in process mining and improvements in operational efficiency for automated processes
• Knowledge of data science and natural language processing
• Familiar with investment buy-side industry systems

TOTAL REWARDS

Our employees have access to a competitive and valuable set of Total Rewards.  Our Total Rewards include:

• Health, wellness and risk benefits to protect employees and their families
• Retirement savings, stock purchase and other incentive programs to help employees plan for the future
• Holiday, paid-time-off and other employee programs that support work-life balance
• Support for pursuing certifications, external education and de