Analityk Biznesowy / Business Analyst

Lead Middle Office Business Analyst

 

Location: Katowice / Wrocław - 2 days office / 3 days remote

 

Let us introduce you the job offer by EY GDS Poland – a member of the global integrated service delivery center network by EY.

 

We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Middle Office Analyst with German to join our dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for bridging the gap between business needs and technology solutions within our asset management, risk management, and performance measurement operations. You will leverage your extensive knowledge of middle-office processes to analyse, design and implement enhancements that drive operational efficiency and accuracy.

 

The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of asset management businesses, ensuring that our processes remain compliant with industry standards. You will work closely with various stakeholders, including operations, compliance, and IT teams, to gather requirements, develop functional specifications, and facilitate the successful implementation and/or transfer of system enhancements. Your expertise in middle-office platforms such as BlackRock Aladdin, Charles River, SS&C Advent Geneva, Bloomberg PORT or SimCorp Dimension will be crucial in optimizing our workflows and ensuring seamless integration across systems.

 

The opportunity

 

The role offers a unique opportunity to move between the worlds of asset management and business consulting, joining the two and combining them in one take. It provides an ideal chance to showcase both your analytical abilities and your knowledge of the asset management world, at the same time contributing to our organization’s purpose of building a better working world.

 

Your key responsibilities

 

We are looking for a candidate who is not only technically proficient but also possesses strong interpersonal skills, allowing you to build effective relationships across departments. The role will cover business analysis of client requirements, engaging with stakeholders, working with data transfer and building your actions on their input. Your fluency in German will be an asset in collaborating with our international teams and clients, enhancing our ability to deliver exceptional service in a global context.

 

Skills and attributes for success

 

• Expertise in Middle Office Platforms: Extensive experience with middle office systems such as BlackRock Aladdin, Charles River, SS&C Advent Geneva, or Bloomberg PORT, including configuration, reporting, and optimization, to ensure efficient risk management and performance measurement processes.

• Asset Management Knowledge: Strong understanding of the asset management landscape and compliance standards in the industry, enabling the identification of risks and implementation of best practices, effective solutions, and proactive responses to stakeholder requirements.

• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Proven ability to analyse complex data sets, identify trends, and develop actionable insights, along with a proactive approach to troubleshooting and resolving operational issues to enhance overall efficiency and effectiveness in middle office operations.

 

To qualify for the role, you must have

 

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in middle office operations within the asset management industry or within asset management audit, or related branches.
• Proficiency in German and English (both written and spoken) is essential.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to work with stakeholders and extract requirements as per specifications.

 

Ideally, you’ll also have

 

• Experience with regulatory compliance and reporting requirements in the asset management sector.
• A willingness to embrace change and adapt to evolving industry trends and technologies, along with a commitment to continuous professional development.
• Previous experience as a business analyst will be a major asset.

 

What we look for

 

An ideal candidate for this role would possess extensive expertise in asset management audit or middle office platforms such as BlackRock Aladdin, Charles River, SS&C Advent Geneva, and/or Bloomberg PORT, coupled with a strong understanding of